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Climate change made LA fires worse, scientists say

 Climate change was a major factor behind the hot, dry weather that gave
rise to the devastating LA fires, a scientific study has confirmed. It made
those weather conditions about 35% more likely, according to World Weather
Attribution – globally recognised for their studies linking extreme weather
to climate change. The authors noted that the LA wildfire season is getting
longer while the rains that normally put out the blazes have reduced. The
scientists highlight that these wildfires are highly complex with multiple
factors playing a role, but they are confident that a warming climate is
making LA more prone to intense fire events.

 BBC 28th Jan 2025,
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd9qy4knd8wo

January 30, 2025 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | climate change, USA