Wet winters to wildfires: How nature turned Los Angeles into a tinderbox
23 hours, 54 minutes ago

Wet winters to wildfires: How nature turned Los Angeles into a tinderbox

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Wildfires raging around Los Angeles advanced into the Hollywood Hills, following a series of devastating blazes in the region that claimed at least five lives, destroyed hundreds of homes, and severely strained firefighting resources and water supplies. The wildfires devastating Los Angeles have been fueled by a perfect storm of environmental conditions, leading to unprecedented destruction and loss of life. The National Weather Service has warned that these winds, combined with extremely low humidity and dry vegetation, have heightened the risk of fire outbreaks. “The combination of low humidity, dry fuels, and shifting winds has heightened the potential for spot fires and rapid expansion,” stated Cal Fire officials.

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