The Challenges of Wildfires in California

California faces significant challenges with wildfires, particularly in areas like the Pacific Palisades. The state struggles with outdated infrastructure, including a water reservoir that was offline during peak fire season, which is seen as negligence by local leaders. The impacts of climate change, along with an ineffectively managed response, have led to increased destruction during fire events. Many believe that proactive measures, such as improved funding for fire departments and better resource management, could help mitigate future disasters.