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California Wildfires: Latest Updates

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Megalia Calif. based CalFire firefighter, Itto Akiyama, rests briefly after 48 hours of work at the Bear Fire near Oroville, Calif. Wednesday., Sept 9. 2020.

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State Government

Newsom hailed this 'critical' wildfire-prevention program. Two years on, it hasn't completed a single project

April 12, 2022 | Scott Rodd

In late 2019, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a new program to dramatically speed up the state’s wildfire prevention work. But an investigation from CapRadio and The California Newsroom found the program hasn’t resulted in a single completed project.

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Environment

Earliest spring red flag warning issued for Sacramento Valley this weekend

April 8, 2022 | Mike Hagerty

Unusually high temperatures, an extremely dry start to the year and strong winds will lead to high fire danger this weekend and the first red flag warning in April for the region. The warning runs from 5 a.m. Saturday through 5 p.m. Sunday.

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Environment

Indigenous activists protest plans to log redwoods in a Northern California forest

April 1, 2022 | Manola Secaira

Protesters have called for more protections for redwoods in Jackson Demonstration State Forest, a site that’s located within the bounds of ancestral Pomo lands.

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State Government

Audit: California utilities aren’t doing enough to reduce wildfire threats

March 24, 2022

Regulators approved “seriously deficient” fire prevention plans, including from PG&E, which sparked California’s deadliest wildfire, state auditor says.

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Environment

In the face of natural disasters, amateur radio groups fill communications void in rural California

March 10, 2022 | Scott Rodd

As California spends big on high-tech disaster solutions, rural communities are embracing the century-old technology of two-way radios as a failsafe.

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Environment

River Fire human caused, Cal Fire officials say

March 7, 2022 | Chris Hagan

The River Fire destroyed 142 buildings and burned 2,619 acres in Placer and Nevada counties in August of 2022. While Cal Fire says the fire was human caused, there's no evidence of "malicious intent or criminal activity."

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Environment

A wildfire near California's Big Sur forces residents to evacuate

January 22, 2022

Those living in the Big Sur area were told to evacuate from their homes due to a wildfire that began late Friday, officials said. A wind advisory had been issued in the Bay Area.

Andrew Nixon / CapRadio

Interview: Butte County District Attorney on prosecuting PG&E for another wildfire

January 9, 2022 | Tiffany Lew | Mike Hagerty

Michael Ramsey prosecuted PG&E for the 2018 Camp Fire and will again now with the Dixie Fire. Cal Fire determined last week the utility was responsible for the 2021 fire, the second-largest in recorded California history.

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PG&E could be the first utility to access California’s wildfire liability fund after starting Dixie Fire

January 6, 2022 | Scott Rodd

California established the $21 billion liability fund in 2019 to help utilities cover the cost of major wildfires started by their equipment.

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Environment

Massive Dixie Fire started by PG&E equipment, Cal Fire investigators conclude

January 4, 2022 | Scott Rodd

The Dixie Fire grew to be the second-largest fire in state history, burning over 960,000 acres and destroying over 1,300 structures. It's the latest in a string of devastating wildfires allegedly caused by the utility's equipment.

 

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California Wildfire History Map

As the climate changes and forest fuel loads aren’t properly managed, California’s wildfire season is changing. See how it has shifted over time in this interactive map.

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Here’s What You Can Do To Prepare Yourself For A Wildfire

Wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense each year in California. Here are some steps you can take to prepare yourself and your property for a fire.

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What to know about air quality during wildfire season

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Tracking Wildfires: Where To Find Information During California Fire Season

When a wildfire starts, it’s important to know where to turn for accurate information. We’ve assembled a list of the places you can find official updates on everything from fire size and location, to evacuation orders and road closures.

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Wildfires In California Will ‘Continue To Get Worse,’ Climate Change Experts Explore Why

Millions of acres have burned so far in California this summer, and if the blazes keep up in future years, it could cost the state more than COVID-19. What will it take to stop megafires from happening?

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