Environment

Study: Climate Change Responsible For Surge In Wildfires

October 10, 2016 | Amy Quinton

A new study shows that forest fires have doubled in the West because of climate change.

Environment

Audio Tour Describes Biggest Wildfire In Sierra Nevada

June 27, 2016 | Amy Quinton

If you want to learn more about the largest wildfire ever in the Sierra Nevada, the 2013 Rim Fire, the Stanislaus National Forest is providing an audio tour for your drive.

Environment

62,000 Dead Trees Cleared Before Fire Season

May 2, 2016 | Bob Moffitt

State and federal agencies spent much of their fire-prevention efforts this winter clearing dead trees.

Environment

Scientists Say Mega-Fires Burning In California

September 15, 2015 | Amy Quinton

Scientists are calling some of the recent wildfires in California the year’s first mega-fires.

Firefighting Efforts Temporarily Halted By Drone

July 13, 2015

Authorities said a drone temporarily halted air tankers that were fighting a wildfire on the edge of the San Bernardino National Forest.

Environment

USDA: Forest Health Can Improve Water Supply

May 18, 2015 | Amy Quinton

A top USDA official recommends forest thinning and controlled burns to prevent catastrophic wildfires. He says those tools could also help provide water.

Environment

California Water At Risk From Abandoned Sierra Nevada Mines

December 8, 2014 | Ed Joyce

Pollution from abandoned mines in the Sierra Nevada could threaten California's primary water supply.

US Forest Service & Environmentalists Settle Lawsuit

October 23, 2014 | Amy Quinton

A legal battle between conservation groups and the US Forest Service over management of the Sierra Nevada national forests has come to an end. The groups have reached a settlement after nearly a decade.

Crews Battle Wildfire In The Mount Rose Wilderness Area Near Reno

May 19, 2014 | Ky Plaskon

UPDATE: The fire burning in the Mount Rose Wilderness Area near Reno has burned 760 acres, as of 5:25 p.m.

Tahoe Fire District Needs More Funding To Combat Serious Fire Season

March 19, 2014 | Ky Plaskon

The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District has reduced staff dedicated to wildfire prevention.