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Is the Pink Fire Retardant That Planes Are Dropping on the California Fires Safe?
It’s widely used because it can slow flames in ways that water can’t. But it also contains heavy metals and other harmful compounds.The New York Times - Jan. 11 -
California fires weather forecast: Strong winds expected to increase fire danger
There has been a reprieve from the strongest winds in southern California, but winds are expected to pick up later into tonight, raising the fire danger.ABC News - Jan. 11 -
L.A. fire victims cautioned to view insurance claims process as 'business transaction'
Southern California residents facing losses from this week’s Los Angeles-area fires are beginning to confront their next challenge: filing an insurance claim.NBC News - Jan. 11 -
Crews make slow progress battling Southern California wildfires
Multiple wildfires were still burning across the Los Angeles County area Friday as tens of thousands of people remained under evacuation orders and more than 10,000 structures were estimated to ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
California fires prompt acts of generosity among residents
Despite the catastrophic damage, all-encompassing stress and unhealthy air quality, many neighbors have stepped up to assist one another.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
Trump makes misguided accusations about California water management amid wildfires
President-elect Donald Trump has used the devastating Los Angeles wildfires to revisit a policy disagreement with California Gov.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Fire home insurance: What people in California should not do
If your home or business was damaged or destroyed in a wildfire, California Insurance Commissioner Richard Lara says don't sign anything right away.ABC News - Jan. 10 -
California homeowners battle an 'insurance crisis' as wildfires burn out of control
The wind-driven wildfires burning out of control in the Los Angeles area couldn't have emerged at a more perilous moment for California's homeowners, as officials try to rehab what they concede is ...NBC News - Jan. 10 -
What to know about California fires insurance claims, cancellations
Los Angeles officials provided an update for residents having to deal with insurance claims after several wildfires swept through Southern California. California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara ...CBS News - Jan. 10 -
California official bans insurance cancellations, nonrenewals in wildfire-affected areas
California's insurance commissioner issued a one-year moratorium on policy nonrenewals and cancellations in areas affected by devastating wildfires in and around Los Angeles. “I am using my ...The Hill - Jan. 10 -
These are some of the well-known landmarks damaged in the California fires
From a school featured in "Freaky Friday" to a historic synagogue, local landmarks are among the thousands of structures damaged by the wildfires.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
California Wildfires Lay Bare an Insurance Crisis
Even before the latest blazes, California officials warned that an emergency state insurance fund was in trouble, while private insurers dropped coverage.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
L.A. wildfires to cost insurers more than $20 billion. Three companies are likely to foot most of the bill.
Allstate, Chubb and Travelers are likely to be the publicly traded insurance carriers most affected, as they are the most exposed to the California homeowners’ market.MarketWatch - Jan. 10 -
NHL Awards Watch: MVP race tightens, adds more contenders
At the midway mark of the 2024-25 season, are some awards already sewn up?ESPN - Jan. 10 -
WATCH: Insurance expert on how to prepare for insurance claims amid California fires
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with insurance broker Karl Susman about the difficulty of insuring homes and making fire claims in California as residents begin to survey the damage left by the fire.ABC News - Jan. 9 -
Thousands of L.A. homeowners do not have insurance amid fires
Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners do not have home insurance. Several private insurers in California have either raised prices or completely removed their coverage in at-risk areas. Business ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
The Tide Could Finally Be Turning Against the LA Fires
With wind speeds falling, firefighting reinforcements arriving from out of state, and more water sources online, authorities now have a critical window to take control of the situation.Wired - Jan. 10 -
Biden says intentional power outages to prevent more fires led to California water shortages
President Biden said Thursday intentional power outages in the Los Angeles area that were administered in order to prevent more fires from starting were partially to blame for water shortages as ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
