California’s largest ongoing wildfire, the Plaskett Fire, expands to 26,000 acres in Big Sur.
A wildfire in Big Sur, known as the Plaskett Fire, has rapidly expanded to nearly 27,000 acres in just under a week, surpassing another significant fire nearby. Fire officials are cautioning that it may continue to spread further south. As of Monday night, the Plaskett Fire had burned 26,734 acres and was only 1% contained, […]
Hawk Fire in Nevada rapidly expands as it approaches Reno, consuming more than 15,000 acres
A rapidly advancing wildfire known as the Hawk Fire expanded nearly 50% in just a day, posing an increasing threat to Reno, Nevada. This led to the expansion of evacuation zones as flames moved closer to the city. By Sunday afternoon, the fire had consumed about 15,040 acres, having been detected just a day earlier, […]
Trump Administration Aims to Expand Millions of Acres of National Forest Land
US Forest Service Proposes Change to Roadless Rule On Tuesday, the U.S. Forest Service put forward a proposal to eliminate a 25-year-old rule designed to restrict development on 44 million acres, which is nearly one-third of the National Forest System. This announcement comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The USDA described the 2001 […]
Large Big Sur wildfire approaches 4,000 acres, putting tourist spots at risk
A rapidly spreading wildfire in Big Sur escalated to about 4,000 acres on Wednesday, with nearly 1,000 firefighters engaged in efforts to control the flames, which are threatening both homes and popular tourist spots. By Wednesday afternoon, the timber fire had consumed 3,774.6 acres and was only about 5% contained. The most pressing worry centered […]
Caltrans hands over 136 acres of Blues Beach to Pomo Indian tribes
California Coastal Land Transfer to Tribal Group A notable section of coastline in Mendocino County, California, is set to be transferred to a tribal organization following approval from a state commission supported by Governor Gavin Newsom. This transfer involves 136 acres of beaches and coastal bluffs, including Bruce Beach, located just south of Westport. Caltrans, […]
Colorado: Large Aspen Acres Fire approaches 90,000 acres
Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado Continues to Rage Firefighters are still battling the Aspen Acres Fire in southern Colorado, which has expanded to cover tens of thousands of acres. This wildfire was first reported on Monday, June 29, near the Aspen Acres Campground, about 16 miles northwest of Rye, Colorado. The information comes from an […]
Gavin Newsom transfers 136 acres of cherished California coastline to Indigenous tribes
California Coastline Returns to Native American Tribes A well-loved part of California’s rugged coastline is set to be handed back to Native American tribes. This comes after a state commission, backed by Gavin Newsom, agreed to transfer popular beaches in Mendocino County to three tribes. The land, totaling 136 acres, features stunning coastal bluffs located […]
Kathie Lee Gifford puts her Greenwich home on the market for $100 million across 3 acres.
Kathie Lee Gifford Lists Greenwich Home for $100 Million Kathie Lee Gifford has officially put her Greenwich residence up for sale at a price of $100 million. The home, represented by Leslie McElreath of Sotheby’s International Realty, boasts eight bedrooms, along with nine full and five partial bathrooms. Spanning 13,163 square feet, this property sits […]
Map: California wildfires spread over 22,000 acres with little control
A number of large wildfires are currently raging across California, from Santa Barbara County down to San Diego County, resulting in the burning of over 22,000 acres as firefighters face challenging conditions. The largest blaze, known as the Santa Rosa Island Fire in Santa Barbara County, has scorched nearly 17,000 acres and remains a serious […]
Southern California ‘Sandy Fire’ is 5% contained and has spread to 1,385 acres.
Sandy Fire Update in Simi Valley, California The Sandy Fire near Simi Valley, California, is currently reported to be 5% contained, covering approximately 1,385 acres as of early Tuesday morning. A state of emergency has been declared in Ventura County. “Firefighters are actively working towards full containment, and public safety personnel are coordinating efforts to […]