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Why California's fires are burning longer and harder

Why California's fires are burning longer and harder

08/13/2015 | Rating NR

PBS News Hour

Why California's fires are burning longer and harder

Clip: 8/13/2015 | 6m 24s

Why California's fires are burning longer and harder

High temperatures, unpredictable winds and extremely dry conditions caused by the relentless drought have made managing this summer's blazes particularly challenging and unpredictable in California. The NewsHour's Cat Wise reports from Lake County, one of the state's hardest hit areas.

08/13/2015 | Rating NR

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