Western US Wildfires

Nearly a month ago, the Dixie fire, as it is now known, erupted in northern California, obliterating the millions in its path. As the most dangerous single wildfire terrorizing California, the effects have been catastrophic. The fire brought down thousands of homes, many of which have burned to the ground. About 6,000 firefighters, several aircraft, and emergency departments have been called into duty to contain the blaze.

Northern Sierra Nevada is one of the areas that have been affected the greatest. The wildfire has struck at least 14,000 homes and buildings across mountains and several rural regions. Moreover, thunderstorms have enabled the fire to expand and worsen. Last but not least, technological lines such as the internet, cellphone, and even emergency lines have been disabled, leaving thousands with no form of communication.

Another victim of the Dixie fire is the Greenville community. Several satellite pictures display Greenville houses and buildings all completely incinerated. The fires have forced locals to evacuate the area and abandon all belongings in favor of their lives. "Everything that I own is now ashes or twisted metal," stated Ken Donnel, an evacuee from the Greenville area. Believe it or not, it is not just individuals and buildings that have been affected by such a disaster. Officially reports claim that the fire has consumed roughly 520,000 acres of land, harming the ecosystem across national parks.

As unfortunate as the current circumstances are, officials anticipate the further deterioration of the situation in the days to follow. According to authorities, it is virtually impossible to predict where this fire will travel next or even when it might end. Not only that, temperatures are expected to skyrocket during the subsequent days, reaching the 100+ range with powerful winds and gusts. Officials refer to climate change, which has made the region "drier and warmer than ever," as a potential root of the fires and abnormal temperatures.

These families and individuals suffer in the wake of each fire. After losing everything, thousands dwell on the streets, hungry with no water or shelter. They need aid to recover, so help these dying families in their struggle to find a new home and return to their lives. Please check out the link below to contribute to the California Wildfire Relief Fund, an organization working to support evacuated families and rescued wildlife.

https://www.californiawildfirerelief.org/donations/california-wildfire-fund/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMItfO7tqWn8gIV0zY4Ch0HIwR9EAAYASAAEgI40fD_BwE