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Apocalyptic photos and video show terrifying scenes as wildfires ravage California

Multiple wildfires in Southern California prompted widespread evacuations due to extreme fire behavior and high winds.

Wildfires Roar Through L.A., and Trump Floats U.S. Expansion

Firefighters face difficulties due to weather conditions while battling a significant blaze in Pacific Palisades.

Apocalyptic photos and video show terrifying scenes as wildfires ravage California

Multiple wildfires in Southern California prompted widespread evacuations due to extreme fire behavior and high winds.

Wildfires Roar Through L.A., and Trump Floats U.S. Expansion

Firefighters face difficulties due to weather conditions while battling a significant blaze in Pacific Palisades.
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With firefighters stretched thin, Altadena residents battle to save homes from flames

Residents faced critical decisions during the Eaton fire, as evacuation orders were often ignored, leading to tragic losses and strained firefighting resources.
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PHOTOS: Powerful images show destruction from deadly Southern California fires

Strong winds intensified wildfires around Los Angeles, leading to mandatory evacuations and significant firefighting efforts in multiple areas.

Oakland firefighters are helping Los Angeles fight deadly wildfires

Oakland Fire Department is actively aiding firefighting efforts in Los Angeles wildfires, demonstrating strong mutual aid practices.

Is It Safe to Travel to Los Angeles? What to Know About the LA Fires

Los Angeles County wildfires have led to significant evacuations and property loss, fueled by extreme winds.

California fires leave 2 dead in 'widespread disaster' DW 01/08/2025

Wildfires around Los Angeles have resulted in fatalities, extensive property damage, and a critical strain on the local emergency services.

What to know about the wildfires spreading through Southern California

Wildfires in Southern California have burned over 4,000 acres, forcing evacuations as the situation remains critical with zero containment.

Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly

Calming winds aided firefighting efforts against the Mountain fire, which extensively damaged Southern California and led to mass evacuations.

PHOTOS: Powerful images show destruction from deadly Southern California fires

Strong winds intensified wildfires around Los Angeles, leading to mandatory evacuations and significant firefighting efforts in multiple areas.

Oakland firefighters are helping Los Angeles fight deadly wildfires

Oakland Fire Department is actively aiding firefighting efforts in Los Angeles wildfires, demonstrating strong mutual aid practices.

Is It Safe to Travel to Los Angeles? What to Know About the LA Fires

Los Angeles County wildfires have led to significant evacuations and property loss, fueled by extreme winds.

California fires leave 2 dead in 'widespread disaster' DW 01/08/2025

Wildfires around Los Angeles have resulted in fatalities, extensive property damage, and a critical strain on the local emergency services.

What to know about the wildfires spreading through Southern California

Wildfires in Southern California have burned over 4,000 acres, forcing evacuations as the situation remains critical with zero containment.

Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly

Calming winds aided firefighting efforts against the Mountain fire, which extensively damaged Southern California and led to mass evacuations.
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Franklin Fire Burns in Malibu as Residents Are Forced to Evacuate

A fast-spreading wildfire in Malibu forced evacuations across more than 2,200 acres, posing significant threats to residents and iconic locations.

Total Nightmare' as Wildfire Burns Through Southern California Homes

The Mountain fire near Los Angeles has rapidly escalated, forcing evacuations and damaging numerous homes due to strong winds and dry conditions.

Breaking: Cienega Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 25

A new wildfire named Cienega has started in Los Angeles County, with containment details and cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 11

A wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with containment and cause still unknown.

Wind-driven wildfire rages in California with scores of homes charred

The Mountain fire has devastated Ventura County with significant destruction, prompting emergency evacuations and intensive firefighting efforts.

Air quality warnings in New York and New Jersey as parks worker dies fighting fire

A New York parks employee died in a wildfire incident, highlighting the dangers faced by firefighters in dry conditions.

Franklin Fire Burns in Malibu as Residents Are Forced to Evacuate

A fast-spreading wildfire in Malibu forced evacuations across more than 2,200 acres, posing significant threats to residents and iconic locations.

