Wildfires Could Put More Strain on Drought-Stricken California

Unprecedented water regulations will cut residential and commercial use, but they won’t reduce reliance on water when fires flare up
Wildfires Could Put More Strain on Drought-Stricken California
California's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) reports they have already responded to well over 650 fires this year, which is about 50 percent more than normal for that timeframe.

The number of wildfires in the state of California has increased over the past several years due at least in part to the unusually dry conditions.

Last year, CAL FIRE (California's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) responded to 1,000 fires more than they do in an...

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