Cal Fire tests autonomous drones to bolster wildfire operations in California
VIDEO/PHOTOS: As California’s fire season stretches nearly year-round, Cal Fire is testing a new tool that could help…
‘One fire line at a time’: Female inmates in Southern California train for wildfire season
VIDEO: At Puerta La Cruz Conservation Camp in Warner Springs, 33 incarcerated women form two hand crew teams…
Border 6 Fire in Southern California reaches 100% containment after burning 2,500+ acres
Fire crews have reached full containment on the Border 6 Fire, which burned thousands of acres near the…
Evacuation warnings lifted for Border 6 Fire in Southern California, smoke advisory still in effect
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday evening lifted all evacuation orders for the Border 6 Fire…
Cactus Fire near 5 Freeway in Southern California creates major traffic backup
VIDEO: Firefighters were able to quickly stop a brush fire burning near the 5 Freeway in Castaic, but…
California Governor requests $33 billion in federal aid for Los Angeles wildfire recovery
VIDEO: Ahead of California Governor Gavin Newsom’s visit to Washington, D.C. on Thursday, he requested more than $33…
Foresters, prescribed-fire experts swap knowledge at California training to reduce wildfire impacts
VIDEO: Fresh out of high school, Marcus Hampshire, a member of the United Auburn Indian Community, was invited…
California Firefighter Inspires Young Readers with ‘Sparky the Brave Wildland Firefighter’ Series
Santa Barbara–based firefighter Jorge Hurtado brings the world of wildland firefighting to life for kids with his Sparky…
Fuel break project in Northern California hopes to become a model for wildfire prone communities
After years in the making, the Osgood Fuel Break project started Yreka’s first reentry of prescribed burns on…
County in Southern California signs off on new night flying helicopter to fight wildfires
VIDEO: San Diego County is going to be able to fight wildfires at any time of day. “When…