California Wildfires Heating Up This Summer

California’s wildfire season is now practically year-round, but summer brings the worst of it — with hotter, drier conditions fueling more fires. This year, both Northern and Southern California face elevated risks as vegetation dries out. So far in 2026, over 278,000 emergency calls and more than 2,000 wildfires have burned nearly 65,000 acres, claiming 25 homes. Last year, agencies fought over 8,000 fires covering 500,000 acres — a 53% drop in acreage burned despite more fires. Experts urge immediate action: clear dead brush, keep flammables away from homes, and use fire-resistant landscaping. Stay informed and take steps now to protect your property — resources are available to help you prepare. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/383b1643425fb3a9