Not cool, man: LA Area Faces Critical Wildfire Risk amid 80 mPH Wind Gusts

Doug McIntyre of Climate Crisis warns of extreme wildfire risks near Los Angeles as 80 mph wind gusts sweep through the region, particularly north of Malibu. The area’s dry conditions, combined with the intense winds, create an ideal setting for conflagrations that may become uncontrollable if ignited by lightning, downed power lines or human vandalism or other activity. Although many recent blazes have been contained quickly, these conditions are likely to persist, elevating the risk of a significant, challenging fire event.