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Lush flowers are sending a warning about California's wildfire season

California faces increased wildfire risk due to abundant plant growth fueled by excess rain and invasive species thriving, exacerbated by extreme heat.

How Big Developers Crushed Regulation That Could Have Mitigated LA Fires

Continued development in high-risk wildfire zones dramatically increases the severity and destructiveness of wildfires in California.

Wildfire threats make utility companies uninsurable in Northern California, across West

Utilities face challenges in obtaining insurance coverage against wildfire risks, leading to potential bankruptcy liabilities.

Here's Why Insurance Companies Canceled Policies Before The LA Fires

Insurance companies are prioritizing profits over supporting people amid rising climate change risks and related policy changes.

Rising concerns over CA FAIR Plan's financial capability due to LA wildfire costs

Enrollment in California's FAIR Plan has surged as private insurers withdraw, largely due to increasing wildfire risks fueled by climate change.

Southern California is Dangerously Dry for This Time of Year

Southern California is facing severe drought with less than a quarter-inch of rain in eight months, increasing wildfire risk.

Lush flowers are sending a warning about California's wildfire season

California faces increased wildfire risk due to abundant plant growth fueled by excess rain and invasive species thriving, exacerbated by extreme heat.

How Big Developers Crushed Regulation That Could Have Mitigated LA Fires

Continued development in high-risk wildfire zones dramatically increases the severity and destructiveness of wildfires in California.

Wildfire threats make utility companies uninsurable in Northern California, across West

Utilities face challenges in obtaining insurance coverage against wildfire risks, leading to potential bankruptcy liabilities.

Here's Why Insurance Companies Canceled Policies Before The LA Fires

Insurance companies are prioritizing profits over supporting people amid rising climate change risks and related policy changes.

Rising concerns over CA FAIR Plan's financial capability due to LA wildfire costs

Enrollment in California's FAIR Plan has surged as private insurers withdraw, largely due to increasing wildfire risks fueled by climate change.

Southern California is Dangerously Dry for This Time of Year

Southern California is facing severe drought with less than a quarter-inch of rain in eight months, increasing wildfire risk.
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Crocker-Amazon and Daly City Border Deemed the Only 'High' Fire Risk Areas in San Francisco

San Francisco has specific areas identified as moderate to high risk for wildfires, despite its overall perception of immunity.

How some homes were left standing after the L.A. fires

Home construction can significantly influence a building's vulnerability to fire damage.
Luck is a factor in residential fire survival, but building methods can improve safety.

With fire risk high in Bay Area, 'Do not let lower wind speeds fool you:' NWS

Residents must remain cautious despite dropped alerts as dry weather persists, posing significant fire risks.
Fire conditions remain perilous; even low winds can lead to rapid fire spread. Evacuations advised.

There Ought to be a Law': Bay Area contestant inspires bill to protect California schools from wildfire

Schools in high-risk wildfire zones need evacuation and shelter plans
AB 2968 aims to improve fire safety in California schools

Crocker-Amazon and Daly City Border Deemed the Only 'High' Fire Risk Areas in San Francisco

San Francisco has specific areas identified as moderate to high risk for wildfires, despite its overall perception of immunity.

How some homes were left standing after the L.A. fires

Home construction can significantly influence a building's vulnerability to fire damage.
Luck is a factor in residential fire survival, but building methods can improve safety.

With fire risk high in Bay Area, 'Do not let lower wind speeds fool you:' NWS

Residents must remain cautious despite dropped alerts as dry weather persists, posing significant fire risks.
Fire conditions remain perilous; even low winds can lead to rapid fire spread. Evacuations advised.

There Ought to be a Law': Bay Area contestant inspires bill to protect California schools from wildfire

Schools in high-risk wildfire zones need evacuation and shelter plans
AB 2968 aims to improve fire safety in California schools
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Auto Fire in Ventura County Is Small but 0% Contained

The Auto fire in Ventura County is currently 56 acres in size and 0% contained, but its spread has been stopped.
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Allstate to hike home rates in California wildfire areas by 34%

Allstate is increasing homeowners' insurance rates by an average of 34.1% due to rising wildfire risks in California.

