The Smokehouse Creek fire was, as of 2024, the largest wildfire in the history of Texas. Based on wildfire statistics, what was the most likely cause of the fire?(1 point)

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sparks from a downed electric line
sparks from a downed electric line

magma from a local volcano
magma from a local volcano

heat from the sun
heat from the sun

a lightning strike

Answer 1

The most likely cause of the Smokehouse Creek fire, as with many wildfires, would be a lightning strike. Wildfires are often ignited by natural causes like lightning, whereas sparks from electric lines, while possible, are not as common in large-scale wildfire incidents. Magma from a local volcano is unlikely in Texas, and while heat from the sun can contribute to drying out vegetation, it typically does not ignite fires on its own.