How Small Airborne Embers Play a Big Role in Spreading WildfiresEmbers, or firebrands, are a major cause of wildfire destruction, igniting homes after being carried by winds.
California Forests Saturated, But Grass Fires Pose Immediate Risk in Bay Area | KQEDGrass fires spread quickly and pose dangers to firefighters and homes, with embers igniting new fires and vegetation around homes fueling house fires.