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WORLD2026-05-0421:40:02 UTC

New Tool Reveals Increased Wildfire Risks for 459 Communities in the Pacific Northwest

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

A newly developed wildfire risk assessment tool has identified 459 communities in the Pacific Northwest that are at greater risk than previously recognized.

This assessment takes into account social vulnerability, which may influence the level of risk faced by these communities.

The research was conducted by Oregon State University, underscoring the importance of considering various factors in wildfire risk evaluations.