University of California-Merced: How Did the COVID-19 Pandemic Fuel Record-Breaking Wildfires in 2020? New Study Explains
May 06, 2025
May 06, 2025
MERCED, California, May 6 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news:
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How Did the COVID-19 Pandemic Fuel Record-Breaking Wildfires in 2020? New Study Explains
By Patty Guerra
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic impacted many facets of life, including health care, schools and the work environment.
A new study by UC Merced researchers shows evidence that the pandemic also fueled an elevated number of wildfires . . .
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How Did the COVID-19 Pandemic Fuel Record-Breaking Wildfires in 2020? New Study Explains
By Patty Guerra
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic impacted many facets of life, including health care, schools and the work environment.
A new study by UC Merced researchers shows evidence that the pandemic also fueled an elevated number of wildfires . . .