Are eucalyptus trees the cause of the CA fires?

[Text Drivers are Killers]

Democrats like the stupid trees because they're pretty and smell nice! Doesn't take much to get one burning. They are full of oil.

dec 28 2022 Eucalyptus trees are widespread in California and have been introduced to many other warm states. These beautiful stately trees are filled with aromatic oil, which makes them highly combustible. The picture this paints is of California and other areas experiencing serious eucalyptus fire damage.
The tree sheds bark and dead leaves, which make a perfect pile of tinder under the tree too. When the oils in the tree heat up, the plant releases flammable gas, which ignites into a fireball. This accelerates the eucalyptus fire hazards in a region and discourages firefighting efforts. Removal of the trees has been recommended largely due to eucalyptus fire damage but also because they are taking the place of native species. The plants are considered dangerous in fire-prone areas because of their habit of shooting sparks if they catch fire. Eucalyptus oil and fire are a match made in heaven from the fire’s perspective but a nightmare for those of us in its path.

Eucalyptus Fire Hazards: Are Eucalyptus Trees Flammable

Are eucalyptus trees flammable? In a nutshell, yes. These beautiful stately trees are filled with aromatic oil, which makes them highly combustible. Learn more about the fire hazards of eucalyptus trees in this article.

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[Diogenes]

I'm pretty sure it was Democrat policies that exacerbated the issue.

 

[Hawkeye10]

They burn very hot, and are certainly part of the problem....Bret and Heather were just yesterday talking about these trees....one of the things they said is that they are difficult to kill.....removal would be expensive.

 

[Phantasmal]

So, only Democrats use the oil? Are you sure of that?

 

[Hawkeye10]

Remember the hotter the fire the more wind it creates.

 

[Text Drivers are Killers]

They burn very hot, and are certainly part of the problem....Bret and Heather were just yesterday talking about these trees....one of the things they said is that they are difficult to kill.....removal would be expensive.

Know what a saw is?

 

[Hawkeye10]

Know what a saw is?

Heather says it does not work....the roots generate another tree....and fast.

 

[AProudLefty]

Poor thing.

 

[Kurmugeon]

Introduced invasive species are certainly a problem, just look at the Russia Thistle, aka , the Tumbleweed.


It will take time, and patience to achieve a new equilibrium.


There is much we could learn from this experience.


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[Diogenes]

Introduced invasive species are certainly a problem, just look at the Russia Thistle, aka , the Tumbleweed.


It will take time, and patience to achieve a new equilibrium.


There is much we could learn from this experience.


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Australian pines...

 

[T. A. Gardner]

A super dangerous wildfire invasive species in S. California and the Southwest is South African Buffel grass

Introduced in the 19th century as a feed for cattle on ranges, it is massively flammable.

The green areas are where it found today.

 

[Text Drivers are Killers]

Walmart sells a tree called the rainbow eucalyptus. Seeds that is.

 

[AProudLefty]

A super dangerous wildfire invasive species in S. California and the Southwest is South African Buffel grass

Introduced in the 19th century as a feed for cattle on ranges, it is massively flammable.

The green areas are where it found today.

Notice Texas? Why hasn't MAGAts called for his resignation?

 

[T. A. Gardner]

Notice Texas? Why hasn't MAGAts called for his resignation?

Because in Arizona and Texas Buffel grass range fires are controllable and are controlled. Both states have active eradication programs too.

 

[T. A. Gardner]

Because in Arizona and Texas Buffel grass range fires are controllable and are controlled. Both states have active eradication programs too.

 

[Into the Night]

Democrats like the stupid trees because they're pretty and smell nice! Doesn't take much to get one burning. They are full of oil.

Eucalyptus Fire Hazards: Are Eucalyptus Trees Flammable

Are eucalyptus trees flammable? In a nutshell, yes. These beautiful stately trees are filled with aromatic oil, which makes them highly combustible. Learn more about the fire hazards of eucalyptus trees in this article.

www.gardeningknowhow.com

Several types of trees burn well, including eucalyptus and pine because of the oils they contain.

But they did not cause the fires. Arsonists did.

DEMOCRATS prohibiting clearing of brush caused the fire to easily spread into the trees (including both pine and eucalyptus).
DEMOCRATS removing and destroying water reservoirs caused the inability to fight the fire.
DEMOCRATS making it hard for fire insurers to conduct business is why they all left the SDTC, leaving many without fire insurance.
DEMOCRAT government run 'fire insurance' will welch. They can't nearly afford the losses sustained. The SDTC is already broke.

Then came the arsonists starting fires in the name of the Church of Global Warming and the Santa Ana winds (forecase, and presenting yet another opportunity for such arsonists.

And many homes were destroyed. Many were damaged.

And then came the looters...supported and aided by DEMOCRATS.

Ever wonder why people are fleeing the SDTC?

 

[Into the Night]

They burn very hot, and are certainly part of the problem....Bret and Heather were just yesterday talking about these trees....one of the things they said is that they are difficult to kill.....removal would be expensive.

Don't need to remove them. Remove the brush that takes the fire into them.
Once California did just that.

No longer.

 

[Into the Night]

So, only Democrats use the oil? Are you sure of that?

Word games won't work, Phanty.

 

[Into the Night]

Know what a saw is?

It is true that eucalyptus wood is a valuable commodity. It's a naturally useful outdoor wood (and can be quite pretty).

 

[Into the Night]

Heather says it does not work....the roots generate another tree....and fast.

Good. More wood. Eucalyptus wood is a valuable commodity.