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.
Woodside Fire in North Bay reaches 45% containment
The fire has burned over 150 acres, though no injuries have been reported.
The fire has burned over 150 acres, though no injuries have been reported.
Woodside Fire prompts evacuations, Highway 1 closures along Sonoma County coast
A wildfire burning along the Sonoma County coast prompted evacuations and road closures Thursday as firefighters worked to slow its spread.
A wildfire burning along the Sonoma County coast prompted evacuations and road closures Thursday as firefighters worked to slow its spread.
Gov. Newsom dispatches CAL FIRE team to help fight Washington fires
Governor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced plans to deploy a CAL FIRE Incident Management Team to Washington State to help manage the Sinlahekin Fire, which is burning in rural Okanogan County.
Governor Gavin Newsom on Wednesday announced plans to deploy a CAL FIRE Incident Management Team to Washington State to help manage the Sinlahekin Fire, which is burning in rural Okanogan County.
Consumer watchdog group warns of possible utility bailout in wildfire compensation deal
Survivors of last year's Southern California wildfires rallied Friday to urge Gov. Gavin Newsom to reject any proposal that would limit what utilities can pay wildfire victims, as a consumer advocacy group warns that a deal may be taking shape behind closed doors.
Survivors of last year's Southern California wildfires rallied Friday to urge Gov. Gavin Newsom to reject any proposal that would limit what utilities can pay wildfire victims, as a consumer advocacy group warns that a deal may be taking shape behind closed doors.