Utah sandstorm causes 22-vehicle pileup, killing at least 8 people

A sandstorm in Utah led to a 22-vehicle pileup on Sunday, leaving at least eight people dead and several others seriously hurt.

Western US wildfires burn hundreds of homes, threaten thousands more

The Dixie Fire has charred nearly 298 square miles acres of timber and brush in Plumas and Butte counties. As of Sunday, it was 21% contained.

Fog and muggy showers
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Steve Paulson says today will see fog and clouds and then become muggy with possible showers.

Jet fuel shortage threatens commercial flights, firefighting aircraft in Reno-Tahoe

The airport serving Nevada’s second largest metro area faces a shortage of jet fuel that could force the cancellation of cargo and passenger fights, potentially restricting the flow of tourists and essential goods into the northern part of the state.

California could shut off water for thousands of farmers

California regulators are planning to stop thousands of farmers from taking water out of the state's major rivers and streams because of a worsening drought.

Fight to contain massive Dixie Fire in Butte County continues as blazes surpasses 181,000 acres

The Dixie Fire has become one of California's top 20 largest wildfires, with 167,430 acres burned as of Friday night. By Saturday morning, the fire had grown to 181,289 acres and containment ticked up to 19%.

Fight to contain massive Dixie Fire in Butte County continues as blazes surpasses 167,000 acres
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California's mutual aid system for wildfires is an important factor for responding to wildfires as large as the Dixie Fire. Sonoma County is preparing to deploy strike teams to battle the Dixie Fire in Butte County. KTVU's Debora Villalon reports.

‘Heat dome’ to bring scorching temps to most of US

Get ready for another heat wave. This time, it will impact most of the lower 48 states — placing some areas under extreme drought conditions and in jeopardy of breaking more records.

Weather remains a concern as western wildfires intensify

The Bootleg Fire, which has destroyed an area half the size of Rhode Island, was 40% surrounded after burning some 70 homes, mainly cabins, fire officials said.

Cal Fire says containing the two major wildfires burning in Northern California 'will take awhile'
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Cal Fire Deputy Chief Jonathan Cox spoke with KTVU Thursday evening about the tireless efforts that are underway to contain two massive wildfires in Northern California, the Dixie Fire burning in Butte County, and the Tamarack Fire in Alpine County.

Video shows firefighters racing through flames of Tamarack Fire to save homes

Firefighters go above the call of duty to protect the communities they serve, courageously putting their lives on the line. And sometimes their heroic acts are captured on video.

Tamarack Fire spreads into Nevada from California
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The Tamarack Fire burning near Lake Tahoe has spread into Nevada while the Dixie Fire in Butte County grew by another 20 square miles overnight. Here are the latest details about the major California wildfires.

Slightly warmer temperatures Thursday
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Fog is forming on the coast this morning, but will burn off soon. KTVU Meteorologist Steve Paulson has your complete forecast.

California homeowners get boost from court in fire insurance decision
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Homeowners in fire-prone areas of California will find it easier and possibly cheaper to buy fire, liability and other types of insurance for their homes thanks to a recent court ruling. KTVU's Andre Senior reports.