As cities along the western coast of North America grew, people began building houses in the chaparral regions. Many homeowners have chosen to landscape with drought -resistant native plants in an effort of conserve water, a valuable resource in this dry biome. Nevertheless, the dry chaparral summer remains susceptible to fires. Nearly every year, fires sweep through the area, destroying homes, displacing people, and costing millions of dollars. What is the best solution to this problem?

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Building homes in fire-prone areas inherently increases the risk of property damage and loss of life due to wildfires. By avoiding construction in these regions, the risk is minimized, aligning with a more sustainable and safer approach to urban planning in fire-susceptible biomes like the chaparral.

As Cities Along the Western Coast of North America Grew