Lately, wild blazes have engulfed 22,000 acres (and still counting) in California. So far, there have been 30,000 evacuations and 750 structures ranging from mansions to mobile homes are in flames. This recent wildfire adds to the existing 1.56 million acres already burnt by previous wildfires that have engulfed most of Southern California. The state has spent more than $500 Million on firefighting since January 1st of 2008 and Governor Arnold Shwarzenegar reasures us that the state has enough money for emergencies despite financial struggles. Fires are no longer occuring in the hot summers and late fall. Due to climate change, fires are now year round. Southern California has experienced intense drought and record high temperatures this season. Also, the cost for firefighting have reached new highs. The state's emergency department are currently working very hard to improve conditions and fight this wild fire. Despite Governor Shwarzenegar's comments on the current emergency financial stability, we need to be concern
ed about the long term affects on California's and the nation's economy. California is the leading state in renewable energy and natural resources. The protection of this land is crucial to our economic growth and success. Several crop fields are in ruins and this in turn has a negative effect on the commodities market. If this destruction continues, there may be an increase in agricultural inflation. However, the state can recover from a massive construction boom which will employ construction workers considering the current housing slump (this boom rest in the hands of residents.. will they move back?) Also, the substantial amount of waste left over from the devastation can be converted into energy that can fuel Southern California. As always, leave a comment!
Lately, wild blazes have engulfed 22,000 acres (and still counting) in California. So far, there have been 30,000 evacuations and 750 structures ranging from mansions to mobile homes are in flames. This recent wildfire adds to the existing 1.56 million acres already burnt by previous wildfires that have engulfed most of Southern California. The state has spent more than $500 Million on firefighting since January 1st of 2008 and Governor Arnold Shwarzenegar reasures us that the state has enough money for emergencies despite financial struggles. Fires are no longer occuring in the hot summers and late fall. Due to climate change, fires are now year round. Southern California has experienced intense drought and record high temperatures this season. Also, the cost for firefighting have reached new highs. The state's emergency department are currently working very hard to improve conditions and fight this wild fire. Despite Governor Shwarzenegar's comments on the current emergency financial stability, we need to be concern
ed about the long term affects on California's and the nation's economy. California is the leading state in renewable energy and natural resources. The protection of this land is crucial to our economic growth and success. Several crop fields are in ruins and this in turn has a negative effect on the commodities market. If this destruction continues, there may be an increase in agricultural inflation. However, the state can recover from a massive construction boom which will employ construction workers considering the current housing slump (this boom rest in the hands of residents.. will they move back?) Also, the substantial amount of waste left over from the devastation can be converted into energy that can fuel Southern California. As always, leave a comment!
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