Hundreds evacuate as wildfire spreads in California mountains
The Electra Fire in California's Sierra Nevada Gold Country spread quickly after possibly being sparked by a July 4th barbeque or fireworks.
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Fire fears, supply chain woes cancel fireworks
Fourth of July fireworks in several U.S. cities were canceled amid wildfire concerns, staffing shortages and supply chain issues. Carter Evans takes a look.
Southern California buying back illegal fireworks
Southern California is running a buyback program where criminals can exchange illegal fireworks for gift cards. The program aims to limit the number of fireworks this July Fourth weekend, thereby reducing the possibility of spark induced wildfires. Lilia Luciano has more.
2022 wildfire season sparks to life
Dozens of wildfires were burning across the nation this week. Climate change is making these fires more frequent and intense, and the crews that fight them are feeling the toll. CBS News’ Ben Tracy sat down with Kelly Martin, president of the Grassroots Wildland Firefighters Association, to talk about what these brave firefighters go through.
Biggest chopper to fight wildfires at night
The Chinook is the biggest helicopter to ever fight wildfires at night. The helicopter has a specially-designed tank, which is computer-operated to open at precise GPS points. And at night there’s an added advantage: the fire usually dies down. https://cbsn.ws/39RA5IM
New Mexico wildfire caused by federal employees' critical mistakes, report finds
The U.S. Forest Service said Tuesday that employees made grave errors while planning the intentional burn that grew into the largest wildfire in New Mexico's recorded history.
New approach to combating wildfires
With nearly 41-million acres burned in the past five years alone from wildfires, new thinking is emerging on how officials combat the blazes along with growing concern for firefighters who put their lives on the line. Brook Silva Braga has more.
As more wildfires loom, concern grows about the health of those who fight them
"I just felt angry all the time," said one Forest Service worker. "I felt anxious and angry."
Climate change challenges U.S. power grid
America's aging power grid is already struggling to meet demand, and with extreme weather events becoming more frequent and less predictable, climate change has become a major threat to the country's energy infrastructure. Akshaya Jha, assistant professor of economics and public policy at the Heinz College at Carnegie Mellon University, joined CBS News to discuss.
California wildfire forces evacuations
Evacuation orders are in place in Wrightwood, California, as the Sheep Fire grows. In Montana, flooding has forced closures of all entrances to Yellowstone National Park. Meanwhile, dangerous heat is scorching much of the country. Weather Channel meteorologist Mike Bettes has the forecast.
FEMA will cover 100% of New Mexico wildfire recovery costs, Biden says
"We will be here for you in response and recovery for as long as it takes," the president said.
Homes designed to resist wildfires
In America nearly 50 million homes are in areas that are prone to wildfires. But residents of Paradise, Calif., who lost their homes to the devastating Camp Fire in 2018, are not giving up. Correspondent Ben Tracy looks at how the community is being reborn, using building materials that are designed not to burn.
Prescribed burns caused massive New Mexico fire, report finds
The fire has destroyed at least 330 homes as flames raged through nearly 500 square miles.
Firefighters rescue newborn elk from ashes of massive wildfire
"Cinder" was discovered at a tender days-old age with his umbilical cord still attached, a veterinarian said.
Wildfire burns in Texas' Taylor County
A wildfire burning in Texas' Taylor County this week has scorched more than 9,000 acres and destroyed at least 50 homes.
Firefighters work to contain Coastal Fire
California firefighters are working to contain a wildfire that has destroyed 20 homes in in Laguna Niguel. Mayor Elaine Gennawey tells CBS News' Lana Zak how her community is coping after this tragedy, and the latest on efforts to contain the fire.
Wildfire destroys homes in Southern California
At least 20 homes were torched and hundreds of residents are under evacuation orders after a wildfire tore through a wealthy Southern California neighborhood. CBS Los Angeles reporter Tom Wait shares the latest.
Wildfire near Laguna Beach destroys 20 homes, forces 900 residents to evacuate
At least 900 residents in the city of Laguna Niguel have been evacuated from their homes.
Coastal Fire destroys homes in Orange County
The Coastal Fire in Orange County, California, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, has destroyed multiple homes. Local officials gave an update on the fire Wednesday night. Watch their remarks.
Wildfires threaten Southwest amid predictions of "unprecedented" winds
Thousands have already evacuated due to flames that have charred large swaths of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in northeastern New Mexico.
Biden approves disaster declaration for massive New Mexico wildfires
A series of wildfires burning throughout New Mexico has forced thousands of residents to evacuate and destroyed scores of homes.
Wildfires rage in the West
Wildfires are continuing to scorch parts of the Southwest, with fires spreading across six states. The "Tunnel Fire" near Flagstaff, Arizona, is now in its sixth day with only three% containment. Lilia Luciano has more.
Crews battle to contain raging Arizona wildfire
Firefighters in northern Arizona are up against strong, erratic winds as they battle the Tunnel Fire, which is just 3% contained. KPHO's Holly Bock has the latest.
Raging Arizona wildfire explodes in size
Arizona's governor declared a state of emergency due to the fast-growing Tunnel Fire. KPHO's Amy Cutler has the latest.
Strong winds could spark explosive growth of large Tunnel Fire in Arizona
Gusts of up to 50 mph are forecast for area outside Flagstaff. About 25 structures have been lost and hundreds of homes evacuated.
Thune says he's "optimistic" about ending government shutdown this week
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said he's "optimistic" about ending the government shutdown this week.
Trump says government shutdown ends when Democrats give in
President Trump offered no plan for health care costs, which have been a sticking point in ending a government shutdown, and says it will end when Democrats give in.
Trump administration will use contingency fund to pay partial SNAP benefits
The U.S. Department of Agriculture told a federal court that it will tap into a contingency fund to allow states to issue partial SNAP benefits.
Diane Ladd, Oscar-nominated actress and mother of Laura Dern, dies at 89
Diane Ladd, the actor known for her Oscar-nominated roles in "Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore," "Wild at Heart," and "Rambling Rose" has died.
What experts say about Trump's plans to restart nuclear testing
After his recent remarks about resuming nuclear testing, President Trump told "60 Minutes" "we're the only country that doesn't test."
Trump on cryptocurrency tycoon he pardoned: "I don't know who he is"
President Trump told 60 Minutes he doesn't know the Binance crypto exchange founder he pardoned. Binance has done business with the Trump family's crypto firm World Liberty Financial.
SNAP recipients say they're ready to scrimp amid food-stamp fight
The USDA said it would provide partial food stamp benefits for November, but it's unclear exactly when participants will get those funds.
Illinois man charged with threatening Trump in Instagram video
A Winthrop Harbor man under investigation by the U.S. Secret Service was arrested Monday morning at his home in Lake County, Illinois.
Is COVID-19 during pregnancy linked to autism? New study offers clues
A large study from Massachusetts found that babies whose mothers had COVID-19 while pregnant were slightly more likely to have a range of neurodevelopmental diagnoses by age 3.