Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles CountyThe Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County was contained after burning over 23,000 acres with extensive firefighting efforts.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on March 1A new wildfire in Los Angeles County was reported with no containment details or cause known.
Breaking: Liberty Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Feb. 28A new wildfire named Liberty was reported in Los Angeles County with unknown containment and cause.
Breaking: Gas Fire reported in Shasta County on Feb. 28A new wildfire named 'Gas' has ignited in Shasta County, California, with its containment status currently unclear.
Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles CountyThe Palisades Fire burned over 23,000 acres and was completely contained by a dedicated firefighting team.
Breaking: Springs Fire reported in San Luis Obispo County on March 1A new wildfire, Springs Fire, has erupted in San Luis Obispo County, California, with no current updates on containment or cause.
Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles CountyThe Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County was contained after burning over 23,000 acres with extensive firefighting efforts.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on March 1A new wildfire in Los Angeles County was reported with no containment details or cause known.
Breaking: Liberty Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Feb. 28A new wildfire named Liberty was reported in Los Angeles County with unknown containment and cause.
Breaking: Gas Fire reported in Shasta County on Feb. 28A new wildfire named 'Gas' has ignited in Shasta County, California, with its containment status currently unclear.
Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles CountyThe Palisades Fire burned over 23,000 acres and was completely contained by a dedicated firefighting team.
Breaking: Springs Fire reported in San Luis Obispo County on March 1A new wildfire, Springs Fire, has erupted in San Luis Obispo County, California, with no current updates on containment or cause.
Storied Rescue Company 2 Marks 100 Years of ServiceRescue Company 2 of the FDNY has been a vital firefighting unit since 1925, specializing in civilian and firefighter rescues.
'Brooklyn's Bravest': Rescue Company 2 marks 100 years of service * Brooklyn PaperRescue Company 2 celebrates a century of courageous firefighting and civilian rescue operations.
First ever female FDNY Deputy Chief promoted at 'glass ceiling- shattering' ceremonyMichele Fitzsimmons made history as the first female FDNY Deputy Chief, representing a significant advancement for women in the fire service.
Storied Rescue Company 2 Marks 100 Years of ServiceRescue Company 2 of the FDNY has been a vital firefighting unit since 1925, specializing in civilian and firefighter rescues.
'Brooklyn's Bravest': Rescue Company 2 marks 100 years of service * Brooklyn PaperRescue Company 2 celebrates a century of courageous firefighting and civilian rescue operations.
First ever female FDNY Deputy Chief promoted at 'glass ceiling- shattering' ceremonyMichele Fitzsimmons made history as the first female FDNY Deputy Chief, representing a significant advancement for women in the fire service.
Americans evacuated as 175 wildfires rip through two statesWildfires in North and South Carolina have led to a state of emergency, with firefighters battling over 175 fires under challenging conditions.
Gusty winds and extreme fire weather return to Southern CaliforniaWindy and dry conditions elevate wildfire risk in Southern California amid ongoing battles against major blazes.
List: Bay Area fire departments sending help to battle Los Angeles firesCalifornia's Mutual Aid System fosters collaboration among various fire departments.Over 15,000 personnel are actively combating the fires in greater Los Angeles.
California lawmakers want to employ 3,000 firefighters year-round to tackle wildfiresCalifornia is proposing to hire seasonal firefighters year-round to tackle more severe wildfires caused by climate change.
Lives on the line: Low pay has US wildland firefighters quittingWildfires are worsening, highlighting the need for improved training and labor conditions for firefighters.
Opinion: L.A. was lucky with help fighting fires. But don't count on luckThe wildland firefighting system's reliance on mutual aid is unsustainable amid increasing wildfire frequency.
Americans evacuated as 175 wildfires rip through two statesWildfires in North and South Carolina have led to a state of emergency, with firefighters battling over 175 fires under challenging conditions.
Gusty winds and extreme fire weather return to Southern CaliforniaWindy and dry conditions elevate wildfire risk in Southern California amid ongoing battles against major blazes.
List: Bay Area fire departments sending help to battle Los Angeles firesCalifornia's Mutual Aid System fosters collaboration among various fire departments.Over 15,000 personnel are actively combating the fires in greater Los Angeles.
California lawmakers want to employ 3,000 firefighters year-round to tackle wildfiresCalifornia is proposing to hire seasonal firefighters year-round to tackle more severe wildfires caused by climate change.
Lives on the line: Low pay has US wildland firefighters quittingWildfires are worsening, highlighting the need for improved training and labor conditions for firefighters.
Opinion: L.A. was lucky with help fighting fires. But don't count on luckThe wildland firefighting system's reliance on mutual aid is unsustainable amid increasing wildfire frequency.
For first responders, trauma could linger long after L.A. County wildfires are outFirst responders face long-term mental health challenges stemming from traumatic experiences in emergency situations.Community support through organizations like 911 At Ease International helps address these mental health issues.
Mental Health, Fire Fighting, and Accidentally Becoming a Professional Mountain BikerRemy Matailler's podcast features an insightful discussion with Steve Vanderhoek about balancing firefighting, mountain biking, and mental health.
For first responders, trauma could linger long after L.A. County wildfires are outFirst responders face long-term mental health challenges stemming from traumatic experiences in emergency situations.Community support through organizations like 911 At Ease International helps address these mental health issues.
Mental Health, Fire Fighting, and Accidentally Becoming a Professional Mountain BikerRemy Matailler's podcast features an insightful discussion with Steve Vanderhoek about balancing firefighting, mountain biking, and mental health.
