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News Articles: California fires

A firefighter carries a hose while battling the Glass Fire in a Calistoga, Calif., vineyard, Oct. 1

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  • National

Experts To Western States: Time To Finally Fight Wildfires With More Fire

Experts warn that Western states and the federal government need to radically increase the number and size of controlled burns to help reduce the ongoing risks of more catastrophic wildfire seasons.

October 27, 2020
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By:
  • Eric Westervelt
A firefighter battles the Glass Fire in Napa Valley, Calif., on Thursday.

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  • National

California Wildfires Near Tragic Milestone: 4 Million Acres Burned

The unprecedented fire season has already killed 30 people, and burned down thousands of buildings and homes, forcing over 96,000 residents to evacuate.

October 02, 2020
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By:
  • Marisa Peñaloza
Cal Fire Battalion Chief Craig Newell carries hose while battling the North Complex Fire in Plumas National Forest, Calif., on Monday.

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  • Environment

West Coast Fires: Climate, Forest Management, Lax Rules, Plenty Of Blame To Go Around

The alarming wildfires on the West Coast are again putting the spotlight on climate change. But it's not the only reason why we're seeing so much destruction and lives lost.

September 17, 2020
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  • Kirk Siegler
The Creek Fire burns in the Sierra National Forest on Sunday.

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  • Weather

Record Heat Wave Creates 'Kiln-Like' Conditions In California

One part of Los Angeles County hit 121 degrees this weekend, a county all-time record. Firefighters are battling many blazes, one of which was sparked by a pyrotechnic device at a gender reveal party.

September 07, 2020
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By:
  • Matthew S. Schwartz
Firefighters make a stand in the backyard of a home in front of the advancing C.Z.U. Lightning Complex fire on Friday. California is seeing some of the worst first in the state's history.

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  • National

'The Worst Is Not Behind Us': California Wildfires Continue To Burn

The state is seeing some of the worst wildfires in its history. At least six people have died and over 100,000 face evacuation orders as the fires show no sign of letting up.

August 23, 2020
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By:
  • Matthew S. Schwartz

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