The primary risk is flooding and mudslides in areas near burn scars, which are more prone to these hazards due to the lack of vegetation and the presence of debris left by wildfires. Floodwaters in these areas are often filled with debris, posing additional dangers to residents and property. Homeowners like Jeff Taylor, who is still recovering from the Hawk Fire, have expressed concerns about the potential for further damage. The Red Cross has warned that even areas that have not experienced flooding in the past may now be at risk due to changes in the landscape caused by wildfires.