Summary
A fast-spreading wildfire burning out of control in California on the doorstep of Yosemite National Park has forced thousands to flee their homes. Hot and dry conditions, linked to climate change, are making it a tough fire to fight. For a transcript of the story, click here . For a shorter version of the video, stop at 4:38 .Five Facts
- Where is the wildfire taking place?
- What is the wildfire called?
- When did the fire start?
- How many people in the U.S. this weekend were under excessive heat warnings?
- Why do jet streams create extreme weather patterns?
Focus Questions
How does climate change increase the risk of wildfires and heat waves? Name one example mentioned in the video. Media literacy: How did Michael Mann’s expertise contribute to this reporting? Are there others you would have liked to see interviewed?For More
What students can do: For a class activity on climate-friendly landscaping to minimize the effects of extreme heat, check out this lesson plan linked here . Lesson Plan: Inventing smarter cities to minimize extreme heat
Evelyn Chi, a rising sophomore at Amherst College and intern with NewsHour Classroom, wrote today’s Daily News Lesson with editing by Victoria Pasquantonio. Fill out this form to share your thoughts on Classroom’s resources. Sign up for NewsHour Classroom’s ready-to-go Daily News Lessons delivered to your inbox each morning.
