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From mudslides to wildfires, these were some of the most devastating California disasters of 2018

Yvette Manes   

From mudslides to wildfires, these were some of the most devastating California disasters of 2018
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  • California has experienced many deadly fires, mudslides, and other natural disasters this year.
  • The Camp Fire was one of the deadliest wildfires in California history.
  • California has also experienced monsoon-like rainfall that caused major flooding.

It's been a difficult year for the residents of California. In the past year, the state has experienced 12 states of emergencies. Wildfires have caused the majority of the devastation, not only by destroying buildings and land but also by making the burned areas susceptible to mudslides after heavy storms.

Here are the Major natural disasters that occurred in California this year, as well as some disasters later determined to be caused by people.

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