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Uber, Lyft offering free rides to evacuees impacted by Los Angeles wildfires

Uber, Lyft offering free rides to evacuees impacted by Los Angeles wildfires

Uber and Lyft announced they are offering free rides for evacuees in an effort to help those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Southern California.

January 8, 2025 8:15pm CST
How many fires have burned in California in 2025?

How many fires have burned in California in 2025?

CAL FIRE said in December that lower temperatures combined with lower precipitation will heighten fire risk, particularly in Southern California, through February.

January 8, 2025 4:12pm CST
Trump blames Newsom for 'apocalyptic' California wildfires

Trump blames Newsom for 'apocalyptic' California wildfires

President-elect Donald Trump blamed California Gov. Gavin Newsom for the "apocalyptic" wildfires raging in Los Angeles County.

January 8, 2025 2:40pm CST
Here's what the federal government is sending to the California fires

Here's what the federal government is sending to the California fires

The fires were at 0% containment as of midday Wednesday, with at least two people dead and hundreds of structures burned.

January 8, 2025 2:20pm CST
Airbnb offering temporary housing to people impacted by Los Angeles wildfires

Airbnb offering temporary housing to people impacted by Los Angeles wildfires

Airbnb.org is offering free temporary housing for residents displaced by the ongoing wildfires in Southern California, partnering with 211 LA to assist those in need.

January 8, 2025 2:12pm CST
California wildfires: Plane passenger films aerial view of Palisades Fire

California wildfires: Plane passenger films aerial view of Palisades Fire

A plane passenger captured video of the massive Palisades fire as they were landing at Los Angeles International Airport Tuesday evening. 

January 8, 2025 1:41pm CST
How to make a DIY air filter with a box fan

How to make a DIY air filter with a box fan

Homemade air filters can be a cheap and effective way to protect your home from the harmful effects of wildfire smoke.

January 8, 2025 10:22am CST
How to stop wildfire smoke from getting into your home and car

How to stop wildfire smoke from getting into your home and car

Raging winter wildfires in Los Angeles are a grim reminder of how quickly wildfire smoke can creep into your neighborhood – and your home and car.

January 8, 2025 9:17am CST
Palisades Fire forces evacuations, destroys homes in Los Angeles

Palisades Fire forces evacuations, destroys homes in Los Angeles

A large brush fire broke out in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Pacific Palisades on Tuesday.

January 7, 2025 9:06pm CST
Palisades fire: Newsom declares state of emergency, thousands evacuated

Palisades fire: Newsom declares state of emergency, thousands evacuated

Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as the Pacific Palisades fire rages, burning over 1,260 acres and prompting mass evacuations in Southern California amid life-threatening wind conditions.

January 7, 2025 8:12pm CST
Getty Villa Museum threatened by Palisades fire

Getty Villa Museum threatened by Palisades fire

The Palisades fire has prompted evacuations, threatened homes and has caused major traffic disruptions with road closures.

January 7, 2025 7:47pm CST
Palisades fire chaos: Abandoned cars and traffic gridlock caught on video

Palisades fire chaos: Abandoned cars and traffic gridlock caught on video

As the Pacific Palisades fire rages on, a striking video shows abandoned cars and gridlocked streets resembling a scene from an apocalypse movie. The footage underscores the chaos caused by evacuations and heavy traffic.

January 7, 2025 6:01pm CST
Dick Van Dyke evacuated in Malibu fire, days before 99th birthday

Dick Van Dyke evacuated in Malibu fire, days before 99th birthday

Dick Van Dyke was ordered to evacuate his home in Malibu amid a wildfire just days ahead of his 99th birthday.

December 11, 2024 8:34am CST
Wildfires latest: NYS Parks employee killed, air quality alerts remain in effect

Wildfires latest: NYS Parks employee killed, air quality alerts remain in effect

A New York State parks employee died Saturday while battling a wildfire in Orange County, one of several blazes in the New York metro area to break out recently amid drought conditions.

November 11, 2024 10:19am CST
Northeast under most significant October wildfire threat in years

Northeast under most significant October wildfire threat in years

Fire Weather Warnings now cover 35 million people across all of Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, the New York City metro area and Long Island through Saturday evening.

October 26, 2024 10:59am CDT
Colorado brush fire caused by electrocuted birds falling to the ground

Colorado brush fire caused by electrocuted birds falling to the ground

More than 40 firefighters responded to the fire, which started when a group of birds were electrocuted by power equipment, caught fire and then fell to the ground.

August 28, 2024 9:12am CDT
Smokey Bear turns 80: Here's how the fictional face of fire prevention was born

Smokey Bear turns 80: Here's how the fictional face of fire prevention was born

Smokey Bear, the fictional face of forest fire prevention, is celebrating 80 years. It's the longest running and most successful advertising campaign in American history.

August 9, 2024 8:32am CDT
Symbol of resilience: Lahaina's historic banyan tree thrives a year after deadly wildfire

Symbol of resilience: Lahaina's historic banyan tree thrives a year after deadly wildfire

In Maui's town of Lahaina, hope is emerging as the community recovers from last year's devastating wildfire. The 151-year-old banyan tree on Front Street, heavily scorched by the flames, is now showing signs of revival.

August 7, 2024 11:10am CDT
Michael Jackson’s former Neverland Ranch threatened by growing wildfire outside of Santa Barbara

Michael Jackson’s former Neverland Ranch threatened by growing wildfire outside of Santa Barbara

Michael Jackson bought the 2,600-acre property in 1987 and owned it until his death in 2009. The property is now known as the Sycamore Valley Ranch.

July 8, 2024 8:45am CDT
Texas wildfires: Utility provider says facilities appeared to have role in igniting fire

Texas wildfires: Utility provider says facilities appeared to have role in igniting fire

Utility provider Xcel Energy said Thursday that its facilities appeared to have played a part in igniting a massive wildfire in the Texas Panhandle that grew into the largest in state history.

March 7, 2024 9:41am CST
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