by Ellie S. (11th G)
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Table: California Wildfire Activity: Most recent 5-Year Statistical Overview
Wildfire Comprehensive Data Archive Ecolyst Research Data
| Year | Emergency Responses | Wildfires | Acres Burned | Fatalities | Structures Destroyed | Archived Link |
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Data Note: 2021-2025 figures are finalized from official CAL FIRE Redbooks.
*2025 Fatalities include preliminary pending coroner confirmation following the January Southern California fire siege.
Trend from the 5 year table
California vs. Global Wildfire Regions (Extreme Season Comparison)
Global Wildfire Context: California vs. World Regions Comparative Research Data
| World Region | Typical Peak Season | Extreme Year Acres | Fatalities (Extreme Yr) | Structures Destroyed | Primary Fuel Type |
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Global Research Insight: While California’s acreage is smaller than Siberia or Australia, it consistently ranks among the highest in Structures Destroyed due to the “Wildland-Urban Interface” (WUI) where homes are built in high-risk zones.
