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Experts Warn of Misunderstood Fire Threats Amid L.A. Wildfire Catastrophe

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Experts Warn of Misunderstood Fire Threats Amid L.A. Wildfire Catastrophe

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  • Wildfire expert Jack Cohen reflects on his prior training efforts in Pacific Palisades, indicating disappointment in lack of implementation.
  • Fire historian Stephen Pyne compares the devastation in Los Angeles to a "Category 5 hurricane," as death tolls rise and destruction mounts.
  • Both experts argue for a shift in understanding, stating current fires are primarily urban fires driven by embers, not just wildfires.
  • They advocate for home-hardening strategies and community cooperation to prevent fire ignitions rather than focusing solely on wildfire control.
  • The discussion emphasizes a need to reassess approaches to fire safety and acknowledges the limitations of firefighting resources during extreme conditions.

For the full article, visit Los Angeles Times.

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