The weather factors that triggered L.A. County’s devastating fires

Los Angeles County is facing a devastating wildfire event caused by a rare windstorm, resulting in extreme destruction and ongoing infernos. The combination of a recent drought, high-pressure weather system, and low-pressure system led to hurricane-force winds, dry conditions, and rapid fire spread. These extreme weather events are linked to climate change and a potentially more volatile jet stream, highlighting the increasing risk of back-to-back disasters worldwide.

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