Sweden is currently battling ongoing forest fires. The Moderate Party’s proposed solution involves utilizing helicopters for firefighting efforts. This response has drawn criticism, with many arguing it addresses symptoms rather than the root cause of increased fire risk. Concerns are being raised that focusing solely on suppression ignores the larger issue of the climate crisis and its contribution to drier conditions. Critics suggest a more comprehensive approach is needed, addressing long-term climate change mitigation alongside immediate firefighting measures. The debate highlights a potential disconnect between short-term political solutions and the complex challenges posed by a changing climate, and questions the effectiveness of helicopter usage to resolve the climate crisis. Essentially, using helicopters only treats the consequence, not the cause.