Extreme Drought, Heat Trigger Wildfire Risk Near Las Vegas

By Douglas McIntyre  •  August 22, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that areas south of Las Vegas are experiencing exceptional drought alongside extreme heat at 111°F. These conditions create a perfect wildfire formula, fueled either by human activity or lightning strikes. With the region unusually hot and dry for the season, the wildfire risk is at a dangerous high.

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