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50% of L.A. Hills Catch Fire Regularly, Yet Developers Keep Building

In Los Angeles, the hills above the city are prone to catching fire, with statistics showing that about 50% of these areas experience fires regularly. Despite this known risk, developers continue to construct buildings in these fire-prone zones. This pattern of development in high-risk areas persists, even as the frequency of fires does not deter the ongoing construction projects. The statistics highlight a concerning trend where the potential for disaster is acknowledged but not heeded in urban planning and development decisions.

Source: www.realclearpolitics.com

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