Why Wildfire Risk Is Rapidly Growing Along the U.S. East Coast
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that wildfire risks are now increasing on the East Coast—a region previously spared from such events. Backed by new research, McIntyre highlights the growing frequency of fires in places like New York, New Jersey, and the Carolinas. He warns that this trend not only poses environmental threats but will likely lead to higher insurance costs for homeowners and businesses in these newly vulnerable areas.
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