Question

Climate change isn't just about temperature! The amount of rain and snow (precipitation) in certain regions of the U.S. is also changing. In some areas, the amount of precipitation has decreased. Scientist predict that these dry areas will get even drier in the future.

If the warmer areas on the map also become drier, what will happen to wildfire risk?

Drier conditions will likely result in fewer wildfires
Drier conditions will likely result in more wildfires
No difference

Answer 1

If I had to guess, I'd say the answer is

Drier conditions will likely result in more wildfires

Studies show that warmer and drier areas will double in wildfires by 2050.