The 2018 Camp Fire in Butte County, California, was the state’s most destructive wildfre in history, destroying more than 14,600 homes. The wildfre caused widespread drinking water system chemical contamination resulting in acute and chronic health risks
Community wildfire preparedness programs are an important means of protecting residents living in hazardous areas like the wildland-urban interface. Different programs rely on various sets of drivers, such as legal enforcement or engaged citizens. In this
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California experienced the deadliest and most destructive wildfires in its history in 2017 and 2018. Fueled by drought, an unprecedented buildup of dry vegetation and extreme winds, the size and intensity of these wildfires caused the loss of more than
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
One year after the California Camp fire, former residents must navigate a life for ever changed. The disaster has been particularly devastating for those without means.
Wildfire has staked its claim as a major U.S. peril. Risk Modeler 1.13 includes elements that are important in producing a forward-looking view of wildfire risk.
The impacts of the electricity cut are being disproportionately felt by those dependent on medical devices. The sense of community will be necessary for the next shutoff.
California experienced the deadliest and most destructive wildfires in its history in 2017 and 2018. Fueled by drought, extreme winds and an unprecedented build up of dry vegetation, the size and intensity of these wildfires caused the loss of more than
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
As the 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California has highlighted, a reactionary approach to disasters is not financially sustainable anymore as risks increase.
After the Camp Fire incinerated Paradise, California, officials must reduce the flammability of homes, implement fire reduction efforts on a community-wide basis, and plan for emergency evacuations.
