California wildfires
York fire map: California blaze grows to 80,000 acres, crosses into Nevada
A wet winter in California eased much of the state's drought, but the resulting plant growth was expected to provide ample fuel for wildfires this summer.
Wildfire threats move to Northern U.S. states this summer
California usually sees the worst wildfires of any U.S. state but states like Michigan, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine are facing a higher risk at present.
Drought Is Killing the Trees at Lake Tahoe
Overcrowding of the trees in the Sierra Nevadas, combined with California's scorching drought, has meant trees are competing for water.
California Wildfire Update: Mosquito Fire Grows Nearly 20k Acres in 3 Days
"Approximately 6,000 homes collectively remained threatened at this time," Placer County Sheriff Lieutenant Josh Barnhart said on Wednesday.
California Fire Map Update: Mosquito Wildfire Torches Nearly 50K Acres
Last week, the Mosquito Fire was just over 1,000 acres in size but has continued to grow over the past several days.
Waterfalls Appear in Death Valley, the Hottest and Driest Place on Earth
Heavy rainfall from tropical storm Kay has resulted in flash flooding in Death Valley so bad that roads have been damaged.
Mosquito Fire: Residents Afraid of Losing 'Everything' as 11,000 Evacuate
The blaze has been active for four days, burnt more than 40,000 acres, and is only 10 percent contained, according to local officials.
Videos Show Wildfires Tearing Through Oregon, Mass Evacuations
Nearly 230,000 acres had been burned across Oregon as of Friday.
Incoming Tropical Storm Could Make California Wildfires Spread Even Faster
There are warnings Tropical Storm Kay could blow more scorching air into southern California.
'Splooting' Squirrels Seen Around San Francisco During California Heat Wave
Squirrels around San Francisco have been spotted "splooting," leading residents to worry about their wellbeing.
Oregon Wildfires Scorch 168,000 Acres as People Prepare To Evacuate
More than 40,000 households are expected to lose power across Oregon on Friday.
California's Fairview Fire Rapidly Expands to 20,000 Acres
The blaze, which killed two people on Tuesday, is threatening 2,000 structures.
California Wildfire Update: Out-of-Control Mosquito Fire Forces Evacuations
"The Mosquito Fire exhibited extreme fire behavior yesterday and continued to burn overnight in the vicinity of Oxbow Reservoir," Cal Fire said.
California Fire Map, Update as Mosquito, Fairview Blaze Rage Out of Control
Powerful wildfires are blazing in California, in Riverside County and the Tahoe National Forest.
California Power Grid Almost at Maximum Capacity: How to Track Demand
Record temperatures have been recorded in California this week, leading to massive strain on the state's power grid.
When Will the Heatwave in California End?
Parts of California may face rolling power blackouts as a result of the ongoing heatwave scorching the state.
Fire Tornadoes Captured Breaking Out in California Amid Scorching Heat Wave
As of Thursday, the Route Fire in Los Angeles County has grown to over 4,000 acres and is 0 percent contained.
Fire Tornado Video Shows Burning Vortex in LA County
A fire tornado has been created by a wildfire in Los Angeles County, with one observer calling it "the biggest one I've ever seen."
McKinney Fire Update: 4 Found Dead After Flames Grow to More Than 50K Acres
According to Cal Fire, the McKinney Fire has grown to 55,493 acres as of Tuesday and is currently 0 percent contained.
McKinney Fire Updates: Deadly Blaze Threatens 4,900 Structures
Evacuation orders remain in place as the McKinney Fire continues to burn out of control in Northern California.
Latino Conservation Week Was the Country's Most Important So Far
Bold and significant climate action, anchored in meaningful clean energy expansion and fair environmental justice provisions, is the only way to secure the health, safety, and future of our families.
'Terrifying'—Oak Fire Threatens Yosemite Giant Sequoias as Tree Crowns Burn
With California in the grip of a climate change-triggered drought, trees are so dry that they are entirely burning in the Oak wildfire.
Satellite Gives Bird's-Eye View of California Wildfire Threatening Yosemite
The Oak Fire has become the largest wildfire of the year in California and continues to approach Yosemite National Park.
Oak Fire Updates: Most of Yosemite Is Still Open to the Public
Firefighters continue battling the Oak Fire near Yosemite National Park on Monday.
California Wildfire Season Makes Ominous Start With Huge Blaze by Yosemite
The Oak Fire has been spreading rapidly and has been deemed the biggest fire in California since the start of 2022.
Yosemite Wildfire Likely Caused By Humans, Authorities Say
The blaze currently covers an area of over 3,500 acres, and is 22 percent contained by firefighters
Famed Sequoia Grove at Yosemite Park Threatened by Growing Washburn Fire
"The Washburn Fire entered Yosemite's Mariposa Grove, one of our nation's most treasured giant sequoia groves," a conservationist said.
U.S. A Giant Tinderbox as Megadrought and Wildfires Combine
Temperatures have soared, with many states experiencing droughts so severe that scientists predict that wildfire season may soon last all year.
California: Lake Oroville Water-Level Photos Show Extreme Drought Impact
Lake Oroville, one of the largest reservoirs in California, is at 55 percent of its water capacity due to severe droughts.
Goat Platoon Commanded by Dogs Help Fight Wildfires in California
Thousands of goats will eat through dry weeds in the area, that could go up in flames come the summer.