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Lodi firefighters share experiences battling wildfires
More than a week after returning from the Ferguson and Carr fires, several Lodi firefighters on Friday reflected on their experiences battling the blazes.
Wildfires: What are the 6 “Ps” of wildfire evacuation?
Should your home be threatened by wildfire and you are ordered to evacuate, what would you do?
Wildfires: You've Got Questions, We've Got Answers
What does containment mean? How are wildfires named? What happens after your house burns?
What are the top causes of wildfires?
Firefighters give advice on how to prevent house fires
You hear about house fires quite often, but did you know everyday choices you make influence if and when they start?People are trying to find ways to assist their furnaces to keep up on the heat, you see a lot of space heaters being used, you see a lot mor
Wildfires will change how people live around the planet
Climate experts said wildfires are changing from seasonal events to become a constant threat — and the world needs to be better prepared.
13 Things You Didn't Know About Wildfires
We're giving you answers to your most burning questions about why, when, and how wildfires happen, straight from the experts.
How Wildfires Are Polluting Rivers and Threatening Water Supplies
As wildfires become more frequent and destructive in a warming world, they are increasingly leaving in their wake debris and toxic runoff that are polluting rivers and fouling water supplies. Some municipalities are having to upgrade their water treatment methods to counter the new danger.
Firefighters offer safety tips for space heaters
Dropping temperatures mean more Tri-Staters are turning their heaters up but using them incorrectly can be dangerous.
This is what driving through a raging wildfire looks like
'Just keep driving. Not too too fast, we'll be okay.'
What's in wildfire smoke, and why is it so bad for your lungs?
Wildfires blanketing several Western cities are creating hazardous health conditions. Don't count on cloth masks to protect your lungs.
What Happens to Wildlife During a Wildfire?
So, what exactly is the impact of forest fires on wildlife? It turns out that like most things in life, it’s a mixed bag. On one hand, wildfire is a natural part of the ecosystem in the western United States, and wildlife has a long relationship with it. Some species even benefit from the blazes. On the other hand, of course fire can be dangerous to animals and plants that can’t outrun it.
Wildfires Are Getting More Destructive. There Are No Easy Ways to Prevent Them
Wildfire! How to Protect Your Home and Family
Nearly a third of U.S. homes are vulnerable to wildfire. Reduce your risk by preparing now with these tips
How Your Furniture Endangers Firefighters
Consumer goods are increasingly made of synthetic materials and coatings. The carcinogens they give off when they burn could be driving high cancer rates among first responders.
How To Help With The Amazon Rainforest Wildfires
Images and videos of the record-breaking fires raging across the Amazon rainforest have been spreading across the internet, but what can we do to help?
How to Fireproof Your Home from Wildfires
Your home keeps family safe and holds priceless memories. Learn how to fireproof your home from wildfires from the experts at Mercury Insurance.
Meet the scientists trying to understand the world’s worst wildfires
It won’t be easy to update the 47-year-old standard for predicting what fires will do—but it will save lives.
Why pension age is such a burning issue for firefighters
Imagine the absolute terror of waking up in bed and realising the room is full of smoke.
How Smart Technologies Can Help Fight Wildfires
Utilities like electricity are crucial during emergencies, but they can also be the cause. So what can we do to prevent potential catastrophes and be prepared when they do happen? With wildfires ravaging our local cities, we decided to take a look at what technologies like edge AI, inductive energy harvesting, and secure long-range wireless mesh networks could do to help paint a more detailed picture for utilities of the current status of their electrical infrastructure.
Tips to combat ‘unhealthy’ air from wildfire smoke
