Better Forest Management Won't End Wildfires, But It Can Reduce The Risks

In cases like the Camp Fire in Northern California, where low humidity, dry vegetation, hot temperatures and high winds have created extreme fire conditions, there is little that homeowners, forest landowners or land managers can do to affect fire behavior. Fire is a natural hazard, like earthquakes, tornadoes, and hurricanes. It is unique in that it can develop with little warning and last for weeks or even months.