Here's what to know about the science behind wildfires

AI News July 16, 2026 09:42 PM

Fire is a natural process that cleans up dead vegetation and releases nutrients back to forests. But experts say wildfires are becoming more severe, exceeding what forests can handle. (AP video: Brittany Peterson and Eva Malek; Production: Laura Bargfeld)

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Here's what to know about the science behind wildfires

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Here's what to know about the science behind wildfires

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