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What are the Santa Ana winds and how are they impacting the L.A. wildfires?

Strong Santa Ana winds are exacerbating wildfires in Los Angeles, forcing large evacuations and making containment efforts challenging.

Wildfires erupt in L.A. as "life-threatening" Santa Ana winds hit Southern California

California is facing extreme fire weather conditions with multiple wildfires, including the uncontained Palisades Fire which led to massive evacuations.

Photos: Fatal Southern California firestorm

Southern California experienced catastrophic firestorms due to converging weather events, leading to extensive destruction and loss of life.

January is not the typical time for devastating California fires. What changed that?

Southern California faces unprecedented winter fires fueled by climate factors, leading to devastating urban conflagrations and significant economic losses.

Map: Airport, Bridge and Line fires burning in Southern California

Three large fires in Southern California have burned over 100,000 acres, leading to multiple evacuations and home threats across four counties.

In the Palisades, an Evacuation Disaster Was Years in the Making

Destructive fires in Pacific Palisades highlight the urgent need for better evacuation and fire preparedness plans.

What are the Santa Ana winds and how are they impacting the L.A. wildfires?

Strong Santa Ana winds are exacerbating wildfires in Los Angeles, forcing large evacuations and making containment efforts challenging.

Wildfires erupt in L.A. as "life-threatening" Santa Ana winds hit Southern California

California is facing extreme fire weather conditions with multiple wildfires, including the uncontained Palisades Fire which led to massive evacuations.

Photos: Fatal Southern California firestorm

Southern California experienced catastrophic firestorms due to converging weather events, leading to extensive destruction and loss of life.

January is not the typical time for devastating California fires. What changed that?

Southern California faces unprecedented winter fires fueled by climate factors, leading to devastating urban conflagrations and significant economic losses.

Map: Airport, Bridge and Line fires burning in Southern California

Three large fires in Southern California have burned over 100,000 acres, leading to multiple evacuations and home threats across four counties.

In the Palisades, an Evacuation Disaster Was Years in the Making

Destructive fires in Pacific Palisades highlight the urgent need for better evacuation and fire preparedness plans.
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Biden cancels trip to Italy, meant as final foreign visit of presidency, as fires rage in California

Biden cancels final overseas trip to Italy to focus on California fire response.
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Astounding What Has Happened': Biden Says Hunter And His Wife May Have Lost Their Home in LA Fire

President Biden's family may have been affected by the Pacific Palisades fire, highlighting the personal impact of widespread disasters.

John Goodman, Anthony Hopkins Lose Homes in Los Angeles Wildfires

The Los Angeles wildfires have devastated the area, claiming lives and causing extensive property damage, including homes of several celebrities.

Opinion: How a California community helped prevent the Bridge fire from destroying their town

Wrightwood's proactive fire safety measures significantly mitigated damage during the Bridge fire, demonstrating effective community preparedness.

Astounding What Has Happened': Biden Says Hunter And His Wife May Have Lost Their Home in LA Fire

President Biden's family may have been affected by the Pacific Palisades fire, highlighting the personal impact of widespread disasters.

John Goodman, Anthony Hopkins Lose Homes in Los Angeles Wildfires

The Los Angeles wildfires have devastated the area, claiming lives and causing extensive property damage, including homes of several celebrities.

Opinion: How a California community helped prevent the Bridge fire from destroying their town

Wrightwood's proactive fire safety measures significantly mitigated damage during the Bridge fire, demonstrating effective community preparedness.
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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 23

A new wildfire, named LAC-297567, has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current information on its containment or cause.

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

A new wildfire named LAC-365888 has ignited in Los Angeles County, with ongoing investigations into its cause and containment status.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 1

A wildfire named LAC-000046 was reported in Los Angeles County with unknown containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 29

A new wildfire named LAC-304533 has been reported in Los Angeles County, with its cause still under investigation.

Breaking: Sand Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 18

The Sand Fire broke out in Los Angeles County, California, with its cause still under investigation.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 5

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, California, with its cause currently undetermined.
The wildfire's rapid emergence highlights ongoing fire concerns in the region.

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

A new wildfire, named LAC-297567, has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current information on its containment or cause.

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

A new wildfire named LAC-365888 has ignited in Los Angeles County, with ongoing investigations into its cause and containment status.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 1

A wildfire named LAC-000046 was reported in Los Angeles County with unknown containment and cause.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 29

A new wildfire named LAC-304533 has been reported in Los Angeles County, with its cause still under investigation.

Breaking: Sand Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 18

The Sand Fire broke out in Los Angeles County, California, with its cause still under investigation.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 5

A new wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, California, with its cause currently undetermined.
The wildfire's rapid emergence highlights ongoing fire concerns in the region.
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Oh Wow, It Hits You': Fox's Leslie Marshall On How Fast' She And Family Had to Evacuate From LA Fire

Leslie Marshall's evacuation experience during the Eaton Fire emphasizes the rapid and surreal nature of fire emergencies.

Column: The California compromise - be prepared to evacuate

The uncertainty of evacuation during fires highlights the risks of living in California.

Oh Wow, It Hits You': Fox's Leslie Marshall On How Fast' She And Family Had to Evacuate From LA Fire

Leslie Marshall's evacuation experience during the Eaton Fire emphasizes the rapid and surreal nature of fire emergencies.

Column: The California compromise - be prepared to evacuate

The uncertainty of evacuation during fires highlights the risks of living in California.
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Fallout Season 2 Production Delayed Due To Massive California Fires

The Palisades fire in Southern California has disrupted multiple Hollywood productions, including Fallout Season 2, due to safety directives from local authorities.
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Severe wind and fire: Tips to prepare your property

Homeowners should implement home hardening techniques to protect against wildfires, especially with increasing Santa Ana wind events.

