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Franklin Fire Burns in Malibu as Residents Are Forced to Evacuate

A fast-spreading wildfire in Malibu forced evacuations across more than 2,200 acres, posing significant threats to residents and iconic locations.

Total Nightmare' as Wildfire Burns Through Southern California Homes

The Mountain fire near Los Angeles has rapidly escalated, forcing evacuations and damaging numerous homes due to strong winds and dry conditions.

Breaking: Cienega Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 25

A new wildfire named Cienega has started in Los Angeles County, with containment details and cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 11

A wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with containment and cause still unknown.

Wind-driven wildfire rages in California with scores of homes charred

The Mountain fire has devastated Ventura County with significant destruction, prompting emergency evacuations and intensive firefighting efforts.

Air quality warnings in New York and New Jersey as parks worker dies fighting fire

A New York parks employee died in a wildfire incident, highlighting the dangers faced by firefighters in dry conditions.

Franklin Fire Burns in Malibu as Residents Are Forced to Evacuate

A fast-spreading wildfire in Malibu forced evacuations across more than 2,200 acres, posing significant threats to residents and iconic locations.

Total Nightmare' as Wildfire Burns Through Southern California Homes

The Mountain fire near Los Angeles has rapidly escalated, forcing evacuations and damaging numerous homes due to strong winds and dry conditions.

Breaking: Cienega Fire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 25

A new wildfire named Cienega has started in Los Angeles County, with containment details and cause still undetermined.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Dec. 11

A wildfire in Los Angeles County has been reported, with containment and cause still unknown.

Wind-driven wildfire rages in California with scores of homes charred

The Mountain fire has devastated Ventura County with significant destruction, prompting emergency evacuations and intensive firefighting efforts.

Air quality warnings in New York and New Jersey as parks worker dies fighting fire

A New York parks employee died in a wildfire incident, highlighting the dangers faced by firefighters in dry conditions.
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Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly

Calming winds aided firefighting efforts against the Mountain fire, which extensively damaged Southern California and led to mass evacuations.

Wind gusts could reach 100 mph in some spots as SoCal faces another day of dangerous fire weather

Southern California is experiencing extreme fire weather conditions, creating significant challenges for firefighters and resulting in widespread evacuations and loss of homes.

Oregon Legislature approves $218 million in additional wildfire funding in emergency session

Local businesses play a crucial role in emergency response during wildfires.

South Bay fires damage houses in San Jose, Mountain View

Firefighters effectively managed multiple residential fires in the South Bay, ensuring residents' safety amidst ongoing investigations into the cause of the incidents.

County Fire unveils larger station in Santa Cruz Mountains

The newly opened Redwood Fire Station significantly enhances fire response capabilities in the Santa Cruz Mountains with its larger, more advanced facilities.

Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly

Calming winds aided firefighting efforts against the Mountain fire, which extensively damaged Southern California and led to mass evacuations.

Wind gusts could reach 100 mph in some spots as SoCal faces another day of dangerous fire weather

Southern California is experiencing extreme fire weather conditions, creating significant challenges for firefighters and resulting in widespread evacuations and loss of homes.

Oregon Legislature approves $218 million in additional wildfire funding in emergency session

Local businesses play a crucial role in emergency response during wildfires.

South Bay fires damage houses in San Jose, Mountain View

Firefighters effectively managed multiple residential fires in the South Bay, ensuring residents' safety amidst ongoing investigations into the cause of the incidents.

County Fire unveils larger station in Santa Cruz Mountains

The newly opened Redwood Fire Station significantly enhances fire response capabilities in the Santa Cruz Mountains with its larger, more advanced facilities.
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Son who lost FDNY firefighter dad in 'Black Sunday' blaze becomes smoke-eater himself: 'Trying to make him proud'

Dennis Meyran became a firefighter to honor his father's heroic legacy and follow in his father's footsteps after losing him to a blaze in 2005.

