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California Fire Insurance Expected to Rise 22% as ‘Emergency Rate’

State Farm, California’s largest insurer, has filed an emergency request with the state for a 22% rate hike on homeowner policies, citing a "dire situation" for both customers and the insurance industry.

Los Angeles Wildfire Waste Cleanup the ‘Largest’ in EPA History

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that it has initiated its "largest wildfire hazardous waste cleanup" in agency history.

Heavy Metals Found in Soil in Aftermath of CA Fire

Researchers affiliated with San Jose State University discovered higher concentrations of the metals nickel, cobalt, and manganese in Elkhorn Slough, a location near a battery storage plant that recently went up in flames.

Surveillance Video Suggests Southern California Edison May Be Linked to Deadly Eaton Fire

Newly obtained surveillance footage suggests that the catastrophic Eaton Fire, which has claimed 17 lives and destroyed over 9,400 structures in Altadena and Pasadena, may have been ignited by Southern California Edison’s (SCE) power lines.

Gov. Newsom Launches ‘LA Rises’ Initiative for Fire Recovery Efforts

In response to the devastating Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades and the Eaton Fire in Altadena, which left thousands of families without homes, California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced the launch of a major initiative, "LA Rises,"aimed at accelerating recovery and rebuilding efforts.

Dozens of Dogs Rescued from California Wildfires Arrive in Phoenix

In a heartwarming effort to support fire-stricken California communities, over 50 dogs have been flown to Arizona after being rescued from shelters overwhelmed by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.

Fire Destroys Historic Bell Tower in Paris’ 12th District Town Hall

A devastating fire tore through the town hall of Paris' 12th arrondissement early Monday, severely damaging the 19th-century building’s iconic bell tower. No casualties were reported, but authorities have warned of a potential collapse of the structure’s upper portion.

Arizona Firefighters Assist in California Wildfire Effort

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management has stepped up to support wildfire efforts in neighboring California, where devastation has left thousands displaced.

California’s Hughes Fire Reaches 10,000 Acres

Another fire in California has now spread to more than 10,000 acres. As of 11 p.m. PT on Wednesday, the fire was only 14% contained.

Trump Visits North Carolina and California in First Trip of Second Term

President Donald Trump will embark on his first official trip of his second term on Friday, focusing on areas impacted by natural disasters in North Carolina and California. The visit will include meetings with victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and those affected by devastating wildfires in California, as he emphasizes the need for better disaster preparedness and response.

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