Do wildfires qualify as “Abnormal Weather” under the MMCD?

Yes. If wildfires affect site conditions, restrict access, or pose safety risks, they may be classified as Abnormal Weather under GC 13.3—provided they are demonstrably outside the contractor’s reasonable control and not seasonal expectations.

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