Discuss the "California's Fire Future" Radio Report
Scientists predict we’ll be seeing hotter conditions and drier forests in the near future. The Summit Fire that’s been burning in the Santa Cruz Mountains is likely a part of that trend. QUEST talks to Malcolm North with the U.S. Forest Service. He says any area that’s burned before is vulnerable to burning again, including the Coast Range and Sierra Nevada.
You may listen to the “California’s Fire Future” Radio report online, as well as find additional links and resources.
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