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In the Aftermath of California’s Firenadoes
Wildfires are a common occurrence throughout the State of California. News anchors announce the arrival of the annual fire season with most listeners unmoved by its activity, unless family or someone they know is involved. In recent years, wildfires have gradually escalated, but nothing to the destructive force marking the Summer of 2018. The season was preceded by low or no precipitation – winter through spring. California also is noted for its sporadic, hot gusty winds. Lack of rain, combined with dry brush and vegetation, becomes the kindling for wildfires that morph into fire tornadoes. The Carr Fire in Redding, Calif., ignited on July 23, 2018, due to sparks from…