Exceptional Drought and High Winds Endanger Las Vegas

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that the Las Vegas area is in the grip of exceptional drought, covering nearly 1,000 square miles. With triple-digit temperatures, high winds, and dry conditions, the wildfire risk is severe, and fragmented firefighting systems may hinder effective response


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