Fact-check: Did California Gov. Gavin Newsom cut $100 million in fire prevention?
Cal Fire’s total base wildfire protection budget has nearly tripled over the past 10 years, from $1.1 billion in 2014‑15 to ...
Wildfire conspiracy theories are going viral again. Why?
Misleading videos have fueled false claims that directed energy weapons, often referred to as DEWs, ignited the flames. The conspiracy theory suggests that governments or secret organizations use ...
The mental health toll of wildfires can last longer than people realize, experts say. Here's why.
Wildfires can take a long-term toll on mental health, and, if left untreated, people can suffer for even longer. Experts ...
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What sparks a wildfire? The answer often remains a mystery.
What’s shaping up to be one of the worst wildfire disasters in U.S. history had many causes. Before the blazes raged across ...
Fast Facts: Wildfire trends in the US
A warming climate and dry conditions have contributed to longer and more intense wildfire seasons in the US over the years. Track the trends here.
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LA wildfires: How can wildfire smoke affect your health?
Experts lay bare the health effects of breathing in wildfire smoke and the steps that can be taken to reduce one's risk.
New wildfire concerns in Los Angeles: Strong winds could return next week.
Firefighters are making progress, officials said, but residents must be ready for a return of powerful winds that could ...
Where are mandatory evacuation orders for California wildfires today? See maps
While areas of Los Angeles County are still under mandatory evacuation orders, Southern California gets a "much-needed" ...
The Palisades Wildfire Is Currently Bigger Than Manhattan, And More Stunning Facts That Show Just How Big The LA Wildfires Are
For more perspective, Central Park in NYC is only 843 acres. So, the wildfire is currently the equivalent of almost 24 ...
Gov. Newsom’s cynical fire ‘facts’ website
Los Angeles County officials have repeatedly warned the public to be wary of scammers who show up after a disaster and start ...
‘Cruel, costly, and ineffective’: Biden administration forced animals to inhale smoke to study impact of wildfires
The Biden administration funded a series of experiments in which small animals were harmed to improve the scientific ...
LA residents turn to apps like Watch Duty and social media to track wildfire information
People are turning to online resources and smartphone app communities such as Watch Duty or Ring's "Neighbors" forum for ...