1 in 10 Los Angeles homes don't have insurance, says one estimate

Around 10% of homeowners in Los Angeles County lack insurance, a trend aligned with statewide statistics.

Allstate to hike home rates in California wildfire areas by 34%

Allstate is increasing homeowners' insurance rates by an average of 34.1% due to rising wildfire risks in California.

1 in 10 Los Angeles homes don't have insurance, says one estimate

Around 10% of homeowners in Los Angeles County lack insurance, a trend aligned with statewide statistics.
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Power shutoffs begin as California faces high fire risk, major winds

The 'diablo wind' prompted PG&E to shut off power to prevent wildfires in Northern California.

Think Twice Before Lighting Fireworks This July 4

Fireworks cause significant wildfire risk in California; illegal usage leads to numerous fires and property damage.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 6

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, LAC-429987, has an unknown containment status and undetermined cause as of December 6, 2024.

Here's where 350,000 SoCal residents could lose power due to Santa Ana winds

Utility companies in California are planning power shutoffs due to high wildfire risk from strong winds this week.
Over 350,000 customers may lose power as the state faces heightened fire weather warnings.

California wildfire risk will escalate with arrival of notorious 'diablo wind'

A major 'diablo wind' is expected in Northern California, heightening wildfire risk with low humidity and strong gusts.

Facing Crisis, California Insurance Regulators Cap Largest Rules Change in 30 Years | KQED

California has approved regulations allowing insurers to pass reinsurance costs to consumers, promoting coverage in wildfire-prone areas.

Power shutoffs begin as California faces high fire risk, major winds

The 'diablo wind' prompted PG&E to shut off power to prevent wildfires in Northern California.

Think Twice Before Lighting Fireworks This July 4

Fireworks cause significant wildfire risk in California; illegal usage leads to numerous fires and property damage.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 6

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, LAC-429987, has an unknown containment status and undetermined cause as of December 6, 2024.

Here's where 350,000 SoCal residents could lose power due to Santa Ana winds

Utility companies in California are planning power shutoffs due to high wildfire risk from strong winds this week.
Over 350,000 customers may lose power as the state faces heightened fire weather warnings.

California wildfire risk will escalate with arrival of notorious 'diablo wind'

A major 'diablo wind' is expected in Northern California, heightening wildfire risk with low humidity and strong gusts.

Facing Crisis, California Insurance Regulators Cap Largest Rules Change in 30 Years | KQED

California has approved regulations allowing insurers to pass reinsurance costs to consumers, promoting coverage in wildfire-prone areas.
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The Insurance Crisis That Will Follow the California Fires

California's insurance market is at risk, faced with increasing catastrophe exposure and significant financial losses from recent fires.
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Fires Break Out Across Southern California Amid Fierce Winds

Southern California is facing critical fire-weather conditions due to strong winds and dry air, risking wildfire incidents.

Strong Santa Ana winds bring wildfire danger to Southern California for New Year's Eve

Santa Ana winds increase wildfire risk for Southern California, prompting red flag warnings and urging caution during New Year's Eve festivities.

Gusty Santa Ana winds bring high fire risk and power shutoffs across Southern California

Southern California faces elevated wildfire risk due to strong Santa Ana winds, prompting power shut-offs to prevent fire ignition.

California faces extreme wildfire risk due to powerful winds and low humidity

Strong winds raised wildfire risk in California, prompting red flag warnings and power outages.
Humidity levels plunged, creating conditions favorable for extreme fire behavior.

L.A. and Ventura counties will see strong winds this week, at 'major risk' of wildfires

Strong Santa Ana winds and prolonged drought create heightened wildfire risk in Los Angeles and Ventura counties this week.

Red flag warnings set to take effect throughout Southern California, beginning Monday

Southern California faces heightened fire risks due to strong Santa Ana winds, prompting red flag warnings.

