Here’s a not-so-fun fact to keep in mind as another heat wave hits large swaths of the United States: Almost half of California’s 20 largest wildfires have occurred in the last four years. These fires are becoming more frequent and more deadly, occurring year-round instead of being limited to a season.
The Problem Is Spreading
It’s not just California. Since 2016, many regions worldwide, including Australia and Siberia, have experienced unprecedented wildfires. Places previously considered safe, including the Arctic, have burned. The world has entered a new, precarious era. What can we do to offset the damage and prevent future fires? Our latest Instaread explores the issue.
