Winds and Wildfires in California: 4 Factors to Watch That Increase Danger

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By Union of Concerned ScientistsNov 20, 2018, 9:46 am111 pts
By Brenda Ekwurzel Before we dive into the science behind the four factors specific to the California Santa Ana winds, let's review the current situation in California and wildfire disaster risks in general. California Wildfires November 2018 Scenes of fiery devastation are heartbreaking to see unfolding in the…

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