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California deploys firefighting resources in multiple northern counties ahead of increased fire risk
In anticipation of critical fire weather conditions forecast for parts of Northern California, Gov. Gavin Newsom has approved ...
Southern California Edison to launch fund for Eaton Fire victims
The utility expects the fund's payments to be reimbursed by California's public wildfire insurance program, which Gov. Gavin ...
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Aug. 1
A new wildfire was reported today at 7:36 a.m. in Los Angeles County, California. The wildfire has been burning on private land. Currently, there is no information on the containment of the fire and ...
California wildfire victims left wondering where $100M went following FireAid benefit concert
California wildfire victims question where the $100 million from the FireAid benefit concert went, as charity reveals funds ...
California ramps up firefighting arsenal with new helicopter fleet
California has completed a multiyear initiative to optimize its firefighting capacity, with the arrival of the final two of 16 specialty helicopters. The acquisition of those Sikorsky S-70i Firehawk ...
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California bets on iron-salt battery power to protect against wildfire
A battery made from cheap and non-flammable iron and salt could provide emergency power in one of California’s high wildfire ...
Breaking: Dale Fire reported in Fresno County on July 30
Initial location: Fresno County, Calif. A new wildfire was reported 10:39 p.m. July 30 in Fresno County, California. Dale ...
California Moves Against State's Insurer of Last Resort Over Smoke Policies
California regulators are going after the FAIR Plan over systematic denials of smoke damage claims, which critics say is overdue.