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Cal Fire official calls private firefighters 'extremely dangerous'
Amid the devastation of the fires, private firefighters have sparked anger, a sign of inequality between the city's wealthiest residents and those struggling to rebuild.ABC News - 15h -
‘Will Pay Any Amount’: Private Firefighters Are in Demand in L.A.
Hiring a private fire crew costs thousands of dollars a day, and most work through government contracts or with insurance companies. Some wealthy property owners are calling them in directly.The New York Times - 1d -
Incarcerated firefighters join California wildfire battle efforts
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has deployed 931 incarcerated firefighters and 114 support staff through its Fire Camp Program.The Hill - 2d -
CA firefighters face impersonators, staffing shortages, low pay
LA County Sheriff Robert Luna said he encountered a man dressed as a firefighter burglarizing a home.The Hill - 2d -
Zelenskyy offers firefighting help from Ukraine for Los Angeles-area wildfires
In the wake of multiple wildfires that have torched tens of thousands of acres of Los Angeles County, local firefighters and first responders have received support from across the world.CBS News - 2d -
Firefighters race to contain LA wildfires before winds pick up again
Firefighters battling the out-of-control wildfires in Los Angeles County made some progress amid calmer winds over the weekend. However, the winds are expected to pick back up over the next few ...NBC News - 2d -
L.A.’s Private Firefighters, and U.S. Childhood Vaccination Rates Fall
Plus, remembering a civil rights Freedom Rider.The New York Times - 2d -
Are arsonists responsible for the L.A. wildfires?
Fire investigators are working to determine whether the Los Angeles blazes were the result of an intentional act, an accident or damaged utility lines.NBC News - 2d -
Canada deploying 60 firefighters to help with California blazes
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Sunday he was deploying 60 firefighters to California to help with the wildfires. In a post on the social platform X, Trudeau said Canada was ...The Hill - 2d -
Crews make some progress in containing massive Los Angeles fires
Fire crews made some progress on Sunday in containing the Eaton and Palisades fires in Los Angeles. But winds are expected to pick up, once again raising the fire danger in the region already ...NBC News - 2d -
FBI investigating Los Angeles firefighting aircraft damaged by drone
An investigation is underway into an unauthorized drone that hit a firefighting aircraft while it battled raging wildfires in Los Angeles last week.CBS News - 2d -
Firefighters desperately battle to contain monster inferno
The Palisades blaze is threatening Brentwood, one of the most affluent enclaves of America's second-biggest city.BBC News - 3d -
Crews battle Palisades Fire flare-up in Mandeville Canyon
Crews were fighting to keep the Palisades Fire from destroying more homes on Saturday evening, after the blaze spread into Mandeville Canyon in the Hollywood Hills. CBS News Los Angeles reporter ...CBS News - 3d -
LA fires: international crews arrive to battle raging wildfires as evacuations spread
Neighborhoods under orders now include Encino and Brentwood, with the Getty Center and its art collection. Thousands of firefighters labored to contain the four wildfires raging across the Los ...The Guardian - 3d -
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 - 4d -
Inside the disaster zone with Los Angeles County firefighters
Rob Marciano spent Friday embedded with Los Angeles County Fire Department crews as they went through the disaster zone of the Palisades Fire, extinguishing flare-ups.CBS News - 4d -
The Weather Won’t Give Southern California’s Firefighters a Break
The dry, windy conditions that help the fires spread are poised to persist.The New York Times - 4d -
FAA: Firefighting aircraft damaged by drone over Palisades Fire
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that an aircraft was damaged by a drone Thursday while fighting the deadly Palisades fire in Los Angeles. “Fire officials informed the FAA that a ...The Hill - 5d -
At least 10 killed in Los Angeles wildfires as crews continue to battle blazes
Officials now say at least ten people have been killed and thousands of homes, businesses, and other structures have been destroyed in the Los Angeles wildfires that continue to ravage the area. ...CBS News - 5d -
Winds set to continue Friday as firefighters battle five LA wildfires
NBC News' Angie Lassman discusses the latest weather conditions in Los Angeles as five wildfires continue to scorch the area.NBC News - 5d -
California wildfires can take heavy mental health toll on residents, firefighters
As wildfires continue to spread across southern California, experts are warning they could impact the mental health of residents and first responders.ABC News - 5d -
At least 10 dead in L.A. wildfires as strengthened winds complicate firefighting efforts
180,000 evacuation orders have been prompted by 5 blazes across the county, with the largest fire only 6% contained.NBC News - 5d -
Firefighting aircraft hit by drone
A Canadian Super Scooper plane was hit by a drone while flying over the Palisades Fire. The plane is expected to fly again, but as KNBC's David Biggar reports, the FAA is investigating as flying ...NBC News - 5d -
‘Completely Dry’: How Los Angeles Firefighters Ran Out of Water
As wildfires roar into residential neighborhoods, firefighters in California and elsewhere are finding that water systems can’t keep up with the demand.The New York Times - 5d -
A look at the makeshift command center for L.A. firefighters
As firefighters battle the Palisades Fire, hundreds of people are supporting them at a command center that was built in less than 24 hours. From lodging to laundry to logistics, this small city has ...CBS News - 5d -
What are the unprecedented conditions facing firefighters in LA?
