EnvironmentUSFS: Conditions Ideal For Megafires This SummerJuly 6, 2015 | Amy QuintonDrought, dead and dying trees and a lack of snow in California have left national forests in a perfect condition for large and severe wildfires. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentAll Roads Reopen As Crews Make Progress On Washington FireJune 30, 2015All highways through the burn area of the Washington Fire have reopened as favorable weather conditions have aided firefighters' construction of containment lines.
Cook Fire Burns 180 Acres In Yuba CountyJune 18, 2015 | Bob MoffittUPDATE - 11:13 p.m. - The Cook Fire, burning near Collins Lake, is holding at 180 acres with 50 percent containment. An evacuation center has been closed.
Five Sacramento Agencies Receive New Fire TrucksMarch 27, 2015 | Bob MoffittFive Sacramento-area fire departments have each received a brand new fire engine from California's Office of Emergency Services.
EnvironmentFires In And Near Yosemite Prompt Evacuations Of Homes And CampersSeptember 7, 2014A pair of wildfires -- one inside Yosemite National Park, and another 15-miles south of the park -- have forced officials to evacuate about 300 homes and 100 backcountry campers.
Fire Burns Structures, Cars; Threatens Homes In South SacramentoJune 26, 2014BREAKING - A fire Thursday evening burned structures and vehicles, and threatened houses on Stockton Boulevard near 21st Avenue.
Grass Fire Burning North Of Vacaville Threatens StructuresJune 12, 2014Firefighters are currently battling a grass fire threatening homes North of Vacaville.
Graduation Will Take Place At Roseville High School Despite FireMay 29, 2014 | Bob MoffittUPDATE: Commencement at Roseville High School will proceed Friday despite a fire that damaged the graduation stage.
EnvironmentHigh Fire Danger Due To Winds And HeatMay 28, 2014 | Bob MoffittA combination of low humidity, high temperatures, and high winds has caused the National Weather Service to issue a red flag warning from Modesto to Redding.
Reno Area Fire Department May Get ReorganizedMay 14, 2014 | Ky PlaskonFire services in the Reno area could be consolidated under a new plan. A committee charged with looking at fire services in the Reno area has issued a scathing report on the efficiency of the four departments. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