Drama Masks: Voices of incarcerated women take center stage at YBCA - 48 hillsIncarcerated women play a crucial, yet unrecognized role in firefighting amidst California's climate disasters, confronting systemic societal issues.
CA Law Allows Low Wages for Incarcerated Firefighters as "Involuntary Servitude"Incarcerated firefighters are crucial in battling California's wildfires but are paid less than $11 a day.
Drama Masks: Voices of incarcerated women take center stage at YBCA - 48 hillsIncarcerated women play a crucial, yet unrecognized role in firefighting amidst California's climate disasters, confronting systemic societal issues.
CA Law Allows Low Wages for Incarcerated Firefighters as "Involuntary Servitude"Incarcerated firefighters are crucial in battling California's wildfires but are paid less than $11 a day.
Treyarch Co-Founder Pleads Guilty To Crashing Drone Into Firefighting PlaneDrone interference during emergency operations can lead to serious consequences, including legal action and public danger.
Weather Service issues 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' for Southern CaliforniaSouthern California faces dangerous fire weather, urging residents to remain vigilant amid a "Particularly Dangerous Situation" warning.Firefighters made progress against fires due to lighter winds, but conditions could worsen again.
Bay Area firefighter shares tale of helping on LA FiresJustin Harrison exemplifies dedication in emergency response by volunteering to combat wildfires, reinforcing the commitment of firefighters to help communities in crisis.
Weather Service issues 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' for Southern CaliforniaSouthern California faces dangerous fire weather, urging residents to remain vigilant amid a "Particularly Dangerous Situation" warning.Firefighters made progress against fires due to lighter winds, but conditions could worsen again.
Bay Area firefighter shares tale of helping on LA FiresJustin Harrison exemplifies dedication in emergency response by volunteering to combat wildfires, reinforcing the commitment of firefighters to help communities in crisis.
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.
California disbanded state wildfire-fighting team last year. Would it have helped in LA?California disbanded Team Blaze, a key wildfire-fighting unit, undermining the state's ability to respond to increasing wildfire challenges.
Pay wildland firefighters a living wage - High Country NewsWildfires represent an inevitable element of nature that cannot be completely conquered, urging a reevaluation of fire management strategies.
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.
California disbanded state wildfire-fighting team last year. Would it have helped in LA?California disbanded Team Blaze, a key wildfire-fighting unit, undermining the state's ability to respond to increasing wildfire challenges.
Pay wildland firefighters a living wage - High Country NewsWildfires represent an inevitable element of nature that cannot be completely conquered, urging a reevaluation of fire management strategies.
Firefighters Battle With New Rapidly-Moving Fire North of Los AngelesThe Hughes Fire threatened over 50,000 residents, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as firefighters worked to gain control of the blaze.
Inside the dramatic air attack that saved Brentwood and Encino from the surging Palisades fireThe coordinated air and ground response greatly mitigated the fire's impact on urban areas.
Despite Quick Spread, Laguna Fire Is Largely Under ControlFirefighters contained the Laguna fire in Ventura County, preventing further damage and evacuations.
Firefighters Battle With New Rapidly-Moving Fire North of Los AngelesThe Hughes Fire threatened over 50,000 residents, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as firefighters worked to gain control of the blaze.
Inside the dramatic air attack that saved Brentwood and Encino from the surging Palisades fireThe coordinated air and ground response greatly mitigated the fire's impact on urban areas.
Despite Quick Spread, Laguna Fire Is Largely Under ControlFirefighters contained the Laguna fire in Ventura County, preventing further damage and evacuations.
3 Small Fires Break Out in San Diego Area, Forcing EvacuationsMultiple brush fires in San Diego prompted evacuations as dangerous fire conditions persisted, with the Lilac fire burning 50 acres and posing structural threats.
One construction crew's desperate fight to save the PalisadesChuck Hart and his crew became impromptu firefighters to protect their community from a massive blaze surrounding Pacific Palisades.
L.A. City Council seeks transparency on empty reservoir, dry fire hydrantsL.A. City Council demands accountability for water supply failures during the Palisades fire, highlighting the urgent need for improvements in emergency water infrastructure.
One construction crew's desperate fight to save the PalisadesChuck Hart and his crew became impromptu firefighters to protect their community from a massive blaze surrounding Pacific Palisades.
L.A. City Council seeks transparency on empty reservoir, dry fire hydrantsL.A. City Council demands accountability for water supply failures during the Palisades fire, highlighting the urgent need for improvements in emergency water infrastructure.
Were LA-bound firefighters held up in Sacramento? California, Oregon fire officials respondOnline claims about firefighters held for emissions testing in Sacramento are false, as confirmed by Oregon and California officials.
Mexican Firefighters Watch for Hot Spots From the Palisades FireInternational collaboration in firefighting is crucial in battling wildfires, as demonstrated by the Mexican team's efforts in Los Angeles.
California firefighter leaves note to Palisades Fire homeowner. 'Did all we could'Capt. Alec Flatos received praise for leaving a kind note while firefighting, showcasing the compassion of first responders.
Mexican Firefighters Watch for Hot Spots From the Palisades FireInternational collaboration in firefighting is crucial in battling wildfires, as demonstrated by the Mexican team's efforts in Los Angeles.
California firefighter leaves note to Palisades Fire homeowner. 'Did all we could'Capt. Alec Flatos received praise for leaving a kind note while firefighting, showcasing the compassion of first responders.