California fire update as inferno threatens major tourist attraction
The Thompson fire, a massive 3,500-acre wildfire burning across Butte County in California, has led to over 13,000 people being evacuated from the area.
Energy Company PG&E Facing Lawsuit for Starting Wildfires in California
The Mosquito fire, the latest blaze to have been blamed on PG&E, has been going since September 6.
When Will the Heatwave in California End?
Parts of California may face rolling power blackouts as a result of the ongoing heatwave scorching the state.
Yosemite Wildfire Likely Caused By Humans, Authorities Say
The blaze currently covers an area of over 3,500 acres, and is 22 percent contained by firefighters
Alisal Wildfire Map: Evacuations, Road Closures for Santa Barbara Fire
The fire that broke out on Monday was 0 percent contained as of Tuesday morning and was threatening about 100 structures.
Dixie Fire Hits Over 463,000 Acres in California, No End in Sight
It's now the second-biggest wildfire in the state's history, ranking behind only last year's August Complex Fire.
California Fire Update: Kincade, Maria and Eagle Fully Contained
Several fires have been fully contained but 7 large fires remain burning across California, 5 of which are yet to be contained.
Metallica Donate $100k to California Wildfires Relief
The metal group will be raising money for the wildfire relief effort for third year in a row.
PG&E California Power Outages Begin as Kincade Fire Rages in Sonoma
PG&E plans to implement staggered power cuts beginning Saturday at 2 p.m. PT. The company advises that "customers are being asked to prepare for an extended outage of at least two days once the severe weather has passed."
Why the U.S. Can Expect More Power Outages like California's
One of the biggest of the year, the PG&E outages in Northern California serve as a reminder that blackouts are becoming a routine aspect of millions of Americans' lives.
California Wildfires: Cities Hand Out Air Masks
Wildfires in California have claimed the lives of more than 30 people.
Delta Fire Explodes to More Than 15,000 Acres
The rapidly growing wildfire remains at 0 percent contained.
New Flames Spark as Holy Fire Approaches Containment
The fire is 91 percent contained, but new flames have grown outside the containment area.
Holy Fire Expected to Be Contained on Sunday
Forrest Gordon Clark, who is charged with starting the fire, faces life in prison if convicted.
Police Rescue Animals From SPCA Building
"We were just grabbing kittens and dogs and putting them in crates and cars. We knew we had to get them to a safer location."
Mules Are Bringing Supplies to California Firefighters
In certain remote, rugged areas, the sturdy pack animals are sometimes the only option for delivering supplies.
California Wildfire Photos: County and Pawnee Fires
More than 1,200 people have been fighting the so-called County Fire, around 75 miles northeast of San Francisco.
State of Emergency Declared Due to California Wildfires
The Pawnee Fire, which has raged for four days, has now spread across more than 10,500 acres.
Bears Burned in Wildfire Get New Paws Made of Fish Skin
This is the first time tilapia skin has ever been used to bandage an animal in this way.
Justin Bieber's Art Reflects 'Man-Child' Image: Critic
"The painting is not very inspired—high school students have doodled better artworks during trig class."
California's Thomas Fire Breaks Record As Largest Blaze
"Having a fire of this magnitude in December is highly unusual."
Fire in California: Thomas Fire May Break State Record
A wildfire in California is on track to break a state record for the largest blaze in modern history, even as light snow sprinkles the region ahead of Christmas.
Thomas Fire Is Now The Third Largest In California
The Thomas Fire is now the third largest blaze to sweep through California.
California Thomas Fire: Firefighter Killed in Blaze
"This is a tragic reminder of the dangerous work that our firefighters do every day."
California Fire Map Update: Photos of Blazing Wildfires
Officials warn that any fuel combined with strong winds could cause the fire to lose control.
California Fires Update: Blaze Larger Than NYC
Thomas now covers an area larger than New York City and has caused almost $50 million in damages.
California Governor Slams Trump For Wildfires
He said Trump has a "reckless disregard for the truth."