PG&E's proactive power shutoffs, expected to impact 13 counties in Northern California, aim to prevent wildfires as high temperatures and strong winds raise risks.
The Bay Area will see dangerously high temperatures, with inland areas potentially reaching 105 degrees and coastal areas up to 93, prompting a heat advisory.
2023 has seen a drastic increase in wildfires compared to last year, with over 6,400 fires burning nearly 1 million acres already.
Historically, 11 of the 20 most destructive wildfires in California have ignited in September or October, highlighting the urgency of preemptive measures.
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