Why California Keeps Putting Homes Where Fires Burn | SoCal Matters | PBS SoCal

As wildfires devastate communities, California faces tough choices on rebuilding. Nearly half of new homes in recent decades were built in fire-prone areas. Despite calls for stricter regulations, development continues, fueling debates over safety and housing policy.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Neil Chase
Tamara Gould
Angela Boisvert

PRODUCERS
Robert Meeks
Mia Henry
Colin Taylor

REPORTER
Ben Christopher

EDITORS
Robert Meeks
Anthony Bibian

CALMATTERS EDITOR IN CHIEF
Kristen Go

PRODUCTION MANAGER
Robert McDonnell

SERIES BRANDING
Israel Mendez

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