https://energyinnovation.org/2021/09/16/after-the-megafires-whats-left-and-whats-next/ https://energyinnovation.org/2021/09/16/after-the-megafires-... The fire

https://energyinnovation.org/2021/09/16/after-the-megafires-whats-left-and-whats-next/ https://energyinnovation.org/2021/09/16/after-the-megafires-... The fire intensities are much higher due to various factors. This kills more of the mature trees and alters the soil nutrient composition such that it become water repellent. The same effects have been noted in Australian mega-fires over the past decade.