L3M5 practice question 10 of 15

Which part of the world suffered huge wildfires in 2018 as a result of a Pacific Gas and Electric power line being struck by a falling tree, resulting in the power company having to settle very large compensation claims?

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Answer options
A: California
B: China
C: Alaska Correct answer
D: Indonesia
Correct Answer:
C. Alaska
Explanation

Recriminations continue to fly regarding the annual fires in California, which often result in destruc- tion of woodland, homes and often with loss of life. These seasonal fires have become significantly larger, although less numerous, in the past few decades, with dramatic and devastating effect.

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