Austin ranks fifth in nation for cities most at risk for wildfires - Austin MonitorAustin is the fifth most wildfire-prone city in the U.S., with unique wildland-urban interfaces contributing to its risk.
Why are Californians allowed to keep putting homes where fires burn?California's wildfire response highlights a cycle of destruction and rebuilding, often in high-risk areas.
L.A.'s Wildfire Problem Isn't Going AwayProactive measures are essential to prevent catastrophic fire outcomes prior to ignition.
Why are Californians allowed to keep putting homes where fires burn?California's wildfire response highlights a cycle of destruction and rebuilding, often in high-risk areas.
L.A.'s Wildfire Problem Isn't Going AwayProactive measures are essential to prevent catastrophic fire outcomes prior to ignition.
Austin ranks 5th in major cities vulnerable to wildfires - Austin MonitorAustin faces a significant wildfire risk, ranking fifth in the nation, due to climate changes and urban development in vulnerable areas.
Watching L.A., East Bay officials recall lessons learned from 1991 firesPost-1991 fire, Oakland improved wildfire response and preparedness, influencing how neighboring regions approach fire safety.Continuous development into the wildland-urban interface increases wildfire risks for communities.
Marc Duchen readies to take his place on the dais for District 10 - Austin MonitorMarc Duchen aims to reinstate development regulations to protect wildland-urban interface areas and address tree loss from redevelopment.
Austin ranks 5th in major cities vulnerable to wildfires - Austin MonitorAustin faces a significant wildfire risk, ranking fifth in the nation, due to climate changes and urban development in vulnerable areas.
Watching L.A., East Bay officials recall lessons learned from 1991 firesPost-1991 fire, Oakland improved wildfire response and preparedness, influencing how neighboring regions approach fire safety.Continuous development into the wildland-urban interface increases wildfire risks for communities.
Marc Duchen readies to take his place on the dais for District 10 - Austin MonitorMarc Duchen aims to reinstate development regulations to protect wildland-urban interface areas and address tree loss from redevelopment.
The Unfightable FireUrban fires in the U.S. are resurging due to climate change and increased suburban development near wildlands.
City honors AFD's work training firefighters for wildland-urban fires - Austin MonitorDistrict 10 Council Member Alison Alter emphasizes the importance of training firefighters to combat wildfires in the wildland-urban interface (WUI) to protect Austin against the growing threat of wildfires.
As Council moves to adopt HOME 2, groups call on Council to reject it or make major changes - Austin MonitorThe City Council discussed proposed amendments to make it easier to build more housing on smaller lots, including the consideration of a minimum lot size.