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Arizona and the Southwest brace for a severe wildfire season due to prolonged drought and climate change. Forests are parched, and desert grasses are tinder-dry, increasing the risk of fires. Experts warn that the danger is unusually high, especially in early summer. A warm, dry winter and spring have accelerated fuel loads, making landscapes as flammable as they should be in May or June. The West is facing red-zone fire danger, with managers combating the threat through forest thinning and prescribed burns. However, climate change intensifies fire severity, leading to more megafires. Human reactions range from concern to action, with cities offering free property assessments and funding for brush clearance. Most fires are human-caused, so officials urge year-round caution. While a potential El Niño later this year could bring rain, for now, stay alert, prepare your property, and help prevent fires.

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