Saving california's grapes
Project Earth
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A year after the devastating effects of Napa Valley’s Glass Fire, the damage is still highly visible. Winegrowers in the region are taking actions to protect themselves against deadly wildfires, as the fire season comes earlier this year. Many of them also face another threat, insurance companies are unwilling to share in the risk.
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