California allocates $369M for wildfire recovery to low-income housing, leaving out fire victims
California has directed close to $369 million in federal funding, originally aimed at aiding victims of its most catastrophic wildfire year, to low-income housing developers. This was done without imposing any obligation for these developers to provide housing for wildfire survivors, according to an investigation by the California Post. This substantial amount was granted while […]
Discover which 8 counties in Northern California PG&E might reduce power due to wildfire risks.
Residents across Northern California are facing potential power outages this weekend as PG&E considers shutting off electricity in areas susceptible to wildfires. This precaution comes as strong winds, extremely dry air, and parched vegetation create a serious fire risk. According to PG&E, Public Safety Power Shutoffs may occur on Saturday and Sunday in eight counties […]
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, […]
Wildlife officer passes away while helping victims of Oklahoma wildfire evacuate
A federal wildlife officer is thought to have lost his life while assisting in the evacuation of residents facing a wildfire in Oklahoma, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service over the weekend. Officials have identified the officer as David Taylor, 38, from Scio, Oregon. On Saturday, he was actively helping people escape from […]
Video: Fresh Wildfire in California Poses Danger to Famous Big Sur Coastline
Wildfire Threatens California’s Big Sur A significant wildfire is endangering Big Sur, a region noted for its stunning landscapes along the Pacific coast. Firefighters were actively engaged on Saturday evening, striving to combat the swiftly spreading Plaskett Fire, which escalated to over 8,200 acres by early Saturday night and posed a risk to nearby homes. […]
Destructive wildfire in Belgium heads to Germany as fires ignite in Greece and France: ‘Recovery will take decades’
SOURBROD, Belgium — A significant wildfire, one of the largest in Belgium’s history, raged out of control on Monday, despite some cooler temperatures and rain that had provided relief for firefighters working in a remote, hilly region. Meanwhile, in Greece, a fire ignited briefly near the main airport in the Athens area. This summer has […]
Wildfire in Sorrento Valley, San Diego leads to evacuations
A rapidly spreading wildfire ignited in the Penasquitos Creek area, located east of Interstate 15 in San Diego, just after 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. By late afternoon, it had expanded to 131 acres, with no containment efforts having been successful so far. Firefighters were engaged near Sorrento Valley Boulevard and Vista Sorrento Parkway, where flames […]
Gavin Newsom’s wildfire strategy encounters backlash over concerns that it will raise insurance costs throughout California.
Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent proposal could potentially relieve private utility companies from liability for wildfires that result from their equipment, a move that’s being met with support from fire survivor groups. However, a coalition consisting of insurance firms, local governments, fire survivors, lawyers, and consumer advocates has urged the state Legislature to reject the proposal. […]
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 […]
Oregon is on fire, and Portland residents are indifferent: it’s merely ‘wildfire season’ — accept it.
This week in Portland has been quite challenging due to wildfire smoke. It’s gotten to the point where going outside is actually prohibited. I can feel a tightness in my chest, and my eyes are starting to burn. This situation brought back memories of the 2020 Great Portland Smokeout, which followed some of the most […]