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Wildfires have plagued California for decades, but the frequency and intensity of recent fires have raised concerns. Historical accounts from those living in Los Angeles since the mid-20th century show that large fires have always been a part of the natural landscape. However, as urban development increased and brush grew thick after long wet seasons, the combustible materials were primed for what has become a catastrophic fire season, with an alarming amount of property at risk in highly populated areas.