Drought in the West - Wildfire

Abstract

Author: Brandon McWilliams

This fact sheet summarizes the interactions between drought and wildfire on Western U.S. forests and rangelands, including drying fuels, reducing environmental moisture, and stressing water infrastructure.

Drought
Water
Wildfire
Forest Health
Climate Change

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Drought Water Wildfire Forest Health Climate Change

Last updated December 17, 2025