Man dies trying to escape Southern California wildfire, sheriff says
Authorities are investigating another wildfire-related death that happened as crews battled massive blazes across Southern California. On Friday, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office said a man’s body was found in the Santa Clara River bottom near Ventura,
Video shows the cleanup of the deadly Olivas Fire in Southern California
The Olivas Fire, which burned in a riverbed adjacent to Olivas Park Drive in Ventura, is seen from video shot by the Ventura County Fire Department on Jan. 8, 2025. At least one person, believed to be unhoused,
Palisades Fire: Local firefighter injured while deployed on a Southern California wildfire
A Ventura County firefighter was struck by a vehicle Tuesday while deployed on the Palisades Fire. The Ventura County Fire Department said the firefighter was taken to a local hospital in stable condition. His injuries were described as minor, officials said.
‘Big one we all feared’: Wildfires devastate Southern California
The Palisades and Eaton fires tear through homes and leave at least five dead. Smaller fires also add to state of alert in Los Angeles County.
Palisades Fire devastates LA County, jumps in size as winds batter Southern California
Tens of thousands have fled their homes as a brush fire in the Pacific Palisades has burned nearly 3,000 acres. Authorities have said the blaze could grow further as strong winds are expected to continue in the region.
5 dead in Southern California wildfires
As deadly wildfires continue to burn out of control in Southern California, at least 5 are confirmed dead and more firefighters are desperately needed on the frontlines.
Firefighters battle to extinguish homes set ablaze by Palisades wildfire
Firefighters doused homes set ablaze by wildfires that have killed at least two people and forced tens of thousands were forced to evacuate. Video credit: Ventura County Fire Department PIO.
Thousands in Ventura County still without power during efforts to reduce fire risk
Outages could last several days and will end when crews inspect power lines, according to Southern California Edison.
Wind advisory affecting Southern California until Sunday afternoon, says the NWS
On Saturday at 1:55 a.m. the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA issued a wind advisory valid from 9 a.m. until Sunday 2 p.m. The ...
California wildfires live updates: Palisades Fire expands east to Brentwood and Encino
Gov. Gavin Newsom called for an independent investigation into the loss of water pressure to local fire hydrants and the ...
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Power outages in Ventura County due to winds force some businesses to close
VENTURA, Calif. - While a major wind event has been shaking Southern California, the impacts have affected businesses and ...
Fire weather watch issued for Southern California for Saturday and Sunday, says the NWS
On Friday at 2:48 p.m. a fire weather watch was issued by the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA valid from Saturday 6 p.m. until ...
Ventura County sees big drop in drug overdose deaths. What's causing the decline?
Fatal drug overdoses in Ventura County were down 30% in the first nine months of 2024, compared to the same period of 2023.
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Southern California braces for another round of fierce, wicked Santa Ana winds
Southern California braced for another round of wicked Santa Ana winds after three wildfires erupted on Tuesday.
Watch: Biden gives remarks on combating California wildfires
President Biden gave remarks Friday about the federal response to the wildfires that continue to devastate the Los Angeles ...