What is root cause of fire risks posed by homeless camps?

What is root cause of fire risks posed by homeless camps?

Re “Nearly 20% of San Diego fires ‘likely’ began by homeless encampments, data shows” (March 10): Duh! Having experienced a fire from a homeless encampment, it seems to me that the root cause is not being addressed. These fires are generally warming or cooking fires that spread out of control. This was the case on Sept. 22, 2017, in Spring Valley. Had adequate shelter been available, the cooking/warming fire would not have been needed. It seems …