Wildfires are a huge problem in California since it is extremely dry. Surprisingly, this recent Los Angeles California wildfire isn’t the biggest fire the residents have experienced. The earliest known wildfire in California history was the Santiago Canyon Fire of 1889. It burned around 300,000 acres in parts of Orange County, San Diego County, and Riverside County. The recent Los Angeles California fire has burned 40,500 acres and more than 28 people are confirmed deceased.

The fire is now completely contained. It lasted for a long time due to the dry conditions caused by pressure in the North Pacific Ocean. Humans cause 90% of wildfires. Cigarettes, unattended campfires, burning debris, and equipment malfunctions cause most wildfires. Faulty power lines and electric infrastructure allegedly caused the California wildfire. Home electrical fires are estimated to be 51,000 each year, and many deaths occur as a result.

Multiple fire departments across California, Texas, and Arizona have worked tirelessly to contain the situation and evacuate when necessary. Canada and Mexico have also sent people and equipment to help.

In an interview over the telephone with an anonymous California resident, they told The Times, “Myself and the other residents of my apartment complex were evacuated in precaution. I spent a night or two at my friend’s apartments and, when encouraged, came back with the others.’’ The source shared with The Times about her feelings and experiences revolving around the fires, ‘’It was truly terrifying to think that it could’ve been my apartment or office building.’’

The fires have caused detrimental losses to the environment and society as a whole. Plans for reconstruction are, however, taking place. Rebuilding damaged work environments and fundraising for those who have been affected are on track. Estimated property recovery is projected to be completed within the next couple of years, hopefully less.