The Facts On Fighting Wildfires In L.A. And Beyond | Episode 251

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Amid the devastation of the Los Angeles wildfires, confusion and misinformation have surrounded the role of water resources.

This episode clarifies key inaccuracies, highlighting how municipal water systems are designed to support localized firefighting efforts rather than large-scale wildfires fueled by extreme weather conditions.

Kathryn Sorenson of Arizona State University’s Kyl Center for Water Policy and Chad Seidel of Corona Environmental Consulting explore the limitations of current infrastructure and the evolving challenges posed by urban-wildland interface fires.

Drawing on examples from Colorado and Arizona, they discuss the cascading impacts of wildfires, including how burned watersheds affect water quality and force expensive upgrades to treatment systems.

They also share innovative strategies, from enhancing system resilience to improving emergency response, that can better prepare communities for the next wildfire. These insights underscore the urgent need for a proactive and collaborative approach to addressing the increasing risks of wildfire in a changing climate.

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