A Prescribed Burn Association member uses a drip torch to ignite a controlled burn at the Pacific Union College Forest on May ...

Initial location: Plumas County, Calif. The pile burning project, called Bk Mohawk Valley, was initiated 8:24 a.m. Nov. 5 in ...

Sage Fire initially started 4:16 p.m. Oct. 27 in Mono County, California. Since its discovery 11 days ago, it has burned 260 acres. As of Friday afternoon, the fire crew managed to contain 40% of the ...

The Sonoma Ecology Center will conduct controlled pile burns Friday, Nov. 7, at the Montini Open Space Preserve in Sonoma as ...

What you need to know: Governor Newsom signed an executive order doubling down on California’s commitment to fire prevention by expanding the state’s use of beneficial fire — also known as prescribed ...

Efforts to reduce wildfires in California are converging with this week's executive order from Gov. Gavin Newsom. “California is not letting up when it comes to confronting the wildfire crisis." ...

A fast-moving fire broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday night, threatening one of Los Angeles’ most iconic spots as ...

Lake Lagunitas has received more than 3.5 inches of rain since July, compared to 0.06 inches during the same period last year, according to the Marin Municipal Water District.

California needs new rules to help future wildfires from destroying homes and businesses. But Zone Zero regulations, a key ...

The Oakland Museum of California display opening Friday explores indigenous communities’ historic use of controlled burns.