Explosion Interrupts MSNBC's Jacob Soboroff Reporting from Catastrophic' Pacific Palisades Fire

Jacob Soboroff reported on devastating fires in his Pacific Palisades neighborhood, highlighting unprecedented winds and explosive events.

Severe wind and fire: Tips to prepare your property

Homeowners should implement home hardening techniques to protect against wildfires, especially with increasing Santa Ana wind events.

Explosion Interrupts MSNBC's Jacob Soboroff Reporting from Catastrophic' Pacific Palisades Fire

Jacob Soboroff reported on devastating fires in his Pacific Palisades neighborhood, highlighting unprecedented winds and explosive events.
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Malibu fire fueled by 'extraordinary, extreme' winds. How long will dangerous conditions last?

The Franklin fire in Malibu is exacerbated by extreme winds and dry conditions, with humidity levels falling below 5%.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in San Mateo County on Sep. 5

Prescribed burns like 'Tom' are crucial for wildfire prevention by managing vegetation in a controlled way.

Massachusetts firefighters continue to battle blazes, as Northeast fire restrictions go into effect

The Northeast is facing a severe fire risk due to human activity and dry conditions, urging immediate fire safety measures.

Malibu fire fueled by 'extraordinary, extreme' winds. How long will dangerous conditions last?

The Franklin fire in Malibu is exacerbated by extreme winds and dry conditions, with humidity levels falling below 5%.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in San Mateo County on Sep. 5

Prescribed burns like 'Tom' are crucial for wildfire prevention by managing vegetation in a controlled way.

Massachusetts firefighters continue to battle blazes, as Northeast fire restrictions go into effect

The Northeast is facing a severe fire risk due to human activity and dry conditions, urging immediate fire safety measures.
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#emergency-response

Wildfire near Southern California suburb balloons 250 acres overnight

Canyon Crest fire in Fontana escalated quickly, prompting significant evacuation warnings due to its rapid spread and lack of containment.

Breaking: Burned area emergency response started in Butte County on Aug. 22

Post-fire recovery involves a structured approach addressing immediate and long-term impacts of wildfires.
The BAER process is crucial in stabilizing areas post-wildfire to protect human life and resources.

Update: Wildfire in San Bernardino County in San Bernardino County - Oct. 3 status

The wildfire recovery process involves structured phases, including immediate repairs, emergency stabilization, and long-term recovery efforts.

Update: Park Postfire Baer in Tehama County - Sep. 27 status

The Park Postfire Baer is undergoing a structured recovery process, integrating immediate assessments and stabilization measures after the wildfire.

Wildfire near Southern California suburb balloons 250 acres overnight

Canyon Crest fire in Fontana escalated quickly, prompting significant evacuation warnings due to its rapid spread and lack of containment.

Breaking: Burned area emergency response started in Butte County on Aug. 22

Post-fire recovery involves a structured approach addressing immediate and long-term impacts of wildfires.
The BAER process is crucial in stabilizing areas post-wildfire to protect human life and resources.

Update: Wildfire in San Bernardino County in San Bernardino County - Oct. 3 status

The wildfire recovery process involves structured phases, including immediate repairs, emergency stabilization, and long-term recovery efforts.

Update: Park Postfire Baer in Tehama County - Sep. 27 status

The Park Postfire Baer is undergoing a structured recovery process, integrating immediate assessments and stabilization measures after the wildfire.
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#prescribed-burn

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Humboldt County on Nov. 16

The Donahue prescribed burn is a strategic wildfire prevention measure in Humboldt County.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Placer County on Nov. 18

The Arrd District Pile Burn was initiated as a controlled fire in Placer County to prevent wildfires.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Humboldt County on Nov. 16

The Donahue prescribed burn is a strategic wildfire prevention measure in Humboldt County.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Placer County on Nov. 18

The Arrd District Pile Burn was initiated as a controlled fire in Placer County to prevent wildfires.
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Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Del Norte County on Nov. 5

Prescribed burns like Big Flat are vital for wildfire prevention and ecosystem health.

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.

Update: Prescribed fire Mowitz Pile Burn in Modoc County - Nov. 14 status

The Mowitz Pile Burn in Modoc County represents effective wildfire prevention through controlled burning.

Breaking: New prescribed fire started in Del Norte County on Nov. 5

Prescribed burns like Big Flat are vital for wildfire prevention and ecosystem health.

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.

Update: Prescribed fire Mowitz Pile Burn in Modoc County - Nov. 14 status

The Mowitz Pile Burn in Modoc County represents effective wildfire prevention through controlled burning.
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Breaking: New prescribed fire started in San Luis Obispo County on April 18

The Whitney Burn is a prescribed fire aimed at wildfire prevention in San Luis Obispo County, initiated on April 18.

Warning as diablo winds could trigger fires and outages in California

Diablo winds pose a significant fire risk to California residents, prompting power outages and emergency preparedness measures.

Here's how victims of the Airport, Line and Bridge fires can get help - and how to pitch in

Evacuation centers are established to support victims of advancing fires in Southern California.

California Fire Season Wakes Up Again With Major Wildfires and Hot, Dry Conditions | KQED

California's fire season intensifies in September, with multiple fires threatening structures and populations, coupled with a state of emergency declared.

The scene as Southern California's fast-spreading Line Fire forces thousands to flee

A state of emergency has been declared as over 10,000 residents evacuate due to the Line Fire consuming over 20,000 acres.

Oroville man allegedly threw firework out of car window, starting destructive Thompson fire

Spencer Grant Anderson faces serious charges for arson following the destructive Thompson fire, which resulted in extensive damage in Oroville.
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