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California targets urgent projects as #WILDFIRE season looms

April 14, 2021: California is racing to spend more than a half-billion dollars before this year's wildfire season gets going in earnest

Wisconsin poised for devastating #WILDFIRE season as hundreds of blazes rage

April 13, 2021: State has lost almost as much acreage to fires in four months as it did throughout last yearWisconsin is on track to see its worst fire season in more than five years, officials say, after hundreds of unseasonal blazes prompted the governor to declare a state of emergency.In just the first four months of the year, W...

Colorado agricultural burn turns into almost 900-acre #WILDFIRE

April 13, 2021: An agricultural burn in Colorado has scorched almost 900 acres, authorities said Monday night. 

Heavy winds fan flames in Southern California #WILDFIRE

April 12, 2021: About 600 firefighters are battling an fire that has spreading across more than 1,200 acres. Flames first erupted in Friday night in Solimar Beach and quickly spread to residential areas. Dozens of home are under evacuation orders. Miyerera Villarreal is live in Ventura County with more.

Southern California residents returning home after #WILDFIRE

April 12, 2021: A wildfire that's been burning since Christmas Eve in Southern California is now 70 percent contained. With that, nearly 100 residents are being allowed back in their homes. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal has a look at what they've faced so far and what they'll find when they come back home.

How Dangerous Is #WILDFIRE Smoke?

April 12, 2021: Monday: Ahead of a likely severe wildfire season, researchers suggest pollution from wildfires is more toxic than pollution from other sources.

Australia fighting #WILDFIRE epidemic

April 11, 2021: Australian officials say lightning, strong winds and dry conditions have fueled more than 300 separate wildfires near Melbourne this week. At the same time, much of Southern Australia is dealing with a record heatwave with temperatures in the 100s. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

Arizona #WILDFIRE destroys 12 homes; 200 people evacuated

April 10, 2021: The fire burned through thick vegetation at the bottom of Gila River.

California to allocate 36 million to prepare for #WILDFIRE season

April 9, 2021: California will authorize 36 million toward forest management projects and efforts to reduce wildfires before the worst of the fire season strikes later this year, Governor Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders said Thursday. CBS Los Angeles has the details.

California had its worst #WILDFIRE season ever last year -- and officials are now fearing more of the same

April 9, 2021: After the worst wildfire season ever in 2020, California is bracing for more destruction this year due to worsening drought conditions and above-normal temperatures.

Damage from California #WILDFIRE estimated at 00M

April 9, 2021: Wildfires ravaged more than 1,200 homes and killed 4 people near San Francisco in September. An insurance company says that the estimated damages total to 00,000,000. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.

California crews scramble to fight #WILDFIRE flames amid #DROUGHT

April 8, 2021: California’s biggest wildfire is burning east of Fresno. A lightning strike set off the Rough Fire more than a month ago, ripping across well over 100 square miles. The historic drought fueling California’s fire season is now considered “extreme” or “exceptional” in more than 70 percent of the state. Joh...

9/13: New #WILDFIRE quickly scorches towns in Northern California; Teen chef opens first NYC restaurant

April 8, 2021: A new, fast moving wildfire is scorching land in Northern California. In response to the wildfire, the governor has expanded the state of emergency; As he prepares for the opening of his first restaurant, Eureka, 16-year-old Flynn McGarry is starting to feel the pressure

California #WILDFIRE burns 61,000 acres and 400 homes

April 8, 2021: A surging wildfire in northern California figures to become one of the five most destructive the state has ever seen. Danielle Nottingham has the latest.

Families lose everything after escaping Calif. #WILDFIRE flames

April 8, 2021: Evacuees are filling shelters as wildfires rage across the state. In Calistoga, nearly a thousand people spent the night in a shelter. David Begnaud spoke to the families.

Ferocious #WILDFIRE flames tear through NorCal towns

April 8, 2021: Flames have displaced about 23,000 people and have destroyed around 750 homes. More buildings are at risk. The fire killed retired teacher Barbara McWilliams. The disabled 72-year-old could not escape the flames. The Valley Fire is considered one of the most destructive in California history. Danielle Nottingham rep...

9/14: California #WILDFIRE burns 61,000 acres and 400 homes; Justice Stephen Breyer writes about life on high court

April 8, 2021: A surging wildfire in northern California figures to become one of the five most destructive the state has ever seen; a justice with 21 years on the bench is shedding light on how the nine justices on the Supreme Court manage to get along

4 people missing after fast-moving Calif. #WILDFIRE

April 8, 2021: Authorities are searching for 4 people who are missing after wildfires overtook another California community. Residents of Lake Forrest say the fire moved so swiftly some couldn't get to safety in time. David Begnaud reports.

Citing high #WILDFIRE risk, judge halts construction of massive Tejon Ranch development

April 8, 2021: Tejon Ranch Co. failed to adequately explain how it would reduce wildfire risk and greenhouse gas emissions in a planned residential community.

California unveils sweeping #WILDFIRE prevention plan amid record fire losses and #DROUGHT

April 8, 2021: Newsom and legislative leaders are set to unveil a proposal to boost firefighting and prevention, including vegetation management and building fire-resistant structures.

PG&E charged in 2019 California #WILDFIRE

April 7, 2021: The fire destroyed 374 buildings and caused nearly 100,000 people to flee as it burned through 120 square miles.

Californias #WILDFIRE situation may get even worse

April 7, 2021: Higher humidity and diminished winds have given firefighters in California some much-needed help, but 17 large fires are still burning. In Santa Barbara County, conditions are drier now than when it saw the worst wildfire in its history 25 years ago. Chris Martinez reports.

California utility PG&E facing criminal charges over the states largest 2019 #WILDFIRE

April 7, 2021: Criminal charges have been filed against the Pacific Gas and Electric Company over the 2019 Kincade Fire in California.

20-year-old Wash. firefighter died battling #WILDFIRE flames

April 7, 2021: One of the three firefighters killed while fighting the Twisp, Washington, wildfires was Tom Zbyszewski. Carter Evans spoke with his grieving family.

Authorities: “No idea” how many homes destroyed in Western #WILDFIRE chaos

April 7, 2021: Firefighters out west continue to battle enormous wildfires that span across five states. More than 45 fires are burning. Massive flames have hit Washington state the hardest. President Obama has declared a state of emergency and authorities say they have no idea how many homes have been destroyed. Thousands of fire...
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