FDNY battles 2 fires in Brooklyn hours apart amid windy conditions

Windy conditions hinder firefighting efforts, contributing to challenges faced by the FDNY during two separate fires in Brooklyn.

Son who lost FDNY firefighter dad in 'Black Sunday' blaze becomes smoke-eater himself: 'Trying to make him proud'

Dennis Meyran became a firefighter to honor his father's heroic legacy and follow in his father's footsteps after losing him to a blaze in 2005.

FDNY battles 2 fires in Brooklyn hours apart amid windy conditions

Windy conditions hinder firefighting efforts, contributing to challenges faced by the FDNY during two separate fires in Brooklyn.
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Winds bring blazing Plymouth fire near homes

Massachusetts is experiencing unprecedented wildfires, influenced by weather and drought, with firefighters successfully containing a recent structure fire in Plymouth.

Firefighters battling 2-alarm blaze at house in Orinda

A two-alarm fire caused significant damage to a house in Orinda, prompting extensive firefighting efforts.

Winds bring blazing Plymouth fire near homes

Massachusetts is experiencing unprecedented wildfires, influenced by weather and drought, with firefighters successfully containing a recent structure fire in Plymouth.

Firefighters battling 2-alarm blaze at house in Orinda

A two-alarm fire caused significant damage to a house in Orinda, prompting extensive firefighting efforts.
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Immediate fire threat moves to NSW as Victoria continues to battle Grampians blaze

Christmas week bushfires pose an intense threat across several states, with firefighting efforts underway in extreme weather conditions.

'Fire Escape': One Woman's Journey Fighting Fires From Behind Bars | KQED

Amika Mota turned her prison experience into an opportunity for growth by becoming a firefighter.
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New York and New Jersey battle wildfires as historically dry conditions hit both U.S. coasts

Wildfires are causing destruction and fatalities on both coasts of the U.S., emphasizing the dangers faced by firefighting personnel.

Brush Fires in Southern California Prompt Evacuations and Power Outages

Two significant brush fires in Southern California prompted evacuations, injuries, and power outages amidst challenging weather conditions.

Firefighters Begin Containing the Malibu Fire That Destroyed Several Homes

Firefighters are slowly containing the Franklin fire in Malibu, which has burned nearly 4,000 acres and forced thousands to evacuate.

Wildfires burn across drought-hit U.S. Northeast

Northeastern U.S. firefighters are battling wildfires in an exceptionally dry fall, leading to severe air quality impacts.

New York and New Jersey battle wildfires as historically dry conditions hit both U.S. coasts

Wildfires are causing destruction and fatalities on both coasts of the U.S., emphasizing the dangers faced by firefighting personnel.

Brush Fires in Southern California Prompt Evacuations and Power Outages

Two significant brush fires in Southern California prompted evacuations, injuries, and power outages amidst challenging weather conditions.

Firefighters Begin Containing the Malibu Fire That Destroyed Several Homes

Firefighters are slowly containing the Franklin fire in Malibu, which has burned nearly 4,000 acres and forced thousands to evacuate.

Wildfires burn across drought-hit U.S. Northeast

Northeastern U.S. firefighters are battling wildfires in an exceptionally dry fall, leading to severe air quality impacts.
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The reopening of Notre Dame through the eyes of people who saved it

The restoration of Notre Dame is a meticulous and emotionally charged effort involving over 2,000 skilled artisans dedicated to preserving its historical integrity.

Long Island firefighter charged with setting brush fires during driest period in NY for 160 years

A volunteer firefighter in Long Island was arrested for allegedly starting brush fires in Medford.

Israel claims to have intercepted projectile from Yemen as firefighters battle blazes Middle East crisis live

Israeli firefighters extinguished fires resulting from debris of an intercepted missile from Yemen, highlighting regional tensions and military responses.

Slower winds aid firefighters battling destructive blaze in Southern California

Firefighters made progress against the Mountain Fire, achieving 21% containment amid favorable weather conditions as evacuation orders were downgraded.
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