Maps show how dry Southern California is, as L.A. wildfires burn
When the air is warm and dry, transpiration and evaporation also suck water out of the plants and soil. That leaves dry vegetation that can provide fuel for flying embers to spread wildfires, as the Los Angeles area saw in early January.
Where are mandatory evacuation orders for California wildfires? See maps
Areas of Los Angeles County in Southern California are under mandatory evacuation orders following multiple fires that have started.
Southern California fire map: Brush fires force evacuations; thousands without power
High winds have dramatically raised the risk of wildfires for the next several days.Palisades FireA brush fire in Pacific Palisades has grown to more than 21,000 acres and is forcing residents in the area to leave their homes.
Southern California wildfires fueled by climate change, expert says
The devastating wildfires tearing across Southern California are being exacerbated by climate change, according to Drew Peltier, an assistant professor of ecolo
Officials Warn of ‘Devastating Loss’ as Southern California Wildfires Burn Out of Control
Parts of Santa Monica were ordered to be evacuated as fast-moving flames destroyed homes along the coast in Los Angeles. Winds were picking up overnight, potentially fueling the fires.
Why are winter wildfires happening in Southern California?
Experts explain why Southern California is experiencing its most devastating winter wildfires in decades and what this could mean for the future of fire seasons.
Southern California wildfire maps: What does containment mean? Here's the latest
Here's a look at the latest maps of the five active Southern California wildfires and what containment means when it comes to fighting fires.
California wildfires: What we know about L.A. fires, maps, what caused them, who is affected and more
Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted Tuesday and roared across the Los Angeles area.
Death toll rises to at least 13 as Southern California wildfires spread
Death toll rises to at least 13 in Southern California wildfires. This comes as the Palisades Fire is expanding into Brentwood and Encino creating more evacuation warnings.
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USC in limbo with California fires still burning
The fires in California continue to devastate. All the while, players from the University of Southern California came into ...
Luigi Mangione Resurfaces As Symbol of Anger Against California Insurers
Social media users angry at State Farm's decision to cancel hundreds of policies in California last year are rallying around ...
Hey, Gold Rushers: Southern California found gold first! And we’re still looking.
Ah, but — and you should remember this for “Jeopardy!” — the Golden State’s first documented gold strike happened here, in ...
Southern California fire weather expected to linger. What does that mean for air quality?
After the fires get under control, wind could help push some particles out of the air, as will gravity with some larger ...
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Support for Students, Alumni, Friends and Loved Ones in Southern California
As we watch the devastating scenes coming out of Southern California, our thoughts are with all who are impacted by the wildfires, particularly those members of the Seattle University family who ...
Investigators probe Eaton Canyon electrical tower area as possible origin of Altadena fire
Investigators looking into the cause of the devastating Eaton fire have be probing the site around an electrical tower in Eaton Canton. Residents took photos of the early moments of the fire and ...
Palisades Fire devastates LA County, jumps in size as winds batter Southern California
Tens of thousands of people were forced to flee their homes as a brush fire in the Pacific Palisades grew to more than 20,400 ...
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Why the L.A. County fires are already among the most destructive in California's history
None of the Los Angeles County fires that have killed at least 10 people are among California's 20 largest wildfires, but ...