How are climate extremes changing California? I hit the road to find out

In a year of historic storms, drought and the aftermath of wildfires, a Guardian reporter set out to see how three popular routes are faring

The romance of the American road trip has lured travelers into their cars over the last century, offering a break from itineraries and access to wild landscapes across the west. These adventures also provide one of the only ways I can visit the far-flung places I love most.

They are places that are rapidly changing. From the coast to the mountains, the forest to the desert, California’s long drives offer a frontline view of the climate crisis.

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