Total Nightmare' as Wildfire Burns Through Southern California Homes

The Mountain fire near Los Angeles has rapidly escalated, forcing evacuations and damaging numerous homes due to strong winds and dry conditions.

Breaking: Cienega Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 25

A new wildfire named Cienega has started in Los Angeles County, with containment details and cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 11

A wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with containment and cause still unknown.

Wind-driven wildfire rages in California with scores of homes charred

The Mountain fire has devastated Ventura County with significant destruction, prompting emergency evacuations and intensive firefighting efforts.

Air quality warnings in New York and New Jersey as parks worker dies fighting fire

A New York parks employee died in a wildfire incident, highlighting the dangers faced by firefighters in dry conditions.
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Brooklyn three-alarm fire damages deli and apartments; freezing temperatures complicate FDNY efforts | amNewYork

Firefighters battled a three-alarm fire in Brooklyn deli amidst freezing conditions, using significant resources to address the fast-spreading blaze and overcome operational challenges.

South Bay fires damage houses in San Jose, Mountain View

Firefighters effectively managed multiple residential fires in the South Bay, ensuring residents' safety amidst ongoing investigations into the cause of the incidents.

Brooklyn three-alarm fire damages deli and apartments; freezing temperatures complicate FDNY efforts | amNewYork

Firefighters battled a three-alarm fire in Brooklyn deli amidst freezing conditions, using significant resources to address the fast-spreading blaze and overcome operational challenges.

South Bay fires damage houses in San Jose, Mountain View

Firefighters effectively managed multiple residential fires in the South Bay, ensuring residents' safety amidst ongoing investigations into the cause of the incidents.
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Son who lost FDNY firefighter dad in 'Black Sunday' blaze becomes smoke-eater himself: 'Trying to make him proud'

Dennis Meyran became a firefighter to honor his father's heroic legacy and follow in his father's footsteps after losing him to a blaze in 2005.

FDNY battles 2 fires in Brooklyn hours apart amid windy conditions

Windy conditions hinder firefighting efforts, contributing to challenges faced by the FDNY during two separate fires in Brooklyn.

Son who lost FDNY firefighter dad in 'Black Sunday' blaze becomes smoke-eater himself: 'Trying to make him proud'

Dennis Meyran became a firefighter to honor his father's heroic legacy and follow in his father's footsteps after losing him to a blaze in 2005.

FDNY battles 2 fires in Brooklyn hours apart amid windy conditions

Windy conditions hinder firefighting efforts, contributing to challenges faced by the FDNY during two separate fires in Brooklyn.
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Firefighters battling 2-alarm blaze at house in Orinda

A two-alarm fire caused significant damage to a house in Orinda, prompting extensive firefighting efforts.

Immediate fire threat moves to NSW as Victoria continues to battle Grampians blaze

Christmas week bushfires pose an intense threat across several states, with firefighting efforts underway in extreme weather conditions.

'Fire Escape': One Woman's Journey Fighting Fires From Behind Bars | KQED

Amika Mota turned her prison experience into an opportunity for growth by becoming a firefighter.

The reopening of Notre Dame through the eyes of people who saved it

The restoration of Notre Dame is a meticulous and emotionally charged effort involving over 2,000 skilled artisans dedicated to preserving its historical integrity.

Long Island firefighter charged with setting brush fires during driest period in NY for 160 years

A volunteer firefighter in Long Island was arrested for allegedly starting brush fires in Medford.

Israel claims to have intercepted projectile from Yemen as firefighters battle blazes Middle East crisis live

Israeli firefighters extinguished fires resulting from debris of an intercepted missile from Yemen, highlighting regional tensions and military responses.

Slower winds aid firefighters battling destructive blaze in Southern California

Firefighters made progress against the Mountain Fire, achieving 21% containment amid favorable weather conditions as evacuation orders were downgraded.
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