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Butler Fire burning over 200 acres in California, prompts evacuations
The Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office is issuing evacuation notices for residents near the Butler Fire burning in northern California. That’s according to the Genasys Protect and ReadySiskiyou websites.
California wildfire explodes to 80K acres, prompting evacuations
A central California wildfire has exploded to more than more than 80,000 acres, prompting a slew of evacuation notices.
California wildfire explodes to nearly 80,000 acres
A massive California wildfire has prompted evacuation orders and a highway closure. The Madre Fire ignited Wednesday afternoon in San Luis Obispo County, according to Cal Fire. It has since grown to 79,
Firefighters gain ground on California’s largest wildfire of the year
Firefighters on the ground and in the air are making significant progress in containing California’s largest wildfire of 2025. The Madre Fire, which broke out shortly after 1 p.m. on July 2 on the Carrizo Plain in San Luis Obispo County,
Madre Fire grows to 70,800 acres, largest in California this year
The Madre Fire in central California expanded to 70,800 in two days, making it the largest wildfire this year in California.
Massive Wildfire In California Threatens Billions In Damage
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that California’s largest wildfire of 2025 is already burning over 70,000 acres near Santa Barbara, with minimal containment. While the affected area is less densely populated than Los Angeles,
Firefighters scramble as multiple wildfires erupt in California 'expected to increase steadily'
"The threat is driven by persistent drought, high grass loads, and weakening coastal moisture." Firefighters scramble as multiple wildfires erupt in California 'expected to increase steadily' first appeared on The Cool Down.
California’s largest wildfire nears 80,000 acres as smoke triggers health warnings and evacuations
The Madre Fire, now the largest wildfire in California this year, expanded to 79,630 acres by Saturday, July 5, prompting expanded evacuation orders and worsening air quality across parts of
Chilling map shows California wildfire explode in size as residents told 'LEAVE NOW'
The Madre fire in central California has exploded in size, burning nearly 80,000 acres as officials warn of an 'immediate threat to life'
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Counting These Sheep May Take Awhile: People Are Stunned As More Than 300 Sheep Storm A California Street
Screenshot from CHP- Santa Barbara Highway Patrol Facebook Page When people tell you to count sheep to fall asleep, I am sure ...
Northern California forecast: Mild weather stretches into the work week
SO YES, WE HAVE THE STRANGE WEATHER FEATURE, THIS AREA OF LOW PRESSURE THAT HAS DROPPED OFF OF THE JET STREAM AND IS JUST ...
Capsized: Lives upended and lives saved during ‘freak’ storm on Lake Tahoe
A ferocious storm killed eight people on a day full of misfortunes and coincidences that showed the limits of human control.
The hurricane name game: Will people take a storm called Flossie seriously?
The latest name assigned to a tropical storm – Flossie – in the Eastern Pacific prompted more than a few raised eyebrows and ...
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Storm Tracker Forecast: Bright & hot start to your work week
It's a good idea to throw on light clothing, grab your sunglasses and pack extra water as you get ready to head out the door ...
Over 300 Sheep Storm a California Street and Fill the Road After Getting Loose
"Turns out, the grass wasn't greener on the other side — but that didn’t stop them from trying!" read the statement from the ...
With 6,000-foot tunnel and $2.1 billion, California set to save remote region
The stakes are especially high in this remote corner of the state. The Environmental Impact Report notes that “U.S. 101 is the only north/south state highway in the county, and the only viable route ...
Lake Tahoe storm surge explained: What caused it and why it was so dangerous
Mountain storms can change quickly. Here’s a breakdown of the weather event that caused tragedy over the weekend.
Man wanted in California for posing as U.S. Marshal shot dead by deputies
A 40-year-old man arrested last month for alleged vandalism and impersonating a U.S. Marshal was shot dead this week by ...
Tropical Storm Flossie continues to strengthen in Pacific: See tracker
Tropical Storm Flossie is expected to continue to strengthen in the Pacific Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said.