New Cal Fire maps show areas of wildfire hazard. What do they say about Sacramento County?
The new fire hazard severity zone maps issued by Cal Fire this week are part of a two-month statewide rollout.
New York Wildfire Update: Maps, Tracker Show Counties Under Threat
A state of emergency was declared by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and around 100 fire companies were reportedly deployed.
New wildfire maps highlight Sacramento area's wildfire vulnerabilities
"It is always a concern, when you live in an area that it is so open, that you could have a fire erupt at any point," said Corinne Beshara.
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CAL FIRE Overhauls Wildfire Risk Maps that May Result in Stricter Rules
Researchers use models that combine how weather, topography and types of vegetation raise the risk that a fire will grow ...
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New Cal Fire maps: Here’s what they can tell you about your risk — and what they can’t
Cal Fire’s maps characterize the threat of a potential fire that ignites in the wildland ... But these zones could eventually impact a vast number of California yards. The California Board of Forestry ...
2 million acres of land in California designated as ‘high’ or ‘very high’ fire danger areas
In some areas, hazards have surged. Buildings in the highest hazard zones will be subject to the strictest fire-resiliency rules.
They live in California's Republican districts, feel betrayed by looming health care costs
Several California Republicans represent towns that rely on Medicaid for health care coverage. Their recent budget-cutting ...
Update: Palisades Fire remains 100% contained, 23,706.6 acres destroyed in Los Angeles County
Palisades Fire initially started 10:30 a.m. Jan. 7 in Los Angeles County. It has burned 23,706.6 acres after being active for ...
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New California Maps Show Big Increase in Areas Facing ‘High’ or ‘Very High’ Wildfire Risk
The maps released this week apply only to inland Northern California ... in the highest severity fire zones. The ember-resistant zone is intended to address the threat of firebrands carried ...
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New Maps Show 2.3M Acres at High Risk for Wildfires in California
California adds 2.3M acres to high-risk fire zones, with new rules for ember-resistant zones. California's wildfire risk is rising, with over 2.3 million acres in high-risk zones. Droughts and ...