From Los Angeles to Jasper: how we can better prepare for wildfires Fragmented approaches and inadequate preparation leave communities exposed. Opinion | BY RICARDO PELAI, RYAN NESS | January 22, 2025 The Eaton Fire burns in southern California. Both Los Angeles’ and Jasper’s recent experiences with wildfire present a clear warning, write Ricardo Pelai and Ryan Ness. Wikimedia Commons photograph by USDA Forest Service, Matt Muller, HLCO 509 From Los Angeles to Jasper: how we can better prepare for wildfires Opinion | BY RICARDO PELAI, RYAN NESS | January 22, 2025 Fragmented approaches and inadequate preparation leave communities exposed. From Los Angeles to Jasper: how we can better prepare for wildfires Opinion | BY RICARDO PELAI, RYAN NESS | January 22, 2025 Fragmented approaches and inadequate preparation leave communities exposed. The Eaton Fire burns in southern California. Both Los Angeles’ and Jasper’s recent experiences with wildfire present a clear warning, write Ricardo Pelai and Ryan Ness. Wikimedia Commons photograph by USDA Forest Service, Matt Muller, HLCO 509