Governor Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency for California forests. What it meansGov. Newsom proposed a $2 billion investment for wildfire preparedness and declared a state of emergency to expedite fire prevention projects.
California Democrats plan to tap new climate bond for LA wildfire recoveryCalifornia Democrats plan to use $1.5 billion in bonds for wildfire preparedness, responding to ongoing wildfire devastation in Los Angeles.
Governor Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency for California forests. What it meansGov. Newsom proposed a $2 billion investment for wildfire preparedness and declared a state of emergency to expedite fire prevention projects.
California Democrats plan to tap new climate bond for LA wildfire recoveryCalifornia Democrats plan to use $1.5 billion in bonds for wildfire preparedness, responding to ongoing wildfire devastation in Los Angeles.
Berkeley's fire weather, disaster preparedness classes start ThursdayBerkeley offers free classes for wildfire preparedness and emergency planning, emphasizing the need for a fire weather plan and go bag essentials.
Western States Scramble to Prepare for Wildfire Season amid Trump CutsCuts to the Forest Service may leave Western states unprepared for the upcoming wildfire season.
CA Tax Loophole Benefits Oil and Gas Companies, Undermines Firefighting RevenueFossil fuel companies exploit a tax loophole costing California $146 million annually, weakening wildfire preparedness funding.
Western States Scramble to Prepare for Wildfire Season amid Trump CutsCuts to the Forest Service may leave Western states unprepared for the upcoming wildfire season.
CA Tax Loophole Benefits Oil and Gas Companies, Undermines Firefighting RevenueFossil fuel companies exploit a tax loophole costing California $146 million annually, weakening wildfire preparedness funding.
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.
Moral imperative': Berkeley asks hills residents to make big changes before next big wildfireBerkeley is taking proactive steps to prepare for future wildfires through policy changes and community engagement.
L.A. officials say they are better prepared for dangerous winds.Los Angeles officials are prepared for extreme fire danger amid powerful winds and drought conditions.
17 Fire Safety Items You Should Always Have In The HouseEmergency preparedness enhances safety during catastrophes like home fires and wildfires.Creating an escape plan and having working smoke alarms are crucial for home fire safety.
Severe wind and fire: Tips to prepare your propertyHome hardening is crucial for wildfire preparedness in California, especially during high wind events.
Why are lone homes left standing after California wildfires? It's not entirely luckLuck influences fire damage, but strategic design and materials can significantly reduce vulnerability to wildfires.
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.
Moral imperative': Berkeley asks hills residents to make big changes before next big wildfireBerkeley is taking proactive steps to prepare for future wildfires through policy changes and community engagement.
L.A. officials say they are better prepared for dangerous winds.Los Angeles officials are prepared for extreme fire danger amid powerful winds and drought conditions.
17 Fire Safety Items You Should Always Have In The HouseEmergency preparedness enhances safety during catastrophes like home fires and wildfires.Creating an escape plan and having working smoke alarms are crucial for home fire safety.
Severe wind and fire: Tips to prepare your propertyHome hardening is crucial for wildfire preparedness in California, especially during high wind events.
Why are lone homes left standing after California wildfires? It's not entirely luckLuck influences fire damage, but strategic design and materials can significantly reduce vulnerability to wildfires.
Los Gatos council OKs $1 million for emergency management in wake of LA firesLos Gatos allocates $1 million for emergency management amid recent California wildfires, including funding for a new emergency manager position.
Amid dangerous winds in 2011, LAFD engines stood ready. That didn't happen this timeThe LAFD's lack of preparation for the January Palisades fire reflects a serious underestimation of wind threat despite warnings.
Los Gatos council OKs $1 million for emergency management in wake of LA firesLos Gatos allocates $1 million for emergency management amid recent California wildfires, including funding for a new emergency manager position.
Amid dangerous winds in 2011, LAFD engines stood ready. That didn't happen this timeThe LAFD's lack of preparation for the January Palisades fire reflects a serious underestimation of wind threat despite warnings.
US emergency crews struggle as climate crisis fuels unprecedented' competing disastersThe overlapping disasters in the US highlight the urgent need for increased funding for disaster response amid the climate crisis.
How one Bay Area community prepares elderly its residents for deadly wildfireOlder adults are at heightened risk during wildfires, leading to significant fatalities in past disasters.Community meetings are essential for educating vulnerable populations about wildfire preparedness.
US emergency crews struggle as climate crisis fuels unprecedented' competing disastersThe overlapping disasters in the US highlight the urgent need for increased funding for disaster response amid the climate crisis.
How one Bay Area community prepares elderly its residents for deadly wildfireOlder adults are at heightened risk during wildfires, leading to significant fatalities in past disasters.Community meetings are essential for educating vulnerable populations about wildfire preparedness.
Cal Fire moves resources to Southern California as agencies brace for extreme windsSouthern California is anticipating severe winds and potential fire hazards, prompting significant emergency preparations.
CA wildfires: Here's what to pack in your 'go bag' in case of an emergencyBeing prepared for wildfires is crucial in California, as they can happen anytime, not just during traditional fire seasons.
Cal Fire moves resources to Southern California as agencies brace for extreme windsSouthern California is anticipating severe winds and potential fire hazards, prompting significant emergency preparations.
CA wildfires: Here's what to pack in your 'go bag' in case of an emergencyBeing prepared for wildfires is crucial in California, as they can happen anytime, not just during traditional fire seasons.
Power shut off for thousands of Bay Area customers during red flag warning weatherPG&E shut off power to over 16,000 customers to prevent wildfires amid severe red flag warnings in the Bay Area.
5 Ways Hawaii Is Trying to Prevent the Next Deadly FireDespite progress post-wildfire, Hawaii remains vulnerable due to lingering preparedness gaps, including financial concerns.
AFD narrows its wildfire preparedness focus on Eastern Crescent - Austin MonitorAustin leads in Firewise communities in the stateCommunity wildfire plans in progress, focusing on prevention and response measures
Dry lightning prompts CA fire concerns as crews train coordinated response plansDry lightning caused over a thousand fires in California, highlighting the importance of preparedness and coordination among fire departments.
Former Stanford coach nearly loses home to fire, teams up with South Bay officials to warn othersIt is crucial to create defensible space around homes by cutting grass, removing dead shrubs, and reducing fuel to prevent fires.