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Los Angeles
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County was contained after burning over 23,000 acres with extensive firefighting efforts.
California
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Breaking: Gas Fire reported in Shasta County on Feb. 28

A new wildfire named 'Gas' has ignited in Shasta County, California, with its containment status currently unclear.
California
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire burned over 23,000 acres and was completely contained by a dedicated firefighting team.
California
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire, which burned 23,706.6 acres, was contained by a team of 800 firefighters after six weeks of battling the blaze.
Los Angeles
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 19

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, with ongoing challenges in containment and undetermined cause.
Los Angeles
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

New US Hughes' wildfire rips through mountains north of Los Angeles

Firefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire in Castaic Lake, prompting urgent evacuation orders for local residents.
Los Angeles
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles County was contained after burning over 23,000 acres with extensive firefighting efforts.
California
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Breaking: Gas Fire reported in Shasta County on Feb. 28

A new wildfire named 'Gas' has ignited in Shasta County, California, with its containment status currently unclear.
California
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire burned over 23,000 acres and was completely contained by a dedicated firefighting team.
California
fromSacramento Bee
2 months ago

Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County

The Palisades Fire, which burned 23,706.6 acres, was contained by a team of 800 firefighters after six weeks of battling the blaze.
Los Angeles
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 19

A wildfire was reported in Los Angeles County, with ongoing challenges in containment and undetermined cause.
Los Angeles
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

New US Hughes' wildfire rips through mountains north of Los Angeles

Firefighters are battling a fast-moving wildfire in Castaic Lake, prompting urgent evacuation orders for local residents.
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California
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Americans evacuated as 175 wildfires rip through two states

Wildfires in North and South Carolina have led to a state of emergency, with firefighters battling over 175 fires under challenging conditions.
Upper West Side
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Last Hamptons wildfire believed to be fully contained, but hot-spot dangers linger

The Long Island wildfires have been contained, but vigilance against hot spots is still necessary to prevent reignition.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

At least 18 dead as unprecedented' wildfires rage across South Korea

South Korea is battling multiple active wildfires that have caused loss of life and significant destruction.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

CAL FIRE seasonal training academy begins early due to wet winter, increased fire fuels

CAL FIRE is starting seasonal firefighter training early to address increased fire risks from a wet winter.
California
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Americans evacuated as 175 wildfires rip through two states

Wildfires in North and South Carolina have led to a state of emergency, with firefighters battling over 175 fires under challenging conditions.
Upper West Side
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Last Hamptons wildfire believed to be fully contained, but hot-spot dangers linger

The Long Island wildfires have been contained, but vigilance against hot spots is still necessary to prevent reignition.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

At least 18 dead as unprecedented' wildfires rage across South Korea

South Korea is battling multiple active wildfires that have caused loss of life and significant destruction.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

CAL FIRE seasonal training academy begins early due to wet winter, increased fire fuels

CAL FIRE is starting seasonal firefighter training early to address increased fire risks from a wet winter.
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London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Family visit fire boat named after Blitz heroine

Gillian Tanner's bravery as a WWII firefighter honored by London fireboat named after her and a leadership training scheme.
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US news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

FEMA cancels classes at national fire training academy over Trump's federal funding cuts

The National Fire Academy has suspended classes due to funding cuts and staffing evaluations by the Trump administration.
NYC LGBT
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Storied Rescue Company 2 Marks 100 Years of Service

Rescue Company 2 of the FDNY has been a vital firefighting unit since 1925, specializing in civilian and firefighter rescues.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bay Area firefighter shares tale of helping on LA Fires

Justin Harrison exemplifies dedication in emergency response by volunteering to combat wildfires, reinforcing the commitment of firefighters to help communities in crisis.
US news
fromFast Company
1 month ago

FEMA cancels classes at national fire training academy over Trump's federal funding cuts

The National Fire Academy has suspended classes due to funding cuts and staffing evaluations by the Trump administration.
NYC LGBT
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Storied Rescue Company 2 Marks 100 Years of Service

Rescue Company 2 of the FDNY has been a vital firefighting unit since 1925, specializing in civilian and firefighter rescues.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bay Area firefighter shares tale of helping on LA Fires

Justin Harrison exemplifies dedication in emergency response by volunteering to combat wildfires, reinforcing the commitment of firefighters to help communities in crisis.
more#emergency-services
#emergency-response
NYC politics
fromwww.danspapers.com
1 month ago

Hamptons Brush Fires Spark State of Emergency, Water Drops

The 106th Rescue Wing is actively combating a significant brush fire in Westhampton, collaborating with multiple agencies for effective fire response.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Firefighters Battle With New Rapidly-Moving Fire North of Los Angeles

The Hughes Fire threatened over 50,000 residents, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as firefighters worked to gain control of the blaze.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

California disbanded state wildfire-fighting team last year. Would it have helped in LA?

California disbanded Team Blaze, a key wildfire-fighting unit, undermining the state's ability to respond to increasing wildfire challenges.
NYC politics
fromwww.danspapers.com
1 month ago

Hamptons Brush Fires Spark State of Emergency, Water Drops

The 106th Rescue Wing is actively combating a significant brush fire in Westhampton, collaborating with multiple agencies for effective fire response.
Los Angeles
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Firefighters Battle With New Rapidly-Moving Fire North of Los Angeles

The Hughes Fire threatened over 50,000 residents, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as firefighters worked to gain control of the blaze.
California
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago

California disbanded state wildfire-fighting team last year. Would it have helped in LA?

California disbanded Team Blaze, a key wildfire-fighting unit, undermining the state's ability to respond to increasing wildfire challenges.
more#emergency-response
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Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

'Brooklyn's Bravest': Rescue Company 2 marks 100 years of service * Brooklyn Paper

Rescue Company 2 celebrates a century of courageous firefighting and civilian rescue operations.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

First ever female FDNY Deputy Chief promoted at 'glass ceiling- shattering' ceremony

Michele Fitzsimmons made history as the first female FDNY Deputy Chief, representing a significant advancement for women in the fire service.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

'Brooklyn's Bravest': Rescue Company 2 marks 100 years of service * Brooklyn Paper

Rescue Company 2 celebrates a century of courageous firefighting and civilian rescue operations.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
New York City

First ever female FDNY Deputy Chief promoted at 'glass ceiling- shattering' ceremony

Michele Fitzsimmons made history as the first female FDNY Deputy Chief, representing a significant advancement for women in the fire service.
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Miscellaneous
from48 hills
2 months ago

Drama Masks: Voices of incarcerated women take center stage at YBCA - 48 hills

Incarcerated women play a crucial, yet unrecognized role in firefighting amidst California's climate disasters, confronting systemic societal issues.
Video games
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Treyarch Co-Founder Pleads Guilty To Crashing Drone Into Firefighting Plane

Drone interference during emergency operations can lead to serious consequences, including legal action and public danger.
fromHigh Country News
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pay wildland firefighters a living wage - High Country News

Wildfires represent an inevitable element of nature that cannot be completely conquered, urging a reevaluation of fire management strategies.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
US news

3 Small Fires Break Out in San Diego Area, Forcing Evacuations

Multiple brush fires in San Diego prompted evacuations as dangerous fire conditions persisted, with the Lilac fire burning 50 acres and posing structural threats.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

For first responders, trauma could linger long after L.A. County wildfires are out

First responders face long-term mental health challenges stemming from traumatic experiences in emergency situations.
Community support through organizations like 911 At Ease International helps address these mental health issues.
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