California Wildfire Statistics (Updated 2024)
California sees more wildfires than any other state in the U.S., and the numbers are only increasing. Here are California wildfire facts and statistics for 2024.
www.policygenius.comCalifornia saw 8,100+ wildfires covering roughly 1.08 million acres with 1,837 structures destroyed and one fatality. Only since 2021 did acres burn exceed this year's but total acreage was lower than the peak, and the wildfire count was slightly above the five-year average. Key incidents hit Riverside, LA County, and nearby areas triggering evacuations, road closures, and damaged structures. Public safety power shutoffs and air quality concerns were reported in several regions. Overall, it was a high-activity year for California, marked by significant burn area yet below peak totals of earlier years, and lasting effects on communities and infrastructure.