Slower winds aid firefighters battling destructive blaze in California
The region northwest of Los Angeles has seen some of California’s most destructive fires over the years. The Mountain Fire swiftly grew from less than half a square mile (about 1.2 square kilometers) to more than 16 square miles (41 square kilometers) in little more than five hours on Wednesday, with gusts topping 61 mph (98 kph).
Firefighters gaining control over devastating wildfire near Los Angeles
Mountain Fire burns 20,630 acres, 14% contained Residents of 3,500 homes able to return but 2,000 remain under evacuation orders Red flag warning lifted after 132 buildings destroyed, 88 damaged Nov 8 (Reuters) - Firefighters started gaining control on ...
Southern California firefighters gain ground over wildfire thanks to decreased winds
Firefighters gained ground Friday against a wildfire that has destroyed at least 132 structures, as favorable conditions were expected to continue through the weekend after two days of gusty winds.
Southern California wildfire destroys 132 structures as officials look for fierce winds to subside
Southern California firefighters working to contain a wildfire that has destroyed 132 structures in two days could be assisted by a forecast of fierce wind gusts easing.
Southern California firefighters make progress against wildfire as fierce winds start to subside
Southern California firefighters made progress against a wildfire that has destroyed 132 structures, mostly homes, and that was fanned by fierce wind gusts that began easing Friday, allowing some people to return to sort
Firefighters Make Progress on Rural Brush Fire Near Pala Mesa Resort
A fast-moving brush fire that scorched 50 acres and forced residential evacuations in a rural area near Pala Mesa Resort is ...
Firefighters called to house after pan left on hob
Mr Stapleton said it was not known how long the pan had been left on the hob for. He said: "Had this occurred at night, the ...
Firefighters respond to residential structure fire in Dayton
Firefighters responded to a residential structure fire in Dayton early Saturday morning. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app ...
'Miracles Do Happen': Rescuers and Firefighters Rush To Save Dog From Canal
Dorothea the 10-year-old chihuahua mix was spotted by a passerby clinging on to a submerged shopping cart in the middle of a canal.
Firefighters battle blaze in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park as NYC’s unprecedented dry stretch continues
A brush fire broke out in Brooklyn’s Prospect Park on Friday night amid a stretch of historically dry weather, officials said ...
Firefighters improve Mountain fire containment as Santa Ana winds fade in Ventura County
Thanks to a decrease in winds through the day, firefighters battling the Mountain fire in Camarillo saw minimal growth ...
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Firefighters make progress in battling New Jersey wildfire threatening 55 structures
POMPTON LAKES, N.J. (AP) — Firefighters in New Jersey are reporting “substantial progress” in battling a wildfire that is threatening dozens of structures, one of a number of forest fires they are ...
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Calmer winds help firefighters make progress against California's Mountain Fire
Calmer winds helped California firefighters battle the once out-of-control Mountain Fire on Friday as they continued to ...
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10 acres burned in overnight brush fire in Middle Taylor Township, firefighters confirm
CAMBRIA COUNTY, Pa (WJAC) — Firefighters in Cambria County say an overnight brush fire in Middle Taylor Township reportedly ...
Firefighters in New Jersey talk about burnout while battling back-to-back wildfires
Firefighters all across the state are on alert as New Jersey was under a red flag warning. That means conditions are ripe for ...
Firefighters rush to scene as flames pour from Westmoreland County apartment building roof overnight
Flames shot through the roof of an apartment building in Westmoreland County, sending firefighters rushing to the scene. The ...