Wildfire danger to increase across the West this week

A forecast of more dry weather and stifling heat across the West have fire crews who are already battling numerous large wildfires bracing for more of the same as the week unfolds.

Wildfire danger to increase across the West this week
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California Statewide Fire Summary

CAL FIRE sent along an update on how over 14,600 firefighters are battling over two dozen major fires and lightning complexes across California following hundreds of lightning strikes, as more favorable weather aids their efforts.

California Statewide Fire Summary

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California Statewide Fire Summary

CAL FIRE sent along an update on how over 15,600 firefighters are battling over two dozen major fires and lightning complexes across California following hundreds of lightning strikes.

California Statewide Fire Summary

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The planet on fire – in photos

Greenpeace provided a photo spread that captures images of wildfires burning in various parts of the globe.

The planet on fire – in photos

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California Statewide Fire Summary

CAL FIRE sent along an update on more than two dozen wildfires burning across the Golden State which are being fought by over 14,000 firefighters following nearly 300 lightning strikes.

California Statewide Fire Summary

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California Statewide Fire Summary

CAL FIRE sent along an update on more than two dozen wildfires burning across the state which are being fought by over 14,000 firefighters following nearly 300 lightning strikes.

California Statewide Fire Summary

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California Statewide Fire Summary

CAL FIRE sent along a summary of wildfire activity across the Golden State, where nearly 12,000 firefighters are battling almost two dozen major wildfires and complexes that have killed five people after nearly 12,000 lightning strikes sparked more than 560 wildfires that have burned over 771,00 acres in total.

California Statewide Fire Summary

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There are dozens of large wildfires burning across the US right now. Here's where they are

The National Interagency Fire Center provided details on nearly 80 major wildfires burning in 15 states, which have blackened almost 650,000 acres so far.

There are dozens of large wildfires burning across the US right now. Here's where they are

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Wildfires Map and Updates: Where Fires Are Burning in California

As temperatures soared to historic triple-digit levels across much of the Golden State, an interactive map provides detailed information on nearly 30 wildfires that are being fueled by the heatwave.

Wildfires Map and Updates: Where Fires Are Burning in California

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Northern California Wildfire Updates: Nearly 4,000 Evacuated For Jones Fire In Nevada County

Capital Public Radio provided an interactive map of wildfires burning throughout California, along with an update on several major blazes burning in Northern California.

Northern California Wildfire Updates: Nearly 4,000 Evacuated For Jones Fire In Nevada County

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Single Engine Airtankers stationed in Roseburg this weekend as fire danger increases

Douglas Forest Protective Association worked with the Oregon Department of Forestry to pre-position two Single Engine Airtankers at the Roseburg Airport to assist with future wildfires across southwest Oregon.

Single Engine Airtankers stationed in Roseburg this weekend as fire danger increases

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Pilot planes lead the way in aerial firefighting

A Beechcraft King Air CG90, which is based at San Bernardino International Airport, is providing an important service as an air-tanker lead plane, guiding DC-10s and S-2Ts into their assigned drop zones over Southern California's blazing wildfires.

Pilot planes lead the way in aerial firefighting

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How VR helps train teams to battle wildfires

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the chief commercial officer with Bohemia Interactive Simulations discussed the benefits of using Virtual Reality in lieu of classroom instruction or live fire exercises to train wildland fire personnel.

How VR helps train teams to battle wildfires

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Severe weather threat for Plains as heat grips country, fuels wildfire threat out West

With the National Weather Service forecasting excessive heat across interior Southern California and the desert Southwest this week, the wildfire danger is spiking across the western U.S.

Severe weather threat for Plains as heat grips country, fuels wildfire threat out West

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Monsoon sputters and forests dry up

Following the massive Bush and Polles fires earlier this season, Arizona fire officials worry that an anemic monsoon season, coupled with gusty winds, could lead to a resurgence in wildfires across the Grand Canyon State.

Monsoon sputters and forests dry up

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How We Analyzed Where Older Californians Are At Increased Risk For Wildfire

CalMatters researchers provided some insight into how they conducted a study on where older Californians are at increased risk from wildfires, including geographic hazard information and mapping of the exposure of older and disabled people to wildfire hazard in certain regulated facilities.

How We Analyzed Where Older Californians Are At Increased Risk For Wildfire

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OSHA’s Wildfire Preparedness and Response Page

OSHA and NOAA have worked together on a public education effort to improve preparedness and response to wildfires, producing a chart which allows people to see where their state ranks in terms of wildfire risk and frequency.

OSHA’s Wildfire Preparedness and Response Page

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U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein Introduces the Emergency Wildfire and Public Safety Act - Will Help Protect Communities from Catastrophic Wildfires

Senators Dianne Feinstein and Steve Daines have introduced the Emergency Wildfire and Public Safety Act, a bipartisan bill that will help protect communities from catastrophic wildfires.

U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein Introduces the Emergency Wildfire and Public Safety Act - Will Help Protect Communities from Catastrophic Wildfires

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Wildfire Season Is Projected to Be Bad This Year. Here’s How to Prepare

Homeowners in Southern California were urged to be prepared for wildfires by proper landscaping to provide defensible space, making their homes fire-safe, packing an emergency kit, and having an evacuation plan in place ahead of time.

Wildfire Season Is Projected to Be Bad This Year. Here’s How to Prepare

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Epidemic model shows how COVID-19 could spread through firefighting camps

Colorado State University experts have developed an epidemiological modeling exercise for the U.S. Forest Service and other fire agencies that demonstrates potential risks and various scenarios COVID-19 could pose for the fire management community.

Epidemic model shows how COVID-19 could spread through firefighting camps

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SITES WILDFIRE: Raw video of battle to control Sites Fire on the border of Lake and Colusa counties

Raw video captured the action at Nortlhern California's Sites Fire, where air-tankers and helicopters attacked the blaze from the air, while bulldozers and wildland crews were rushed to the fireline.

SITES WILDFIRE: Raw video of battle to control Sites Fire on the border of Lake and Colusa counties

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