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To: carranza2 who wrote (25201)1/21/2025 6:16:23 PM
From: Wharf Rat  Read Replies (4) of 25975
 
"global warming therefore caused the recent fires"

The only way global warming can cause fires is via lightning, so it didn't cause these fires. Warming does cause fires, regardless of what started them, to become more extreme.

Climate Scientists Warn of Growing Whiplash Effect on Weather Patterns | KQED

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L.A.'s 'off the charts' dryness keeps risk of new fires high. ...

Los Angeles Times
5 days ago — Downtown L.A.'s annual average rainfall is 14.25 inches. For many other areas of Southern California, “this is the driest start to any water ...

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