What Californians should know about filing insurance claims after fire
For those who have it, a standard homeowners' insurance policy does cover destruction caused by fire, including wildfires.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Watch live: Biden to give remarks on California fires
President Biden will give brief remarks Thursday about the wildfires raging in the Los Angeles region that have killed at least five people, forced thousands to evacuate and caused irrevocable ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Before the Palisades Fire, many of those homeowners had lost insurance
About 1,600 policies for Pacific Palisades homeowners were dropped by State Farm in July, the state insurance office says.CBS News - Jan. 9 -
The Los Angeles Fires Will Put California’s New Insurance Rules to the Test
The state’s insurance industry was reformed in late 2024 to promote coverage in disaster-prone areas. Tens of billions in fire damage will stress-test the new regime.Wired - Jan. 9 -
Insurers brace for losses of up to $20bn from California wildfires
JPMorgan analysts double estimates as blazes continue to rageFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
At least 5 people killed in California's Eaton Fire
The Eaton Fire, which is burning in and around Pasadena, California, has killed at least five people, officials say. Firefighters are working around the clock to battle the fire, which has been ...CBS News - Jan. 9 -
Fire crews making progress against Sunset Fire in Hollywood Hills
KNBC's Conan Nolan describes the scene near the Sunset Fire in Los Angeles that is threatening homes. Fire crews have been using helicopters to fight the blaze as winds have lessened in the area.NBC News - Jan. 9 -
California rep warns Los Angeles fires could be 'worst disaster in California's history'
California Rep. Ami Bera (D) said the fires raging across parts of Los Angeles could be the state’s worst disaster in history. Bera joined NewsNation’s "The Hill" on Wednesday to discuss the ...The Hill - Jan. 9 -
Economic loss from California wildfires could reach $52B-57B: Report
Total damage from the devastating wildfires scorching Southern California could amount to between $52 billion and $57 billion in economic losses, according to a new analysis. The estimate, issued ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Power lines fell as Palisades Fire raged in California
The Palisades Fire, which is spreading into Malibu, downed power lines and charred homes as residents tried to evacuate. CBS News Los Angeles' Michele Gile reportsCBS News - Jan. 8 -
WATCH: Southern California brush fire fills sky with smoke
Multiple fast-moving brush fires erupted Tuesday in Los Angeles as dangerous wind conditions and unseasonably dry, warm weather swept Southern California.ABC News - Jan. 8 -
Why eggs are nearly $9 a dozen in California — and when prices could drop
Egg prices at the grocery store shocked many consumers over the recent holiday season, and those prices are expected to continue to climb after an unanticipated spike in the number of bird flu ...MarketWatch - Jan. 8 -
Eaton Fire turns deadly as wildfires spread in California
Officials say at least two people died in the Eaton Fire and they expect the number of deaths to grow as firefighters battle at least five blazes in California. Structures continue to burn as those ...CBS News - Jan. 8 -
California fire forecast: Wind speeds remain high as wildfires rage
A damaging Santa Ana wind event was peaking early Wednesday and was expected to stay strong through early afternoon.ABC News - Jan. 8 -
WATCH: California fires seen from plane window before LAX landing
California fires seen from a diverted plane, with flames completely engulfing the area below.ABC News - Jan. 8 -
Destructive winds will lead to explosive fire growth in Southern California
The Palisades, Eaton and Hurst wildfires raging in Southern California will be fueled by peak winds of 100 mph, placing 19 million people at risk. NBC News meteorologist Angie Lassman has the ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
On-the-ground look at the Palisades Fire burning in southern California
Southern California is facing a life-threatening windstorm as a brush fire in the Pacific Palisades region of Los Angeles burns hundreds of acres. Thousands have evacuated amid the fast-moving ...CBS News - Jan. 7 -
More dangerous winds expected in California
As wildfires continue to spread in Southern California, the worst of the heavy winds haven't even arrived. Lonnie Quinn takes a look at what comes next.CBS News - Jan. 7 -
Wind-driven fires erupt in Southern California
A rapidly spreading wildfire threatened homes and forced thousands to evacuate in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the fire was one of several that ...NBC News - Jan. 7 -
Fires Break Out Across Southern California Amid Fierce Winds
The region’s utility company said it was prepared to cut power to more than 400,000 customers to try to prevent more blazes.The New York Times - Jan. 7