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Lightning-sparked wildfires devastate historic California Gold Rush town

Nearly two dozen blazes, ignited by a lightning storm on Tuesday, have burned more than 13,000 acres of grass

The Independent UK

Homes destroyed as quick-moving wildfire burns through historic California Gold Rush town

The blaze, known as the 6-5 Fire, was caused by lightning, according to CalFire

The Independent UK

Wildfire explodes in California wine country as heatwave scorches US west

Multiple fires have ignited this week with searing heat expected to last days and extend to Pacific north-west

The Guardian - US

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Flawed emergency alert systems lagged when residents needed them most during Los Angeles wildfires

When disaster strikes, government emergency alert systems offer a simple promise: Residents will get information about nearby dangers and instructions to help them stay safe

The Independent UK

California is years behind in implementing a law to make homes more fire resistant

California is years behind in implementing a 2020 law aiming to make it harder for homes to burn during a wildfire

The Independent UK

Will The 2025 Grammy Awards Be Postponed Due To The LA Fires? Here’s What We Know So Far

Plans for a benefit concert, with proceeds going towards those who've been affected by the fires, are reportedly being discussed.

Pedestrian.tv

Multiple Wildfires In Los Angeles County Show Progress And Challenges

Updates on Los Angeles County wildfires containment progress and strategic firefighting efforts. Stay informed and stay safe during ongoing operations.

Top News

California wildfires map: Los Angeles areas affected as Pacific Palisades blaze covers 3,000 acres

Shelters have been set up as four fires remain ongoing with zero per cent containment

Evening Standard

Firefighters continue battling massive wildfire in California ahead of thunderstorms, lightning

Firefighters made progress Saturday against California’s largest wildfire of the year ahead of expected thunderstorms

The Independent UK

Thousands of federal firefighters face a looming pay cut. How much is up to Congress

The bipartisan infrastructure law granted federal firefighters a big pay bump. Amid a looming government shutdown, that wage increase will expire, leaving first responders unsure about their income.

WEKU

The Story Behind How Max Thieriot’s Own Life Experiences Inspired CBS’ Fire Country

The story behind CBS' Fire Country involves Max Thieriot's own life experiences growing up in Northern California.

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The Guardian - US

Three dead after firefighting helicopters collide in California

Cause of deadly accident near Cabazon, about 90 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, not immediately clear

The Guardian - US

Firefighters battle California wildfires amid blistering heatwave

Three brush fires burning in rural areas across Riverside county, where 1,000 homes are under evacuation orders

The Guardian - US

‘Double-edged sword’: why the badly needed rains in California could fuel catastrophic fires

Downpours bumped California out of the most extreme categories of drought, but the storms also left behind a dangerous mess

Axios

2 dead as wildfires ravage Northern California amid blistering heat wave

Excessive heat warnings are in effect for large swaths of California.

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Blazes erupt across California as state bakes in scorching heat

Seven firefighters hospitalized, with extreme temperatures expected to last through Labor Day

France 24

Thousands ordered to evacuate as California’s largest 2022 fire destroys homes

Firefighters in northern California were battling Monday to gain control over the state's largest wildfire this year, which has claimed at least two lives after exploding in size over the weekend and forcing thousands to evacuate their homes.

The Guardian - US

California: explosive wildfire more than doubles in size overnight

Fast-moving Electra fire forces hundreds to evacuate and threatens crucial power infrastructure east of Sacramento

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