Wildfires

California Is Battling Several Wildfires

Authorities have reported at least one fatality.<p>Around 10 large wildfires are burning in California, destroying thousands of acres and dozens of …

New wildfires sweep through California, burning homes

GOLETA, Calif. — Firefighters battling wildfires throughout the U.S. West that have torched hundreds of homes hoped for some help from the weather …

A state of emergency has been declared in Santa Barbara, California due to wildfires

The fire has destroyed at least 20 structures and about 2,500 people have been ordered to evacuate.

Elephant Hill Fire Chars Forest in British Columbia

A wildfire that has burned since July has charred a large swath of forest near Kamloops.<p>Instrument:Landsat 8 — OLI<p>Wildfires in British Columbia<p>Hot, …

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New wildfires hit California, burning homes

What Is Aphelion? The Earth Is As Far Away From The Sun As It Can Get, But That Has Nothing To Do With This Heat Wave

Unfortunately for us, it doesn't matter how far from the sun we get: The Earth is still going to be hot as heck. On July 6, Earth was at aphelion, …

Fires rage in California amid record heat, thousands without power

Record-shattering heat in California is sparking fires across the southern part of the state, the L.A. Times reports, causing hundreds to evacuate. …

Heat and high winds stoke wildfires in California, other Western states

WESTERN STATES<p>Heat and high winds stoke wildfires<p>Firefighters toiled in stifling heat Saturday on the lines of destructive wildfires across the U.S. West, making progress against some blazes while struggling to tame others that have forced evacuations of hundreds of homes.<p>In Southern California, …

Editorial: Don’t let utilities off the hook for California wildfires

The summer has hardly begun, and months after a horrific fire season California is experiencing scalding temperatures and wildfire destruction at …

Wildfire prompts mandatory evacuations in Burbank

A wildfire that broke out above Wildwood Canyon in Burbank prompted mandatory evacuations Saturday afternoon, July 7.<p>The fire apparently started …

The best ways to treat bug bites, sunburns and heat strokes

Health Tips<p>How long is a nap? The internet can’t decide!<p>01:33<p>Coffee may help you live longer, according to new study<p>02:12<p>Overcoming the odds: How celebrity trainer Ben Bruno went from crippling pain to success<p>05:08<p>Confused on how to eat better? TODAY breaks down popular diet plans<p>03:38<p>The best …

Multiple Wildfires; Fire Captain Mourned: Top CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.<p>CALIFORNIA – It was another busy news week across California. …

Brush fire prompts evacuations for Forest Falls area

A brush fire burning in the hillsides of the San Bernardino National Forest prompted the evacuations of Forest Falls and nearby trails Friday …

Hwy 285 Reopened Near Weston Pass Fire

<b>TELLER COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) –</b> The Weston Pass Fire is now 32 percent contained, and has grown to more than 13,000 acres in Teller County.<p>Firefighters …

Excessive Heat, Raging Wildfires Leave Thousands of San Diegans in the Dark

Share This Article:<p>Fires burning across San Diego County, along with a record-breaking heat wave, caused power outages across the region …

Southern California Experiences Record-Breaking Heat Wave, Wildfires

Friday's temperatures break 26-year-old records.<p>Residents across Southern California have been evacuated as record-breaking heat spark wildfires …

'Extreme Fire Danger' As Crews Battle Camp Pendleton Fires

Two brush fires sparked at the Marine base Friday, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of homes.<p>CAMP PENDLETON, CA -- Camp Pendleton remained under …

‘Don’t burn the place down warning’ after Carrick dams fires

Police have issued a warning over reports of youths lighting fires in the vicinity of dams in Carrickfergus.<p>Responding to yesterday’s incidents, PSNI …

Sonoma County Homeless Population Up Due to North Bay Fires

The homeless population in Sonoma County has gone up for the first time since 2011, and last year's North Bay fires are partially to blame, according …

Defence Forces and Air Corps called in to help battle fires in Slieve Bloom Mountains

Members of the Defence Forces and Air Corps assisted local fire services in fighting a large fire in the Slieve Bloom Mountains today.<p>This is the …

Communities still recovering one year after worst fire season on record in B.C.

CACHE CREEK — Communities are still recovering from British Columbia’s worst wildfire season on record, one year after a fateful two-day period in …

Peach Truck founders bringing taste of Georgia across state lines

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Miramar Wildfire Holds At 100 Acres Overnight

The blaze erupted for unknown reasons about 3 p.m. Friday.<p>SAN DIEGO, CA -- A wildfire that blackened swaths of hilly open terrain in the northeastern …

Here's a map today's San Diego County wildfires

This map from the county Office of Emergency Services is being regularly updated with evacuation areas and fire</b> …

Truck Fire Spreads to Brush Near 15 Freeway in Cajon Pass

A brush fire that broke out next to the 15 Freeway in the Cajon Pass grew to 100 acres Friday morning and forced lane closures on the route between …

A Look At The Worst Wildfires In Colorado History

<b>(CBS4)</b> – The following are details on some of the worst wildfires in Colorado’s recorded history.<b>2018</b><b>Spring Fire:</b> Fire currently burning near La …

AP PHOTOS: A selection of pictures from the past week

Here's your look at highlights from the weekly AP photo report, a gallery featuring a mix of front-page photography, the odd image you might have …

Record-Breaking Heat in California Led to Home-Destroying Wildfires

Record-setting heat plagued much of southern California Friday, with temperatures touching as high as 117 degrees during the day. The unseasonably …

Wildfires rage in California as blazes continue to spread

Scorching triple-digit heat and tinder-dry brush fueled multiple wildfires near San Diego on Friday – including blazes that creeping dangerously …