LA's Geography: The Role of Santa Ana Winds in Wildfire Outbreaks - PRESS AI WORLD
PRESSAI
World News

LA's Geography: The Role of Santa Ana Winds in Wildfire Outbreaks

share-iconThursday, January 09 comment-icon1 week ago 7 views
News sources:
usatodayUSATODAY
LA's Geography: The Role of Santa Ana Winds in Wildfire Outbreaks

Credited from: USATODAY

  • Multiple wildfires occurred in Southern California due to powerful Santa Ana winds and dry vegetation, resulting in extensive destruction and evacuations.
  • Three major fires are under investigation by Cal Fire as they impact regions west of LA and in the San Gabriel Mountains.
  • The Santa Ana winds significantly contribute to fire development by drying out vegetation and carrying embers across long distances.
  • Steep slopes and mountainous terrains contribute to accelerated fire spread, exacerbating conditions in more fire-prone areas.
  • Urban expansion in these areas has created wildland-urban interfaces, increasing the risk of fire damage in sought-after neighborhoods.

Read the full article here.

SHARE THIS ARTICLE:

nav-post-picture
nav-post-picture