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The L.A. Fires: How They Happened, Climate Change’s Role, and What the City Must Do Now
Plain English with Derek Thompson
Fires of Devastation: Understanding Los Angeles Wildfires
This chapter explores the catastrophic impact of recent fires in Los Angeles, revealing the human toll with thousands of homes lost and residents displaced. It examines the interplay of environmental factors, like Santa Ana winds and climate change, in exacerbating these disasters, alongside discussing historical responses to urban crises. The chapter calls for a reevaluation of fire management policies to better prepare for the increasing frequency of such urban wildfires in California.
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