climate change impact on fire

Climate change increases global temperatures and alters weather patterns, leading to drier, hotter conditions that dry out forests and vegetation. These conditions make areas more prone to fires and often result in longer, more intense wildfires. Additionally, climate change can cause droughts and reduce snowpack, further drying fuels that catch fire easily. Overall, the changing climate creates an environment where fires are more frequent, severe, and harder to control, impacting ecosystems, communities, and air quality.