Fires Break Out Across Southern California Amid Fierce Winds

Southern California is facing critical fire-weather conditions due to strong winds and dry air, risking wildfire incidents.

Strong Santa Ana winds bring wildfire danger to Southern California for New Year's Eve

Santa Ana winds increase wildfire risk for Southern California, prompting red flag warnings and urging caution during New Year's Eve festivities.

Gusty Santa Ana winds bring high fire risk and power shutoffs across Southern California

Southern California faces elevated wildfire risk due to strong Santa Ana winds, prompting power shut-offs to prevent fire ignition.

California faces extreme wildfire risk due to powerful winds and low humidity

Strong winds raised wildfire risk in California, prompting red flag warnings and power outages.
Humidity levels plunged, creating conditions favorable for extreme fire behavior.

L.A. and Ventura counties will see strong winds this week, at 'major risk' of wildfires

Strong Santa Ana winds and prolonged drought create heightened wildfire risk in Los Angeles and Ventura counties this week.

Red flag warnings set to take effect throughout Southern California, beginning Monday

Southern California faces heightened fire risks due to strong Santa Ana winds, prompting red flag warnings.
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#weather-patterns

With few storms in 8 months, Southern California swings toward drought. Will rain ever come?

Southern California faces severe drought conditions with a record driest start to the rainy season, raising concerns over wildfire risks and water shortages.

How California's Fire Season Might Shape Up This Year

California had a mild fire season in 2023 compared to previous devastating years.
The wet winter in 2024 has lowered the wildfire risk, but activity may increase later in the year.

Weather tracker: Parts of Europe suffer under heatwave with little relief at night

Heatwave hitting southern and eastern Europe with temperatures well above seasonal norms, intensified by urban heat island effect.

With few storms in 8 months, Southern California swings toward drought. Will rain ever come?

Southern California faces severe drought conditions with a record driest start to the rainy season, raising concerns over wildfire risks and water shortages.

How California's Fire Season Might Shape Up This Year

California had a mild fire season in 2023 compared to previous devastating years.
The wet winter in 2024 has lowered the wildfire risk, but activity may increase later in the year.

Weather tracker: Parts of Europe suffer under heatwave with little relief at night

Heatwave hitting southern and eastern Europe with temperatures well above seasonal norms, intensified by urban heat island effect.
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Red Flag Warning Issued For Bay Area Starting Thursday, and Yes, San Francisco Is Included

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the Bay Area due to high wildfire risk from Diablo winds and low humidity levels.

Burning question: Why can't the East Bay agree on the futureof eucalyptus trees?

The blue gum eucalyptus is both cherished for its aroma and criticized for its fire hazards, highlighting a complex relationship with California's landscape.

Red Flag Warning Issued For Bay Area Starting Thursday, and Yes, San Francisco Is Included

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the Bay Area due to high wildfire risk from Diablo winds and low humidity levels.

Burning question: Why can't the East Bay agree on the futureof eucalyptus trees?

The blue gum eucalyptus is both cherished for its aroma and criticized for its fire hazards, highlighting a complex relationship with California's landscape.
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Officials offer $5K reward for info on South Shore building blaze that sparked brush fires

Authorities are offering a $5,000 reward for information regarding a fire at a Kingston construction site that caused nearby brush fires.
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Brooklyn brush fire erupts during one of most extensive droughts in recent memory in New York

The ongoing drought in New York is raising wildfire risks, prompting urgent public warnings and action from authorities.

All of Berkeley under red flag warning Thursday through Saturday

PG&E is considering planned power shut-offs in response to heightened wildfire risks in the Bay Area.

Large swaths of Southern California hit by strong winds, red flag warnings

Strong winds raise wildfire risks in Southern California on the first day of Daylight Standard Time.

Brooklyn brush fire erupts during one of most extensive droughts in recent memory in New York

The ongoing drought in New York is raising wildfire risks, prompting urgent public warnings and action from authorities.

All of Berkeley under red flag warning Thursday through Saturday

PG&E is considering planned power shut-offs in response to heightened wildfire risks in the Bay Area.

