California is highly susceptible to severe wildfires due to its dry, windy conditions from spring through autumn, a problem exacerbated by climate change and factors like aging power infrastructure. Historically, prior to 1850, Native Californians' practice of controlled burns allowed 4.4 to 11.9 million acres to burn annually, preventing the accumulation of fuel that now leads to catastrophic blazes. In stark contrast, the 2020 wildfire season alone saw over 8,100 fires consume nearly 4.5 million acres, demonstrating the devastating scale of modern wildfires. Predominantly human-caused and often intensified by strong Diablo or Santa Ana winds, these fires cost billions in damages and critically endanger millions of residents living in high-risk zones, significantly disrupting vital ecosystems.