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Breaking: Bart Fire reported in Los Angeles County on May 14
A new wildfire was reported today at 4:24 p.m. in Los Angeles County. Bart Fire has been burning on private land. At this ...
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Wildfire Reporting — Expert Advice on Emerging Issues, Recurring Risks
Two California-based journalists offer some reporting best practices, logistical tips, and safety precautions to take when ...
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Family of a helicopter pilot killed in a California wildfire reaches a $15 million settlement
Michael Fournier worked for a private Southern California company that contracts with Cal Fire and other agencies to provide ...
Software error led to millions wrongly receiving evacuation warnings for California wildfire, report says
Genasys Inc., which oversees the alerts, said safeguards have been put in place in order to prevent the error from occurring ...
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Congressional Report Flags Software Failure in LA County's Erroneous Wildfire Alert, Urges System Modernization
Congressional report criticizes LA County's alert system for false wildfire evac warnings due to software failure.
Munich Re's quarterly profit slumps 48% on Los Angeles wildfire claims
By Tom Sims and Alexander Hübner FRANKFURT (Reuters) -German reinsurer Munich Re reported a 48% drop in first-quarter net ...
Business Interruption Insurance: What It Covers and What It Doesn’t After a Wildfire
Learn how business interruption insurance works, including what it covers, what it excludes, and how to file a claim after a ...
Family of pilot killed in a California wildfire helicopter crash reaches a $15 million settlement
Michael Fournier was making water drops on Aug. 19, 2020 when his copter crashed south of the small Central Valley town of ...
Researchers in Las Vegas studying soil from Los Angeles wildfires
Las Vegas Desert Research Institute is helping study the aftereffects of the Los Angeles fires earlier this year.
8 Practical Ways to Help Your Child Cope After a Wildfire
Here are 8 practical tips to support your child’s emotional recovery after a wildfire. Get expert advice from top child ...