Large swaths of Southern California hit by strong winds, red flag warnings

Strong winds raise wildfire risks in Southern California on the first day of Daylight Standard Time.
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Thousands lose power in Berkeley Hills amid Red Flag Warning

Strong, dry winds prompted both intentional and unplanned power outages in the Berkeley Hills due to increased wildfire risk. Immediate service restoration was limited.

Berkeley Hills under red flag warning through Saturday morning

Severe fire risk in Bay Area due to dry, warm, and windy conditions, prompting red flag warnings.

Thousands lose power in Berkeley Hills amid Red Flag Warning

Strong, dry winds prompted both intentional and unplanned power outages in the Berkeley Hills due to increased wildfire risk. Immediate service restoration was limited.

Berkeley Hills under red flag warning through Saturday morning

Severe fire risk in Bay Area due to dry, warm, and windy conditions, prompting red flag warnings.
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Election Day winds to bring Bay Area red flag warning for fire danger, possible power shutdowns

Election Day 2024 in California faces dangerous fire conditions complicating voter turnout.
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Fire Weather Watch Issued For Much of Bay Area Starting Thursday as Diablo Winds Arrive

Fire Weather Watch issued for Northern California due to strong winds and low humidity, increasing wildfire risk.

Is Northern California at risk for wildfires this week? Beware of high winds, officials say

Northerly winds and high temperatures in Northern California increase wildfire risk this week.

Fire Weather Watch Issued For Much of Bay Area Starting Thursday as Diablo Winds Arrive

Fire Weather Watch issued for Northern California due to strong winds and low humidity, increasing wildfire risk.

Is Northern California at risk for wildfires this week? Beware of high winds, officials say

Northerly winds and high temperatures in Northern California increase wildfire risk this week.
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Rare October heat wave brings new wildfire risk to greater SF Bay Area

The San Francisco Bay Area is at high risk for wildfires due to dry conditions and escalating heatwave, prompting official warnings.

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

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County with no current data on containment or cause.

Unprecedented landslides have Rancho Palos Verdes asking: How much worse can it get?

Southern California Edison shut off power indefinitely to residents due to land movement, raising urgent concerns for safety and daily living in the affected communities.

Bay Area Allstate customers to face spiking home insurance premiums

Allstate received approval for a 34% increase in home insurance rates in California, impacting 350,000 homeowners. This escalation reflects ongoing insurance challenges.

One of California's largest home insurance companies is raising rates by 15%

Travelers Insurance is raising rates for 320,320 California homeowners by an average of 15.3% due to growing wildfire risk, following other major insurers' actions.

One Calif. home insurance company won't be renewing 30K policies

State Farm is cutting 30,000 policies in California, citing financial strains from various factors.
Increased wildfire risk in California has led multiple insurance companies to stop renewing homeowner policies in high-risk areas.

Wildfire East of San Francisco Prompts Evacuations and Highway Shutdown

The Corral Fire, burning over 12,000 acres east of San Francisco, represents the start of California's wildfire season despite a wet winter.

New poll: Big support among California voters for climate bond, Adam Schiff

California voters strongly support $10 billion climate change measure.
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'An absolute scorcher': Sweltering heat, wildfire risk loom for July Fourth weekend

Extreme heat and increased wildfire risk in Southern California leading to dangerous conditions, urging precautions and heat warnings.

California's Death Valley may tiedaily record of 129F on Sunday

Furnace Creek, California will experience extreme heat reaching 129F, posing wildfire risks and breaking temperature records in Death Valley.

'An absolute scorcher': Sweltering heat, wildfire risk loom for July Fourth weekend

Extreme heat and increased wildfire risk in Southern California leading to dangerous conditions, urging precautions and heat warnings.

California's Death Valley may tiedaily record of 129F on Sunday

Furnace Creek, California will experience extreme heat reaching 129F, posing wildfire risks and breaking temperature records in Death Valley.
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Elias: California insurance chief giving in to the industry's demands

California Insurance Commissioner aims to implement secret black box computer models for insurance pricing, potentially costing property owners billions more.
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