High-Risk Areas See Job Boom as Wildfires Intensify
Alarming trends have emerged regarding development in high-risk areas and the exposure of businesses and jobs to extreme weather events, particularly wildfires, in the western United States.
Researchers have found that the highest job growth in the region over the past three decades has occurred in areas with the highest wildfire risk. This trend raises concerns, as these areas often lack a full understanding of the potential dangers. Emily Joiner, writing in the Fall 2025 issue of Resources, explores the exposure of businesses and jobs to these risks.
Extreme weather events, such as the recent Los Angeles wildfires and Texas flooding, are increasing in intensity worldwide. These events can have wide-ranging economic impacts, disrupting businesses, affecting house prices, and causing long-term market disruptions.
The concentration of jobs and businesses in high-risk areas, coupled with the increasing intensity of extreme weather events, highlights the urgent need for improved risk awareness and adaptation decisions. Further research and public education are crucial to mitigate the potential economic and human impacts of these events.
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