Firefighter, 24, died after being struck by a tree battling La. wildfire
The U.S. Forest Service is paying tribute to a firefighter who died in the line of duty this week while battling a wildfire that was burning in Louisiana’s Kisatchie National Forest.
The U.S. Forest Service is paying tribute to a firefighter who died in the line of duty this week while battling a wildfire that was burning in Louisiana’s Kisatchie National Forest.
Norte Fire in California threatens homes, forces evacuations
Orange County, California firefighters are battling an aggressive, fast-moving wildfire that exploded across 450 acres in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano, destroying multiple homes and forcing mandatory evacuations under fierce Santa Ana wind conditions.
Orange County, California firefighters are battling an aggressive, fast-moving wildfire that exploded across 450 acres in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano, destroying multiple homes and forcing mandatory evacuations under fierce Santa Ana wind conditions.
PG&E power shutoffs could impact more than 11,000 Bay Area customers
PG&E has begun shutting off power to customers in the Bay Area as a preemptive measure to combat a fire weather system that has moved into the area.
PG&E has begun shutting off power to customers in the Bay Area as a preemptive measure to combat a fire weather system that has moved into the area.
9 years since devastating Tubbs Fire, Santa Rosa completes landmark Fountaingrove fire safety project
On the eve of the ninth anniversary of the Tubbs Fire, local officials completed a major wildfire mitigation project in Santa Rosa's Fountaingrove neighborhood.
On the eve of the ninth anniversary of the Tubbs Fire, local officials completed a major wildfire mitigation project in Santa Rosa's Fountaingrove neighborhood.
Angel Island controlled burn draws backlash after smoke inundates Bay Area communities
A controlled burn on Angel Island sent thick smoke into several Bay Area communities due to botched wind forecasts. Local officials and residents expressed frustration over disrupted daily routines, closed schools, and health impacts.
A controlled burn on Angel Island sent thick smoke into several Bay Area communities due to botched wind forecasts. Local officials and residents expressed frustration over disrupted daily routines, closed schools, and health impacts.
2 pilots killed in crash while battling wildfire in Yosemite National Park
Two pilots who were helping to battle the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park were killed on Sunday when their helicopter crashed.
Two pilots who were helping to battle the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park were killed on Sunday when their helicopter crashed.
Getty Fire scorches 25 acres near 405 Freeway as mop-up operations continue
Fire crews in Los Angeles continue mop-up efforts for a 25-acre brush fire along the 405 Freeway that closed the Getty Center and prompted brief evacuation warnings.
Fire crews in Los Angeles continue mop-up efforts for a 25-acre brush fire along the 405 Freeway that closed the Getty Center and prompted brief evacuation warnings.
Steele Fire in Napa County burns 45 acres, prompts evacuation warning
The Steele Fire burning in Napa County Wednesday afternoon has grown to 45 acres, though firefighters were able to stop forward progress, CAL FIRE said. An evacuation warning was issued east of Steele Canyon Road, west of Wragg Canyon Road, and north of Highway 128. It was lifted around 1:30 p.m.
The Steele Fire burning in Napa County Wednesday afternoon has grown to 45 acres, though firefighters were able to stop forward progress, CAL FIRE said. An evacuation warning was issued east of Steele Canyon Road, west of Wragg Canyon Road, and north of Highway 128. It was lifted around 1:30 p.m.
Two fires in Big Sur close sections of Highway 1
Authorities have closed Highway 1 in two separate locations: an 11-mile stretch north of Big Sur and a 16-mile stretch to the south. The road closures effectively cut off access from both the Bay Area and Los Angeles.
Authorities have closed Highway 1 in two separate locations: an 11-mile stretch north of Big Sur and a 16-mile stretch to the south. The road closures effectively cut off access from both the Bay Area and Los Angeles.
Wildfire victim compromise bill collapses in California Assembly
A compromise plan intended to assist California wildfire survivors collapsed in the state Assembly on the final day of the legislative session following intense pushback from major utility companies.
A compromise plan intended to assist California wildfire survivors collapsed in the state Assembly on the final day of the legislative session following intense pushback from major utility companies.
40 miles of Highway 1 closed as Timber, Plaskett wildfires grow in Monterey County
The Timber Fire has grown to about 23,000 acres as of Friday evening, while the Plaskett Fire is estimated at about 2,700 acres. The fires in Monterey County have shutdown a 40-mile stretch of Highway 1 from north to south. Jesse Gary reports.
The Timber Fire has grown to about 23,000 acres as of Friday evening, while the Plaskett Fire is estimated at about 2,700 acres. The fires in Monterey County have shutdown a 40-mile stretch of Highway 1 from north to south. Jesse Gary reports.
California slashes wildfire budget as resilience programs show results
California is experiencing a mild peak fire season, with year-to-date figures showing a 12 percent drop in total fires and a 53 percent reduction in acres burned compared to the five-year average. Desperate to balance its budget, the state slashed $101 million from seven major wildfire and forest resilience programs, cutting funding by 47 percent. Tom Vacar reports.
California is experiencing a mild peak fire season, with year-to-date figures showing a 12 percent drop in total fires and a 53 percent reduction in acres burned compared to the five-year average. Desperate to balance its budget, the state slashed $101 million from seven major wildfire and forest resilience programs, cutting funding by 47 percent. Tom Vacar reports.
Human-caused Hawk Fire rapidly grows in Nevada, injuring 6 as tens of thousands are forced to evacuate
Level 3 “Go Now" evacuation zones extend across northwest Reno, while evacuation warnings remain in effect across surrounding communities.
Level 3 “Go Now" evacuation zones extend across northwest Reno, while evacuation warnings remain in effect across surrounding communities.
Big Sur’s Timber Fire: Rugged terrain challenges firefighting crews
A wildfire burning along California’s rugged Big Sur coast has been difficult for firefighters to access and contain.
A wildfire burning along California’s rugged Big Sur coast has been difficult for firefighters to access and contain.
Fort Hood helicopter crash kills 2 soldiers in Salado, officials say
Two Fort Hood soldiers are dead following a helicopter crash in Salado.
Two Fort Hood soldiers are dead following a helicopter crash in Salado.
Genasys delivers emergency zone information during wildfires
If you live in area affected by a wildfire this summer, you may have received an alert through the Genasys Project. It's a free app that delivers information during emergencies based on which zone you live in.
If you live in area affected by a wildfire this summer, you may have received an alert through the Genasys Project. It's a free app that delivers information during emergencies based on which zone you live in.
Man arrested for arson in Spokane, WA Old Trails Fire
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, one of three wildfires in Spokane County burning thousands of acres.
A 37-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, one of three wildfires in Spokane County burning thousands of acres.
Feliz Fire forward progress stopped, containment reaches 10%
No injuries or structure damages were reported in the blaze.
No injuries or structure damages were reported in the blaze.
Wildfire burning in Spokane, WA prompts evacuation orders
Emergency responders in Spokane County issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders on Aug. 1 as crews battled the fast-moving Old Trails Fire during elevated fire weather conditions.
Emergency responders in Spokane County issued emergency Level 3 evacuation orders on Aug. 1 as crews battled the fast-moving Old Trails Fire during elevated fire weather conditions.
Feliz Fire in Mendocino County grows to more than 840 acres, prompts evacuation orders
The brush fire – dubbed the Feliz Fire – broke out around 3:40 p.m. near Feliz Creek Road and Highway 101.
The brush fire – dubbed the Feliz Fire – broke out around 3:40 p.m. near Feliz Creek Road and Highway 101.