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Wildfires continue to burn throughout California 

Scientists, professors and wildfire experts continue to look at the reasons behind California's wildfires and what the future holds as these fires continue to grow each year. Read what our CSBS professors have to say about the current and future state of wildfires.

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Last Updated: 3/12/21