IT - CE - 01162025 Wildfire

What factor has significantly contributed to the wildfires in Los Angeles in 2025?

• Heavy rainfall

• Severe drought

• High humidity levels

• Low temperatures

What winds have worsened the wildfire situation in Los Angeles?

• Santa Ana winds

• El Nino winds

• Trade winds

• Chinook winds

Which two fires are of most concern in the Los Angeles area?

• The Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire

• The Kenneth Fire and the Lidia Fire

• The Hurst Fire and the Eaton Fire

• The Palisades Fire and the Angeles National Forest Fire

What is the estimated financial impact of the Palisades and Eaton Fires?

• $25 to $50 billion

• $75 to $100 billion

• $150 to $200 billion

• $250 to $275 billion

What is one of the challenges in rebuilding Los Angeles after the wildfires?

• Strict building laws

• Lack of skilled labor

• Shortage of construction materials

• Limited access to transportation

What is the name of the largest and most destructive fire in California's history as of January 14, 2025?

• The Eaton Fire

• The Palisades Fire

• The Kenneth Fire

• The Lidia Fire

How much rain has downtown Los Angeles received since July 2024?

• 0.02 inches

• 0.2 inches

• 2 inches

• 4 inches

What is the significance of the Santa Ana winds in the context of wildfires?

• They bring moisture and help extinguish fires

• They are hot, dry winds that dehydrate vegetation and fuel fires

• They have no impact on the spread of wildfires

• They help firefighters predict the behavior of fires

What is the name of the governor of California who has proposed easing building laws to expedite reconstruction?

• Jerry Brown

• Arnold Schwarzenegger

• Gavin Newsom

• Gray Davis

In which neighborhoods has the Palisades Fire destroyed structures?

• Pacific Palisades, Malibu, and Santa Monica

• Downtown Los Angeles, Hollywood, and Beverly Hills

• Pasadena, Burbank, and Glendale

• Long Beach, Anaheim, and Santa Ana