Navigating Wildfire Responses: App Innovations and Ecological Challenges

This chapter explores the app Watch Duty, designed for timely emergency information during disasters, co-founded by individuals affected by a wildfire. It discusses the implications of using seawater in firefighting and highlights the dangers of increased salinity on ecosystems, particularly in California. Furthermore, it examines the hidden threats of air pollution from wildfires, their health risks, and the community's response to growing fire-related challenges exacerbated by climate change.