Southern California wildfires force 80,000 to flee as utility company faces scrutiny
Two massive wildfires burning in Southern California drove more than 80,000 residents from their homes this week as firefighters continued to battle the flames fueled by gusty winds and low humidity.
Two massive wildfires burning in Southern California drove more than 80,000 residents from their homes this week as firefighters continued to battle the flames fueled by gusty winds and low humidity.
'This is the goal': Mountain lion burned in California wildfire released after month of treatment
A biologist with the Wildlife Disaster Network described the big cat's journey as the "ultimate success story".
A biologist with the Wildlife Disaster Network described the big cat's journey as the "ultimate success story".
Southern California wildfires: Wind-driven blazes force thousands to flee
Two out-of-control wildfires on Tuesday raged in Orange County, California as crews worked to contain the flames and thousands of people were forced to evacuate.
Two out-of-control wildfires on Tuesday raged in Orange County, California as crews worked to contain the flames and thousands of people were forced to evacuate.
Fast-moving wildfire forces evacuation of over 90,000 in Southern California
The Silverado Fire had burned at least 4,000 acres with zero containment Monday in Orange County, just south of Los Angeles.
The Silverado Fire had burned at least 4,000 acres with zero containment Monday in Orange County, just south of Los Angeles.
Red flag warnings remain in Colorado as wildfires continue to spread
Colorado firefighters continue to battle wildfires.
Colorado firefighters continue to battle wildfires.
VIDEO: San Francisco firefighters rescue person trapped on rocks in Presidio
Lt. John Baxter said on a Twitter video that crews had found the person in the water by the rocks at Battery Crosby.
Lt. John Baxter said on a Twitter video that crews had found the person in the water by the rocks at Battery Crosby.
Powerful earthquake near Alaska triggers tsunami warning
A powerful earthquake struck in the Pacific Ocean south of the Alaska Peninsula on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The 7.5-magnitude earthquake prompted the National Tsunami Center to issue a tsunami warning for south Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula.
A powerful earthquake struck in the Pacific Ocean south of the Alaska Peninsula on Monday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The 7.5-magnitude earthquake prompted the National Tsunami Center to issue a tsunami warning for south Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula.
Strong winds fan Cameron Peak wildfire, largest in Colorado's history
The largest wildfire in Colorado history grew overnight as high winds pushed the blaze through rural communities and the forecast predicts more “extreme fire behavior” on Saturday.
The largest wildfire in Colorado history grew overnight as high winds pushed the blaze through rural communities and the forecast predicts more “extreme fire behavior” on Saturday.
In an about-face, Trump approves CA's wildfire relief request
Denials of relief are rare and Newsom has previously praised the Trump administration for approving aid related to the fires and California’s struggles with the coronavirus pandemic.
Denials of relief are rare and Newsom has previously praised the Trump administration for approving aid related to the fires and California’s struggles with the coronavirus pandemic.
Wildfire smoke in US exposes millions to hazardous pollution
University of Washington researchers believe hundreds of people over the age of 65 have died in our state as a result of hazardous wildfire smoke.
University of Washington researchers believe hundreds of people over the age of 65 have died in our state as a result of hazardous wildfire smoke.
California farmworkers endure harsh conditions, wildfires and the coronavirus
California farmworkers are facing rising risks to their health as they deal with harsh conditions including extreme heat, smoky air and increased exposure to COVID-19.
California farmworkers are facing rising risks to their health as they deal with harsh conditions including extreme heat, smoky air and increased exposure to COVID-19.
Warming trend means California's lethal fire season not over
Several of the wildfires in the state were over 95% contained, but full containment likely won't be reached without rain.
Several of the wildfires in the state were over 95% contained, but full containment likely won't be reached without rain.
FOX 7 Discussion: Austin wildfire risk and prevention
Justice Jones, AFD wildfire mitigation manager, joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin on wildfire prevention efforts in Austin.
Justice Jones, AFD wildfire mitigation manager, joins Mike Warren on FOX 7 Austin on wildfire prevention efforts in Austin.
Guy Fieri feeds thousands of first-responders battling California wildfires
Food Network star Guy Fieri prepared an Italian-inspired feast for 2,774 firefighters in California.
Food Network star Guy Fieri prepared an Italian-inspired feast for 2,774 firefighters in California.
Home Depot store destroyed by Dallas tornado reopening soon
The Home Depot on Forest Lane has been closed since last October when it was hit by an EF-3 tornado and partially collapsed.
The Home Depot on Forest Lane has been closed since last October when it was hit by an EF-3 tornado and partially collapsed.
California milestone: 4 million acres burned in wildfires in 2020
California is poised to hit a fearsome milestone: 4 million acres burned this year by wildfires that have killed 31 people and incinerated hundreds of homes in what is already the worst fire season on record.
California is poised to hit a fearsome milestone: 4 million acres burned this year by wildfires that have killed 31 people and incinerated hundreds of homes in what is already the worst fire season on record.
Second wave of Texas firefighters head to California
Firefighters from Austin and central Texas started arriving in California last month.
Firefighters from Austin and central Texas started arriving in California last month.
Washington family loses home in wildfire, then all test positive for COVID-19
Many people have said 2020 has been one blow after another, and one local family knows that all too well. Soon after losing everything in the Babb Road Fire in eastern Washington, all seven family members tested positive for COVID-19. Now they’re trying to pick up the pieces, while also battling the virus.
Many people have said 2020 has been one blow after another, and one local family knows that all too well. Soon after losing everything in the Babb Road Fire in eastern Washington, all seven family members tested positive for COVID-19. Now they’re trying to pick up the pieces, while also battling the virus.
Austin-Travis County launches Ready Central Texas emergency preparedness app
The Ready Central Texas app provides resources and information for citizens across the Central Texas area to better prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies, as well as updates about COVID-19.
The Ready Central Texas app provides resources and information for citizens across the Central Texas area to better prepare for natural disasters and other emergencies, as well as updates about COVID-19.
Boy gives Baby Yoda to firefighters, the doll now serves as moral support on fire lines
A little green doll has served as a morale booster and has brought smiles and a feeling of comfort and connection to fire crews battling wildfires in Oregon and Colorado, and he just might be making plans for a visit to California soon.
A little green doll has served as a morale booster and has brought smiles and a feeling of comfort and connection to fire crews battling wildfires in Oregon and Colorado, and he just might be making plans for a visit to California soon.