Wildfires have long been a part of California’s landscape, but the Eaton fire has emerged as a stark reminder of the growing risks posed by climate change and urban development. Ignited in Eaton Canyon on January 7,2025, the fire has rapidly consumed over 10,600 acres, with devastating impacts on both the environment and local communities. The disaster coincided with the Pacific Palisades Fire, another wildfire that ignited the same day in Pacific Palisades, highlighting the ongoing wildfire crisis in Southern California and the strain on firefighting resources. What is the Eaton Fire? The Eaton Fire, currently raging near Pasadena and Altadena in Southern California, has been propelled by fierce Santa…