Warming trend means California's lethal fire season not over

Several of the wildfires in the state were over 95% contained, but full containment likely won't be reached without rain.

Cal Fire investigators seize PG&E equipment

Fire investigators looking into what caused a wildfire that killed four people in far Northern California have taken possession of equipment belonging to Pacific Gas and Electric, the utility reported Friday. 

Intentional backfires are a risky tool for firefighters
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KTVU's Tom Vacar reports about the pros and cons that may arise from setting backfires to control bigger blazes.

16 firefighters possibly sickened by carbon monoxide
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Cal Fire said that 16 firefighters were treated after possibly being sickened by exposure to carbon monoxide.

Crews battling Glass Fire set backfires to reduce fire load

The tactic has different names, backfire, firing out or a firing plan, but whatever crews call it the idea is the same.

Evacuation orders and warnings for wildfires burning in the North Bay

Here are the latest evacuation orders, evacuation warnings, and evacuation centers in the Glass Fire, burning in Napa County.

Mark Neveau talks firefighting resources at the Glass Fire
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Former Fremont Battalion Chief and former FEMA Presidential Appointee Mark Neveau spoke with KTVU's Alex Savidge on during the Seven O'Clock News on Monday, September 28, 2020 about the Glass Fire, which began early Sunday morning.

Some Santa Rosa wildfire evacuees returning home

For thousands of people, including Dino Moniodis, returning home brought a sigh of relief.

Cal Fire provides an update on the Glass Fire
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Cal Fire Deputy Chief Jonathan Cox spoke with KTVU's Heather Holmes on The Four on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 about developments in the Glass Fire.