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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 22

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has begun, with the cause currently undetermined.

L.A. fire officials could have put engines in Palisades before the fire broke out. They didn't

LAFD's failure to deploy adequate resources before the Pacific Palisades fire contributed to its rapid escalation.

Update: Palisades Fire remains 61% contained, 23,713 acres burned in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire has burned over 23,000 acres and remains under investigation for its cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 22

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County has begun, with the cause currently undetermined.

L.A. fire officials could have put engines in Palisades before the fire broke out. They didn't

LAFD's failure to deploy adequate resources before the Pacific Palisades fire contributed to its rapid escalation.

Update: Palisades Fire remains 61% contained, 23,713 acres burned in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire has burned over 23,000 acres and remains under investigation for its cause.
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#wildfire

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 20

A new wildfire erupted in Los Angeles County, California, highlighting ongoing environmental challenges.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 26

A new wildfire named LAC-300910 was reported in Los Angeles County, California, with no containment progress or cause known.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 23

A new wildfire named LAC-337473 has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment information available.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 3

A new wildfire named LAC-002884 has emerged in Los Angeles County, with its containment status and cause of ignition still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 16

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently uncontained and without a determined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 7

A new wildfire is burning in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 20

A new wildfire erupted in Los Angeles County, California, highlighting ongoing environmental challenges.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 26

A new wildfire named LAC-300910 was reported in Los Angeles County, California, with no containment progress or cause known.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 23

A new wildfire named LAC-337473 has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment information available.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 3

A new wildfire named LAC-002884 has emerged in Los Angeles County, with its containment status and cause of ignition still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 16

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently uncontained and without a determined cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 7

A new wildfire is burning in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.
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#climate-change

Post Fire: What you need to know about the wildfire threatening California

Increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires in California due to climate change and environmental factors.

Carbon emissions from the 2023 Canadian wildfires - Nature

2023 Canadian forest fires emitted 647 TgC of carbon, significantly impacting climate change and altering forest carbon sink capacities.

California Has a New Plan to Save Imperiled Joshua Trees | KQED

The Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act establishes critical protections for Joshua trees against climate change and outlines a comprehensive conservation strategy.

Major wildfire rages out of control on the fringes of the Greek capital

Hundreds of firefighters and water-dropping planes combatting forest fire near Athens. Extreme weather conditions due to climate change pose significant challenges for firefighting efforts.

Opinion | There Is No Way to Retreat From the Risk of Wildfires

Mike Davis's 1993 essay is increasingly relevant, prompting discussions about managed retreat and community resilience in the face of rising wildfire risks.

Fire crews do more than fight fires - High Country News

Resource advisors are vital in managing wildfires amidst climate change, protecting key ecological and cultural resources.

Post Fire: What you need to know about the wildfire threatening California

Increasing frequency and intensity of wildfires in California due to climate change and environmental factors.

Carbon emissions from the 2023 Canadian wildfires - Nature

2023 Canadian forest fires emitted 647 TgC of carbon, significantly impacting climate change and altering forest carbon sink capacities.

California Has a New Plan to Save Imperiled Joshua Trees | KQED

The Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act establishes critical protections for Joshua trees against climate change and outlines a comprehensive conservation strategy.

Major wildfire rages out of control on the fringes of the Greek capital

Hundreds of firefighters and water-dropping planes combatting forest fire near Athens. Extreme weather conditions due to climate change pose significant challenges for firefighting efforts.

Opinion | There Is No Way to Retreat From the Risk of Wildfires

Mike Davis's 1993 essay is increasingly relevant, prompting discussions about managed retreat and community resilience in the face of rising wildfire risks.

Fire crews do more than fight fires - High Country News

Resource advisors are vital in managing wildfires amidst climate change, protecting key ecological and cultural resources.
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#california-wildfires

I'm a pilot fighting the CA wildfires from a tanker plane. Here's how we pull off maneuvers commercial aircraft wouldn't dare.

Captain RK Smithley emphasizes the importance of the DC-10 fire tankers in combating unprecedented January wildfires in California.

Lighter winds, cooler temperatures, rising humidity aid battles against fires in California

Weather conditions improved, aiding firefighters in California as high wind warnings expired, but wildfire threats persist, especially with the Santa Ana wind season approaching.

L.A. Area Braces for Strong Winds That Will Fan Palisades Fire

Strong winds pose a significant risk of spreading wildfires in Southern California, particularly affecting firefighting efforts during the Palisades fire.

I'm a pilot fighting the CA wildfires from a tanker plane. Here's how we pull off maneuvers commercial aircraft wouldn't dare.

Captain RK Smithley emphasizes the importance of the DC-10 fire tankers in combating unprecedented January wildfires in California.

