Wildfire Risk Remains High In NC; Forest Service Urges Vigilance
The state forest service is urging residents to do their part in reducing wildfires, as dry-weather conditions present an increased risk.
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As California Wildfire Neared, A Family Raced To Save Its Animals
As the fire engulfed their small farm in the Santa Clarita Valley, Samantha Hull and her family managed to escape. But they lost their home and many of their beloved animals.
Are Blackouts The Future For California?
Residents are wondering whether widespread power outages are the future and whether they're the only way to prevent wildfires. New technology may help prevent them if utilities are willing to invest.
Power Is Gradually Restored To Thousands of Californians After 2nd Day Of Outages
PG&E says the decision to unplug some customers' power "was based on forecasts of dry, windy weather including potential fire risk." California is at the peak of its wildfire season.
Suspected Arson At Anime Studio In Japan Kills At Least 33 People
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said the apparently deliberate act in Kyoto is "too appalling for words." A suspect has been taken into custody.
A Fire Kills 14 Crew Members Onboard Russian Navy Sub
Russia's Defense Ministry said the submariners were poisoned by fumes from the fire, which broke out on a navy deep water research vessel.
Explosions At Philadelphia Oil Refinery Send A Giant Ball Of Fire Skyward
The blasts were the result of a fire that is "confined and being addressed, but it is not under control," a Philadelphia fire official said. The incident prompted a brief shelter-in-place order.
'There Is Clearly Something Happening': Fires Destroy 3 Black Churches In Louisiana
Officials have not determined the cause of the fires, but have said they are unable to rule out the possibility of arson or that the three incidents were all related.
Emergency Exits Were Locked In Building Where 25 People Died From Fire, Officials Say
"This wasn't an accident; it's murder," Public Works and Housing Minister SM Rezaul Karim told reporters, blaming negligence for Thursday's deadly fire.
Historic Manuscripts Saved From St. Louis Fire
A four-alarm fire at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum on Tuesday nearly destroyed a large collection of artifacts. But firefighters were able to preserve many of the rare items.