Fires trigger red flag warnings in Northeast as crews continue to battle California blaze

Weather conditions triggered red flag warnings Tuesday in the Northeast and firefighters in California continued to battle a large wildfire that has burned over 20,000 acres.

California firefighters battle blaze

Firefighters in southern California are making progress against a wildfire that has destroyed more than 200 homes. The Mountain Fire started burning Wednesday morning and has charred more than ...

Red flag fire warnings along East Coast as brushfires burn in New Jersey

Weeks of dry weather and strong wind gusts have prompted red flag fire warnings on the East Coast. Brushfires have already broken out in New Jersey. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has more.

Crews getting control of Mountain Fire in California

Fire crews are making progress containing the Mountain Fire in California's Ventura County. Thousands of residents are returning home to survey the damage. Elise Preston has more.

Brush fire breaks out in Brooklyn's Prospect Park as Northeast drought continues

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Massachusetts firefighters continue to battle stubborn brush fires across state

Firefighters in Massachusetts are continuing to battle stubborn brush fires across the state with officials urging residents to take precautions to help avoid sparking new blazes.

Maps show drought and fire conditions in Northeast states

Parts of the East Coast are under drought conditions and red flag warnings, from Massachusetts to the northern edge of Virginia and West Virginia.

Firefighters Gain More Control of Southern California Blaze That Spread Rapidly

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