'Be vigilant, be careful': Californians learn to live with constant threat of fire and power cuts

As more blackouts loom, some are lucky enough to live near ‘resilience zones’ with power hubs of their own

On high fire warning days like these, when the temperatures are burning, the wind is whipping and the air is dry enough to crack lips, many residents of northern California’s wine country have a routine.

In communities scarred by wildfire, they know to be ready: ready for smoke-choked air and tear-stung eyes. Ready to pack up and go at a moment’s notice. Ready to lose it all, sometimes again.

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