Strong Winds Push Nation's Largest Wildfire Toward California City

Utilities in Northern California may cut power to prevent fires due to strong winds. The Dixie Fire is among nearly 100 wildfires across multiple states. Climate change is causing hotter, drier conditions, worsening extreme weather and wildfires.

Why are utilities considering cutting off power in Northern California?

• To prevent power line damage from strong winds

• To save electricity

• To test emergency protocols

• To reduce electricity bills

What is the Dixie Fire?

• A fire in the eastern US

• A small fire in a single state

• A wildfire affecting multiple states

• A controlled burn

How many wildfires are currently burning across the US?

• Over 200

• About 50

• Almost 100

• Less than 10

What do scientists say about the impact of climate change on the western US?

• It only affects the eastern US

• It makes the region cooler and wetter

• It makes the region hotter and drier

• It has no impact

What is the expected future impact of climate change on wildfires?

• Wildfires will become less frequent

• Wildfires will become more destructive

• Wildfires will remain the same

• Wildfires will only occur in winter