Fire crews are facing dire challenges, hurdles that have intensified the fires and are complicating the response. LA fires live updates: California wildfires latest news As multiple fires rage ...The Guardian - 5d -
Lack of water frustrates firefighters on the front lines
As homes continued to burn in the Pacific Palisades area, firefighters were frustrated by lack of water pressure. A fire captain said some homes could have been saved if more water were available. ...NBC News - 5d -
Firefighters Rushed to Control Blazes Surrounding L.A.
Also, Jimmy Carter was remembered as a humanitarian and public servant. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.The New York Times - 5d -
Not everyone can be Batman: Ohio State's crew of overqualified Robins, like Emeka Egbuka, embrace their role
Upperclassman leaders like Emeka Egbuka set the tone during a pivotal seasonCBS Sports - 6d -
Watch: The scene across LA as firefighters attempt to contain blazes
The latest blaze, Sunset Fire, is threatening homes and landmarks as Hollywood is evacuated.BBC News - 6d -
‘Essential’: nearly 800 incarcerated firefighters deployed as LA battles wildfires
The firefighters earn $5.80-$10.24 per day plus $1 an hour when responding to active emergencies, according to CDCR. LA fires live updates: California wildfires latest news Californians: have ...The Guardian - 6d -
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 - 6d -
What's happening on the ground in California as crews battle fires in Los Angeles County
Intense wildfires are devastating Los Angeles County, killing at least five people and destroying over 1,000 structures. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports. Then, Gregg Champion tells "The Daily ...CBS News - 6d -
Los Angeles fire official on the challenges crews are facing
Los Angeles Fire Capt. Erik Scott spoke to "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell Wednesday about how firefighters are faring in their battle against multiple wind-driven ...CBS News - 6d -
Los Angeles wildfires kill five and trigger exodus as firefighters battle blazes
Los Angeles was in the midst of real-life Hollywood disaster Wednesday as out-of-control wildfires forced thousands of people to flee their homes and businesses.NBC News - 6d -
Fires rage uncontained as crews strained for resources
The Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire and Hurst Fire have forced the evacuations of over 80,000 people as powerful winds continue to fuel the deadly wildfires.NBC News - 6d -
LAFD firefighter and multiple civilians injured, official says
A Los Angeles Fire Department firefighter was injured and taken to the hospital for a serious head injury, according to LAFD official Margaret Stewart. There have also been multiple civilian burn ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Man charged over alleged rape of Virgin Australia crew member in Fiji
Airline staff were celebrating New Year’s Eve in Nadi when the alleged incident occurred. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A man has been charged with the ...The Guardian - Jan. 4 -
Virgin Australia crew members allegedly raped and robbed in Fiji
Two Virgin Australia crew members were allegedly victims of rape and theft in the early hours of New Year’s Day, officials in Fiji said.NBC News - Jan. 2 -
Suspect questioned over alleged sexual assault of Virgin Australia flight crew member in Fiji
Airline sends support staff to Nadi after reports of assault during a night out in the early hours of 1 January. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email A suspect known to Fijian ...The Guardian - Jan. 2