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Investigators are currently working to pinpoint the exact origin and cause of the fire. Forensic teams are examining the initial ignition point, looking for signs of everything from downed power lines to human involvement. This investigation is a critical component of the recovery process, as it informs future building codes, land-management policies, and disaster-preparedness strategies. In the wake of such extensive loss, there is an urgent need to understand how the fire was able to spread so effectively and what can be done to harden the community against future events. Power outages and road closures remain in effect across the affected zones, as utility crews work to replace hundreds of damaged poles and restore the essential infrastructure required for residents to begin the cleanup process.