Lighter winds, cooler temperatures, rising humidity aid battles against fires in California

Weather conditions improved, aiding firefighters in California as high wind warnings expired, but wildfire threats persist, especially with the Santa Ana wind season approaching.

L.A. Area Braces for Strong Winds That Will Fan Palisades Fire

Strong winds pose a significant risk of spreading wildfires in Southern California, particularly affecting firefighting efforts during the Palisades fire.
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#aerial-firefighting

The New Threat to Los Angeles Firefighters: Drones

Aerial firefighters face increased dangers from illegal drone flights, which can compromise firefighting efforts during critical operations.

Here's what it's like to manage Cal Fire's aircraft during a massive wildfire

Aerial firefighting relies on the fast coordination of aircraft to combat wildfires effectively.

The New Threat to Los Angeles Firefighters: Drones

Aerial firefighters face increased dangers from illegal drone flights, which can compromise firefighting efforts during critical operations.

Here's what it's like to manage Cal Fire's aircraft during a massive wildfire

Aerial firefighting relies on the fast coordination of aircraft to combat wildfires effectively.
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#gavin-newsom

Newsom in Washington bashes Trump, seeks last-minute Biden help for California

California leaders prepare for conflict with Trump administration's policies.
Newsom calls for legal funding to combat federal rollbacks.
Bipartisan concerns over disaster relief and wildfire aid.
Democratic coalition aims for solidarity against Trump policies.

Actor Michael Rapaport goes ballistic on Newsom over LA fires: 'No more mistakes for you, you're done!'

Michael Rapaport criticizes Governor Newsom for neglecting fire management during California's ongoing wildfire crisis.
Celebrities are increasingly voicing their frustrations over Governor Newsom's handling of the California wildfire situation.

How Gavin Newsom has failed California and set fire to his own political prospects

Gavin Newsom's leadership during the recent wildfires showcases a significant lack of accountability and empathy towards affected constituents.

Newsom in Washington bashes Trump, seeks last-minute Biden help for California

California leaders prepare for conflict with Trump administration's policies.
Newsom calls for legal funding to combat federal rollbacks.
Bipartisan concerns over disaster relief and wildfire aid.
Democratic coalition aims for solidarity against Trump policies.

Actor Michael Rapaport goes ballistic on Newsom over LA fires: 'No more mistakes for you, you're done!'

Michael Rapaport criticizes Governor Newsom for neglecting fire management during California's ongoing wildfire crisis.
Celebrities are increasingly voicing their frustrations over Governor Newsom's handling of the California wildfire situation.

How Gavin Newsom has failed California and set fire to his own political prospects

Gavin Newsom's leadership during the recent wildfires showcases a significant lack of accountability and empathy towards affected constituents.
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#fire-prevention

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in El Dorado County on Nov. 14

Prescribed burns like the Trident North are crucial for wildfire prevention.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Plumas County on Jan. 7

Prescribed burns like Bk Lakes Basin are essential for wildfire prevention and management.

Update: Prescribed fire Gore Ranch burns 250 acres in Shasta County since May 31

The Gore Ranch project effectively demonstrates the use of controlled burns to prevent catastrophic wildfires.

Update: Prescribed fire in Shasta County in Shasta County - Nov. 17 status

Prescribed fires like Whiskeytown Admin Piles are vital for wildfire risk management.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in San Luis Obispo County on Oct. 10

Prescribed burns like Slo Trex Training are essential for wildfire prevention by managing fuel loads effectively.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Del Norte County on Jan. 6

The prescribed burn called Gordon Hill aims to prevent catastrophic wildfires in Del Norte County.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in El Dorado County on Nov. 14

Prescribed burns like the Trident North are crucial for wildfire prevention.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Plumas County on Jan. 7

Prescribed burns like Bk Lakes Basin are essential for wildfire prevention and management.

Update: Prescribed fire Gore Ranch burns 250 acres in Shasta County since May 31

The Gore Ranch project effectively demonstrates the use of controlled burns to prevent catastrophic wildfires.

Update: Prescribed fire in Shasta County in Shasta County - Nov. 17 status

Prescribed fires like Whiskeytown Admin Piles are vital for wildfire risk management.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in San Luis Obispo County on Oct. 10

Prescribed burns like Slo Trex Training are essential for wildfire prevention by managing fuel loads effectively.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Del Norte County on Jan. 6

The prescribed burn called Gordon Hill aims to prevent catastrophic wildfires in Del Norte County.
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#california

Kevin Kiley takes early lead over Jessica Morse in California congressional election

Kevin Kiley is currently leading in California's 3rd Congressional District against Jessica Morse, amid partial election results.

Update: Prescribed fire in Glenn County in Glenn County - Dec. 5 status

Prescribed fire projects help mitigate wildfires by reducing hazardous fuels and promoting ecological health.

