I interview Peter Sousounis, an atmospheric scientist who now works as a climate and catastrophe modeling consultant. We discuss the recent January 2025 Los Angeles, California Wildfires, global catastrophe modeling, and the rising impacts of secondary perils (like smoke damage). Peter explains the factors contributing to winter wildfires in California and highlights the broader implications on human health and insurance in the region. 

00:53 Introducing Dr. Peter Sousounis

04:36 Catastrophe Modeling

08:46 Winter Wildfires

14:48 Mitigate and Prepare

22:15 Future Outlook

• Blog post discussed: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/peter-sousounis-b7b19133_la-wildfires-initial-thoughts-activity-7285042301372911617-VTRP?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
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• Music: 368 by Dyalla.
• Photo: US Forest Service photo by Jason Benton/ Captain, SRF Engine 341. Accessed using Wikimedia.
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