Northern California fires have led to detrimental effects. Not only have the fires taken the homes of thousands of people, but thay have also led to severe economic issues, environmental problems, and interfered with education. Various schools closed their doors to students including those in Mount Diablo, Martinez, Antioch, Napa Valley, and Sonoma Valley Unified School Districts. In addition, countless people have lost their homes and have been forced to evacuate. Economic crisises shake the state as businesses and wineries burned down, and the prices of homes are expected to increase in the already costy Northern California, as thousands of people attempt to relocate. Further investigations and lawsuits against PG&E are made due to the facts that this company may have sparked the fire are in progress. Tragically, these fires have only worsened our already declining environment, worsening air quality and impacting the health of much of California residents.
Schools, libraries close as wildfire smoke spreads across the Bay Area
This article discussed the closure of several schools as a result of safety concerns and health hazards from the poor air quality.(Click picture below)
Death toll in California wildfires grows to 42, PG&E sued by couple who lost home
This article dicusses the economic consequences of the fire as well as lawsuits that have been filed in relation to the cause of the fire. (Click picture below)
Week of wildfires polluting air as much as year of cars
This article discusses the lasting health effects and pollution related to the declining air quality. It also predicts the further spread of wildfires in the area. (Click picture below)