California continues to grapple with the aftermath of devastating wildfires and their ties to climate change. Southern California Edison is lobbying state regulators to allocate over $7 billion in costs for wildfire damages to its customers, raising questions of accountability and responsibility for fire-related incidents. President Trump's focus on overhauling California water policy following the firestorm has led to discussions about managing water resources in the state. However, amidst these discussions, the impact of climate change on the frequency and severity of wildfires cannot be ignored. A key opinion piece argues against deflecting attention from fossil-fuel-driven climate change by attributing wildfires to other causes, emphasizing the importance of addressing the root issue. Additionally, a study revealed that California's federal lands are releasing carbon dioxide due to wildfires, raising concerns about the environmental impact and long-term consequences. Despite the challenges, there have been efforts to mitigate the impact of wildfires, such as the successful rescue of over 750 endangered tidewater gobies from a burn area, highlighting the importance of conservation and recovery in fire-affected ecosystems.