Kathleen Armstrong described her traumatic evacuation experience during the Fourth of July fire, highlighting the terrifying immediacy of danger as flames approached their home.
Reflecting on the town's vulnerable evacuation routes, Armstrong expressed concern over the potential impact of future disaster scenarios compounded by rising tourism.
As the region faces extreme weather and fire risks, the balance between economic development through tourism and safety for local residents is increasingly precarious.
The recent boom in tourism offers economic opportunities for rural communities like Mariposa, but it raises pressing concerns about environmental and safety challenges.
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