Wildfire Torches Homes

Southern California wildfire torches homes, forces evacuations

The nearly 20,000-acre Mountain Fire that erupted Wednesday in Ventura County, just north of Los Angeles, continues to grow with no containment. The wind-driven blaze has destroyed homes and forced ...

Wildfire emergency in Southern California threatens homes

A wildfire in Southern California grew to more than 10,000 acres, threatening homes and prompting evacuation orders. NBC News' Dana Griffin reports.

Hundreds of homes evacuated near Colorado wildfire, official says

More than 700 homes have been evacuated near the town of Divide, Colorado, as a wildfire burns nearby, local law enforcement said Monday.

Californians forced to flee as ferocious wildfires destroy homes and buildings

Mountain fire scorches thousands of acres north-west of Los Angeles as officials demand more help for fire crews. Fast-moving fires erupted across California on Wednesday as the state was lashed ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Mountain Fire in Ventura County Destroys Homes and Forces Thousands to Evacuate

The fast-moving Mountain fire forced thousands to evacuate and destroyed neighborhoods in the hilly communities of Ventura County. “We figured we were trapped,” one resident said.

Top stories - The New York Times - 1 hour ago

Future wildfires could trap tourists in Tahoe: Report

Welcome to The Hill's Sustainability newsletter {beacon} Sustainability Sustainability The Big Story Future wildfires could trap tourists in Tahoe: Report Evacuations in certain parts of the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Fast-Growing Wildfires Are Especially Destructive, Study Shows

In recent decades, fast-growing blazes were responsible for an outsize share of fire-related devastation, scientists found using satellite data.

Science - The New York Times - October 25

Wildfires are becoming faster and more furious in the US West

Fast-growing flames have been responsible for the lion's share of U.S. wildfire-related damage in recent years, despite being relatively rare occurrences, a new study has found. Nearly 90 percent ...

Politics - The Hill - October 24

Rare Autumn Drought in Northeast Brings a Spate of Wildfires

Hundreds of fires are burning in New Jersey and Connecticut as the region experiences a spell of unusually warm fall weather.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 31

How Moldova’s Most Popular T.V. Host Torched Her Career With a Startling Life Choice

Natalia Morari once reported on corrupt business in Moldova. Now she has upset many by having a son with a tycoon accused of corruption, and running against the pro-West president in elections.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 19

Devin Booker torches Clippers for 40 as Suns overcome 21-point deficit to win

The Clippers start strong before the Phoenix Suns rally back from a 21-point deficit behind Devin Booker's 40-point effort to defeat the Clippers 125-119.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 1

Capitol Police arrest man who 'smelled like fuel' and had torch and flare gun

The U.S. Capitol Visitor Center was closed Tuesday afternoon, after Capitol Police arrested a man who was carrying a torch and flare gun during their security screening process. “Our officers just ...

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Some wildfire suppressants may be unleashing heavy metals into the environment: Study

The widespread use of certain chemical or synthetic fire suppressants may be leading to heavy metal contamination in wildfire-prone areas, a new study has found. Wildland firefighters often ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Wildfires rage in Oklahoma, severe weather expected in central U.S.

Wildfires are blazing in Oklahoma as warnings of severe weather spread in Kansas and other parts of the central U.S. CBS News' Rob Marciano has the latest on strong winds that could create severe ...

Los Angeles Faces a ‘Particularly Dangerous Situation’ for Wildfire Weather

Forecasters in California are using some of their strongest language to warn that windy conditions may help fires spread this week.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

California wildfire fueled by high winds grows to 10,000 acres and forces evacuations

Injuries were reported and homes were destroyed in a Southern California wildfire that began Wednesday and, fueled by high winds, rapidly grew to over 10,000 acres, officials said.

WATCH: Firefighter saves American flag from California wildfire

Firefighters in Ventura County, California, are battling a fast-moving wildfire that has consumed more than 10,000 acres since it began early Wednesday.

Watch: Fast-moving California wildfire burns out of control

Thousands of people have been evacuated from their homes in Ventura County, near Los Angeles.

Fast-moving wildfire burns more than 14,000 acres in California

Thousands of people have been evacuated as firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire north of Los Angeles. The wildfire has burned over 14,000 acres and dozens of homes.

California wildfire fueled by Santa Ana winds forces evacuations

A massive fast-moving wildfire, fueled by Santa Ana winds, is tearing through communities across Southern California, destroying homes and trapping some residents, forcing thousands more to ...

Smoke pollution from wildfires may be killing an extra 12,000 people a year, new research suggests

Global heating particularly increasing risk of death from smoke inhalation in Australia, South America, Europe and parts of Asia. Global heating is causing more of the planet to be burned from ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

‘Danger in my back yard’: residents in a wildfire-prone California town eye more Yosemite tourism with unease

As a new glamping development seeks to open in the region hammered by extreme weather, Mariposa locals are fighting back. Kathleen Armstrong saw the smoke curling above the tree-covered horizon and ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

The boom in home schooling

Parents and children unhappy with traditional education are turning to online alternatives after the pandemic opened the door to new ways of learning

World - Financial Times - October 15

Oregon State, Washington State to play football home-and-home series in 2025

The schools last played each other twice in the same season in 1945.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 23

New-home construction dips in September, as builders await rate cuts

Construction on new U.S. homes fell 0.5% in September, the Commerce Department said Friday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Homeowners Tap Into Their Rising Home Equity

Balances on home equity lines of credit have risen along with home equity loans. Popular reasons for borrowing include home renovations and repairs and debt consolidation.

Business - The New York Times - October 18

Councillors to be allowed to work from home

The deputy prime minister says it will allow people from “all walks of life” to become councillors.

Meet the New Home Kitchen Business

Starting in November, licensed home kitchens in Los Angeles County will be able to sell dine-in and to-go meals, as a 5-year-old state law expands.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

Is a $100,000 home equity loan worth it?

A $100,000 home equity loan could be worth opening for a wide swath of homeowners. Here's why.

Cowboys crushed by Lions in fourth straight home loss

The Dallas Cowboys were walloped at home Sunday, getting blown out to the tune of 47-9 by the Detroit Lions — the Cowboys’ fourth straight loss at home dating to last postseason.

Manhunt underway for suspect after deadly home invasion

An urgent manhunt is underway after a deadly home invasion in Michigan. One suspect is in custody, with another on the run after they allegedly impersonated utility workers to gain entry to a home, ...

The Super Bowl will return to Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2028

The Super Bowl will return to Atlanta in 2028 at the home of the Falcons, following a vote of approval by NFL team owners on Tuesday at the league's annual fall meeting

Sports - ABC News - October 15

Hurricane Milton pushed giant debris into homes, roads

Boulders that were apparently placed years back as a wave break to shield homes on the beach of Manasota Key, Florida, were pushed into town by Hurricane Milton. CBS News' Dave Malkoff has more as ...

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