California regulators approve PG&E's 5th rate hike of 2024

PG&E rates are increasing again, marking the fifth increase in 2024 to cover vegetation management costs amid customer dissatisfaction.

Kevin Kiley takes early lead over Jessica Morse in California congressional election

Kevin Kiley is currently leading in California's 3rd Congressional District against Jessica Morse, amid partial election results.

Update: Prescribed fire in Glenn County in Glenn County - Dec. 5 status

Prescribed fire projects help mitigate wildfires by reducing hazardous fuels and promoting ecological health.

California regulators approve PG&E's 5th rate hike of 2024

PG&E rates are increasing again, marking the fifth increase in 2024 to cover vegetation management costs amid customer dissatisfaction.
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We need more people to set fires. Yes, you read that right.

Prescribed fires are essential in managing wildfire risks by reducing excess vegetation and transforming fire management practices for a safer environment.
#prescribed-fire

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Glenn County on Nov. 12

Prescribed fires are essential for reducing wildfire risks and promoting ecological health.

Update: Prescribed fire in Glenn County in Glenn County - Dec. 3 status

Prescribed fire is essential for reducing wildfire risks and restoring ecological balance in forest areas.

Update: Prescribed fire in Glenn County in Glenn County - Nov. 12 status

Prescribed fires are essential for ecological restoration and wildfire risk reduction by mimicking natural fire behaviors.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Glenn County on Nov. 12

Prescribed fires are essential for reducing wildfire risks and promoting ecological health.

Update: Prescribed fire in Glenn County in Glenn County - Dec. 3 status

Prescribed fire is essential for reducing wildfire risks and restoring ecological balance in forest areas.

Update: Prescribed fire in Glenn County in Glenn County - Nov. 12 status

Prescribed fires are essential for ecological restoration and wildfire risk reduction by mimicking natural fire behaviors.
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A proposal for more logging to curb wildfires could boost timber harvests by more than 200%

U.S. officials propose increased logging to combat wildfires and support rural economies, overhauling a decades-old forest management plan.

Weather conditions turn favorable as crews button up' the Mountain fire in Ventura County

Humidity and lower wind speeds have improved containment efforts of the Mountain fire in Camarillo, with crews achieving 42% containment.
Evacuation orders have been downgraded, indicating a positive shift in the management of the fire's impact.
#prescribed-burns

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Merced County on Oct. 31

The Bench prescribed burn in Merced County aims to prevent larger wildfires through controlled, strategic burning.

CAL FIRE planning 2 large prescribed burns in Sonoma County Monday

Controlled burns are being conducted in Sonoma County to manage wildfire risks and improve safety.

Update: Prescribed fire Plantation Thin in Humboldt County - Nov. 11 status

The Plantation Thin project demonstrates the use of prescribed burns for effective wildfire prevention.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Merced County on Oct. 31

The Bench prescribed burn in Merced County aims to prevent larger wildfires through controlled, strategic burning.

CAL FIRE planning 2 large prescribed burns in Sonoma County Monday

Controlled burns are being conducted in Sonoma County to manage wildfire risks and improve safety.

Update: Prescribed fire Plantation Thin in Humboldt County - Nov. 11 status

The Plantation Thin project demonstrates the use of prescribed burns for effective wildfire prevention.
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#california-wildfire

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Butte County on Aug. 21

A new wildfire named Kusel Fire was reported in Butte County, California, with its cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Sep. 1

The Gibbel Fire in Riverside County started on September 1, 2024, and its cause is yet to be determined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on Aug. 21

A new wildfire reported in Merced County, California remains under investigation for its cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Butte County on Aug. 21

A new wildfire named Kusel Fire was reported in Butte County, California, with its cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Sep. 1

The Gibbel Fire in Riverside County started on September 1, 2024, and its cause is yet to be determined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Merced County on Aug. 21

A new wildfire reported in Merced County, California remains under investigation for its cause.
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Photos: One Year After the Lahaina Fire

Maui is beginning recovery after devastating wildfires, with a $4 billion lawsuit settlement facilitating rebuilding efforts.
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How AI is revolutionising how firefighters tackle blazes and saving lives

AI significantly enhances wildfire prediction and response efficiency.
Automated processes reduce analysis time from hours to seconds, aiding firefighters.
Comprehensive fire management strategies now depend on complex ecological factors.

Update: Valley Fire now brought under 100% containment

The use of AI in generating content was supervised by journalists for accuracy and relevance.

El Dorado County evacuation zone expanded as Crozier Fire nearly triples its size overnight

Authorities expanded evacuation zone in El Dorado County due to rapidly growing Crozier Fire.

Daily briefing: Indigenous Australians started fire farming 11,000 years ago

Indigenous Australians used fire-stick farming techniques to control wildfires thousands of years ago
First cell therapy for solid tumors approved by FDA, paving the way for cheaper cancer treatments
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