Climate change likely intensified Southern California fires by creating drier conditions.

Recent reports indicate that while climate change did not directly ignite the Airport, Bridge, and Line fires in Southern California, it likely intensified their spread and severity by creating drier conditions. As of September 13, these fires have burned over 113,000 acres. Experts note that a combination of extreme heat and low humidity, linked to rising temperatures, has exacerbated wildfire risks, complicating the direct connection between climate change and specific fire events.

September 14, 2024
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