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Researchers call on Newsom to pay for post-fire soil testing in Los Angeles County
A group of environmental researchers is calling on the Newsom administration to step in and pay for soil testing at thousands ...
Breaking: Bart Fire reported in Los Angeles County on May 14
A new wildfire was reported today at 4:24 p.m. in Los Angeles County. Bart Fire has been burning on private land. At this ...
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Wildfire Reporting — Expert Advice on Emerging Issues, Recurring Risks
Two California-based journalists offer some reporting best practices, logistical tips, and safety precautions to take when ...
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Family of a helicopter pilot killed in a California wildfire reaches a $15 million settlement
Michael Fournier worked for a private Southern California company that contracts with Cal Fire and other agencies to provide ...
Software error led to millions wrongly receiving evacuation warnings for California wildfire, report says
Genasys Inc., which oversees the alerts, said safeguards have been put in place in order to prevent the error from occurring ...
Insurance commissioner signals possible probe into State Farm’s handling of L.A. wildfire claims
After fielding complaints at a community meeting about how State Farm is handling Los Angeles wildfire claims, California ...
SoCalGas ramps up gas connections in wildfire burn zones
SoCalGas said it is prioritizing applications and service connections for customers rebuilding after the fires.
Family of pilot killed in a California wildfire helicopter crash reaches a $15 million settlement
Michael Fournier was making water drops on Aug. 19, 2020 when his copter crashed south of the small Central Valley town of ...
Business Interruption Insurance: What It Covers and What It Doesn’t After a Wildfire
Learn how business interruption insurance works, including what it covers, what it excludes, and how to file a claim after a ...
Dispensary security guard opens fire at suspected burglars in Los Angeles
A security guard working at a Los Angeles marijuana dispensary opened fire on suspected burglars early Thursday morning, ...