Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Stubborn Wolf Fire Threatens 4,000 Structures, Thousands Unable To Return Home
More than 2,400 acres have burned south of Banning as of Wednesday morning.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
CA Wildfires
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Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Juniper Fire Scorches Over 750 Acres Near Perris
Thick black smoke erupted from the Juniper Fire burning in Riverside County.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Mead Valley Fire Map: See Juniper Fire Perimeter, Evacuations Lifted
The Juniper Fire was 60% contained as of Tuesday afternoon.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Lake Elsinore-Wildomar, CA|News|
Nearly 100 Acres Burn Over The Weekend Between Redlands, Moreno Valley, Now 100% Contained
The Smiley Fire, burning in San Bernardino County near the border with Riverside County, has been fully contained.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Aguanga Fire Map: See Mindy Fire Perimeter, Evacuations Downgraded
The brush fire ignited east of Temecula Sunday afternoon, prompting evacuations and warnings during the firefight.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
RivCo's Wolf Fire Scorches 1,400 Acres, Evacuations Remain In Place
Smoke from the brush fire that began Sunday afternoon could be seen across much of Riverside County into Monday morning.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Banning-Beaumont, CA|News|
Banning Fire Map: See Wolf Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Warning Areas
The Wolf Fire exploded to more than 2,400 acres, threatening homes south of the Redlands (10) Freeway.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|News|
Evacuation Warning Lifted For Diablo Residents
A 5-acre fire burning near Mt. Diablo has caused the Contra Contra Sheriff to issue a Level 2 Evacuation Warning.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Power Shutoffs Affect Thousands Across The Southland
Southland utility companies shutoff power to thousands of customers as a precaution amid conditions ripe for wildfires.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Wildfire Burns Over 800 Acres, Injures 3 In San Diego's East County
The blaze, called the Monte Fire, sparked in the 15000 block of El Monte Road in Lakeside, according to Cal Fire.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Lakeside Fire Map: See Monte Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Areas
The blaze broke out Tuesday afternoon in eastern San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Santee, CA|News|
Brush Fire Burns Hundreds Of Acres, Forces Evacuations In Lakeside
The blaze, called the Monte Fire, sparked in the 15000 block of El Monte Road in Lakeside, according to Cal Fire.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Bonsall Fire Map: See Mission 2 Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Areas
The blaze broke out Monday afternoon in northern San Diego County.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Oceanside-Camp Pendleton, CA|News|
Brush Fire Prompts Evacuations, Threatens Structures In San Diego's North County
The San Diego County Sheriff's Office issued evacuation orders and warnings for nearby areas.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
CA Could See Higher Utility Bills Inflated By Eaton Fire Damage Costs: Report
A surcharge could be extended to California rate payers until 2035 to help offset the cost of the disastrous Eaton Fire. What To Know.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Grass Fire Contained In Livermore: LPFD
Firefighters extinguished a small grass fire near Las Positas Road Tuesday.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Suisun City, CA|News|
Fairfield Fire Map: See Vista Grande Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Areas
The Vista Grande Fire broke out Monday evening, and threatened homes in the area.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Midway Fire 85% Contained, 580 Reopened
Firefighters aggressively responded to a Thursday afternoon fire that broke out along 580 near Mountain House.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Midway Fire May Have Started Near Downed Transmission Lines: ACFD
The fast-moving grass fire has burned over 260 acres but is contained as of Thursday afternoon, authorities said.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Murrieta, CA|News|
Murrieta Fire Map: See Baxter Fire Perimeter, Evacuation Warning Areas
The Baxter fire broke out Thursday afternoon, and residents in the area are advised to be ready to leave at a moment's notice.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Wildfire Smoke Has Killed Thousands Of Californians, Study Finds
California and Oregon had the most deaths, researchers report.
Across California|News|
CA Wildfire Threatens World's Oldest Tree
A wildfire in eastern California is threatening the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, home to a nearly 5,000-year-old tree.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Wildfires Leave Toxic Mark On LA Coastline, Threatening Marine Health
Metals from solar panels and electric cars that washed out to sea after LA's fires could have impacts on marine animals and seafood.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Is It Time For LA To Ditch The Palm Tree? Report
These tall trees may be iconic of LA but they helped fuel the wildfires that leveled whole neighborhoods earlier this year.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Youth Theater Production Rises From The Ashes Of The Los Angeles fires
Young actors are putting on a production of "Home" just weeks after the Palisades Fire gutted their homes and their Pierson Playhouse.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
SCE Concedes Its Equipment May Have Sparked LA Fire
SCE acknowledged its equipment may have played a role in Sylmar's Hurst Fire and is exploring "the possibility" of a role in the Eaton Fire.
Paige Austin, Patch Staff
Temecula, CA|News|
Temecula Firefighters Return From Eaton Fire With Stories To Tell
Here's how this group of Station 73 firefighters saved an Altadena woman's home amid the firestorm that demolished neighborhoods.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
2 Atmospheric Rivers To Hit SoCal: How Much Rain To Expect
A parade of storms are making their way through La Niña-impacted California. What risk do they pose to burned areas?
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
Drone Pilot Who Took Out Palisades Firefighting Plane Avoids Jail: DOJ
The man crashed his drone into a plane that was battling the destructive Palisades Fire, taking it out of service for days.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Across America, US|News|
CA Wildfire Recovery: Want To Help? These Charities Are Verified.
Options range from legacy relief organizations to a nonprofit that allows donors to transfer cash directly to people who need help the most.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
FireAid Benefit Concert For LA Fire Relief: Here's How To Watch
Donations are already being accepted. The link is below.
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Wildfire Relief: Festival Napa Valley To Donate Concert Proceeds
"Festival Napa Valley extends its deepest sympathy to all who have lost homes, livelihoods, and loved ones."
Maggie Fusek, Patch Staff
Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
12th Palisades Fire Death Reported
As containment of the Palisades Fire grew to 95% this week, officials confirmed another death tied to the fire.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA County Closes Beaches Due To Toxic Wildfire Runoff
A quarter of LA County's coastline may be impacted by wildfire runoff, health officials said this week.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
What Caused Pacific Palisades Fire Hydrants To Run Dry? Explainer
Hydrant pressure, not water supply, hampered the fire fight against Palisades Fire, officials say. Here's what to know.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
CA Refutes Trump Claim That Troops Entered CA To Turn On Water Flow
No, the military did not enter California to 'turn on the water,' state water officials confirm. What to know.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California|News|
What California Can Learn From Texas On Rebuilding After A Natural Disaster
A bill by Assemblymember John Harabedian aims to speed up housing recovery through a state-led task force.
Los Angeles, CA|News|
'Conclusive Proof' Of Eaton Fire's Origin Will Cost SCE: Attorneys
"This is the clearest evidence that I've ever seen of utilities' equipment being the start of a fire," one veteran wildfire attorney said.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
CA Could Allow Wildfire Victims, Insurers To Sue Big Oil For Damages
Lawmakers have introduced a proposal to allow insurers and natural disaster victims to file lawsuits against the fossil fuel industry.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Malibu, CA|News|
Woman Reunites With Fire Captain Who Saved Her From Palisades Inferno
He risked his life to save her, and she barely got to thank him before he had to go back to the fire's frontline.
