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California deploys firefighting resources in multiple northern counties ahead of increased fire risk
In anticipation of critical fire weather conditions forecast for parts of Northern California, Gov. Gavin Newsom has approved ...
Breaking: Montebello Fire reported in Santa Clara County on Aug. 1
Initial location: Santa Clara County, Calif. A new wildfire was reported today at 2:02 a.m. in Santa Clara County, California ...
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California bets on iron-salt battery power to protect against wildfire
A battery made from cheap and non-flammable iron and salt could provide emergency power in one of California’s high wildfire ...
California wildfire victims left wondering where $100M went following FireAid benefit concert
California wildfire victims question where the $100 million from the FireAid benefit concert went, as charity reveals funds ...
Breaking: Dale Fire reported in Fresno County on July 30
Initial location: Fresno County, Calif. A new wildfire was reported 10:39 p.m. July 30 in Fresno County, California. Dale ...
California utility creates compensation program for victims of January’s deadly Eaton Fire near LA
Southern California Edison has announced it will create a program to compensate victims of January’s devastating Eaton Fire ...
New CAL FIRE map tracks wildfires and burn severity across California
A powerful new online tool from CAL FIRE is giving the public a clearer look at California’s wildfire history and helping the agency prepare for future fires.
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California adds 2 helicopters to enhance its rapid response firefighting capabilities
CAL FIRE announced today that it has added two new helicopters to enhance its rapid response firefighting capabilities. The ...
Update: 3-5 Fire in Lassen County now brought under full containment
Note that full containment doesn't mean the fire is completely out. In this case, it means that the wildfire has been fully ...