This research examines fire and smoke exposure and its potential short-term health and social impacts for LA residents experiencing homelessness during the historic 2025 Southern California Wildfires.

Climate vulnerability maps developed by the U.S. government are designed to identify places that will benefit most from federal investments in climate resilience. Yet high-need, low-capacity communities across the country are being left behind.

Secure your spot for the 51st annual Natural Hazards Research and Applications Workshop, to be held Sunday, June 14 to Wednesday, June 17, 2026.