In two days, fireworks will blast skyward in states across the U.S., painting the night with vibrant blue, red and gold sparks to celebrate Independence Day.  Part of what makes these dazzling displays beautiful is also what makes them dangerous: Just one errant spark can ignite an inferno if it has enough kindling. Each year, … Continue reading As Climate Change Dries Out the West, Fourth of July Fireworks Spark Increased Wildfire Risk