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California homeowners urged to harden homes against wildfire embers

California wildfire home hardening can help limit damage from wind-driven embers that enter vents, collect in gutters or ignite nearby debris. CAL FIRE recommends a five-foot ember-resistant zone, regular maintenance and fire-resistant upgrades statewide. Wind-driven embers can ignite homes far from flames California homeowners are being urged to strengthen properties ag

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California homeowners urged to harden homes against wildfire embers

California wildfire home hardening can help limit damage from wind-driven embers that enter vents, collect in gutters or ignite nearby debris. CAL FIRE recommends a five-foot ember-resistant zone, regular maintenance and fire-resistant upgrades statewide. Wind-driven embers can ignite homes far from flames California homeowners are being urged to strengthen properties ag

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Sandy Fire in Simi Valley Forces 17,000 Evacuations as Crews Gain Ground

The Sandy Fire in Simi Valley forced more than 17,000 residents to evacuate after a fast-moving wildfire broke out in Ventura County, California, south of Los Angeles. The fire was reported at around 10:00 AM local time on Monday, May 18, 2026, in the hills above Simi Valley. By the morning of Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the blaze had burned more than 1,300 acres, with CAL FIRE reporting about 1,386 acres affected as dry brush and strong

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Sandy Fire in Simi Valley Forces 17,000 Evacuations as Crews Gain Ground

The Sandy Fire in Simi Valley forced more than 17,000 residents to evacuate after a fast-moving wildfire broke out in Ventura County, California, south of Los Angeles. The fire was reported at around 10:00 AM local time on Monday, May 18, 2026, in the hills above Simi Valley. By the morning of Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the blaze had burned more than 1,300 acres, with CAL FIRE reporting about 1,386 acres affected as dry brush and strong

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California Wildfires Spread As Sandy Fire Triggers Evacuations

California Fires Spread Amid Dry Windy Conditions Two California wildfires continued to burn Monday as dry weather and strong winds helped flames move quickly across parts of Southern California, on May 18,2026. The Sandy Fire in Ventura County and the Santa Rosa Island Fire in Santa Barbara County together scorched thousands of acres, prompting evacuations, emergency response efforts, and closures in affected areas. Fire of

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California Wildfires Spread As Sandy Fire Triggers Evacuations

California Fires Spread Amid Dry Windy Conditions Two California wildfires continued to burn Monday as dry weather and strong winds helped flames move quickly across parts of Southern California, on May 18,2026. The Sandy Fire in Ventura County and the Santa Rosa Island Fire in Santa Barbara County together scorched thousands of acres, prompting evacuations, emergency response efforts, and closures in affected areas. Fire of

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Pass Fire Near Livermore Held to 69 Acres, CAL FIRE Says

The Pass Fire near Livermore burned 69 acres after starting near Altamont Pass Road in Alameda County, California, at 12:03 PM PDT on Sunday, May 17, 2026, according to CAL FIRE. CAL FIRE’s Santa Clara Unit handled the response to the vegetation fire near Altamont, northeast of Livermore. The agency said the cause remained under investigation, and no incident management team was assigned. Fire Started Near Altamont Pass Road

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Pass Fire Near Livermore Held to 69 Acres, CAL FIRE Says

The Pass Fire near Livermore burned 69 acres after starting near Altamont Pass Road in Alameda County, California, at 12:03 PM PDT on Sunday, May 17, 2026, according to CAL FIRE. CAL FIRE’s Santa Clara Unit handled the response to the vegetation fire near Altamont, northeast of Livermore. The agency said the cause remained under investigation, and no incident management team was assigned. Fire Started Near Altamont Pass Road

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Firefighters battle Berry Fire in Napa County with no containment yet

A fast-moving vegetation fire has erupted in Napa County, consuming approximately 50 acres north of Lake Berryessa by late Friday morning. The incident, officially named the Berry Fire, began around 10:50 a.m. in the area surrounding Berryessa Knoxville Road. Fire authorities have confirmed that as of the most recent update, the blaze is at 0% containment and continues to burn with a moderate rate of spread, posing challenges for firefighting teams operating in

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Firefighters battle Berry Fire in Napa County with no containment yet

A fast-moving vegetation fire has erupted in Napa County, consuming approximately 50 acres north of Lake Berryessa by late Friday morning. The incident, officially named the Berry Fire, began around 10:50 a.m. in the area surrounding Berryessa Knoxville Road. Fire authorities have confirmed that as of the most recent update, the blaze is at 0% containment and continues to burn with a moderate rate of spread, posing challenges for firefighting teams operating in

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Midway Fire Near Livermore Burns 262 Acres, Now 60% Contained

A fast-moving grass fire that broke out Thursday afternoon near Livermore, California, has scorched 261.8 acres but is now reported to be 60% contained, according to the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD). Known as the Midway Fire, it started around 2:51 p.m. near Patterson Pass Road and Midway Road, just outside of Mountain House. As of 6:03 p.m. on Thursday, forward progress of the fire had been stopped. Initial containment efforts were quickly escalated as the fire jumped the

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Midway Fire Near Livermore Burns 262 Acres, Now 60% Contained

A fast-moving grass fire that broke out Thursday afternoon near Livermore, California, has scorched 261.8 acres but is now reported to be 60% contained, according to the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD). Known as the Midway Fire, it started around 2:51 p.m. near Patterson Pass Road and Midway Road, just outside of Mountain House. As of 6:03 p.m. on Thursday, forward progress of the fire had been stopped. Initial containment efforts were quickly escalated as the fire jumped the

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California homeowners urged to harden homes against wildfire embers

California homeowners urged to harden homes against wildfire embers

Sandy Fire in Simi Valley Forces 17,000 Evacuations as Crews Gain Ground

Sandy Fire in Simi Valley Forces 17,000 Evacuations as Crews Gain Ground

California Wildfires Spread As Sandy Fire Triggers Evacuations

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Pass Fire Near Livermore Held to 69 Acres, CAL FIRE Says

Pass Fire Near Livermore Held to 69 Acres, CAL FIRE Says

Firefighters battle Berry Fire in Napa County with no containment yet

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California homeowners urged to harden homes against wildfire embers

California homeowners urged to harden homes against wildfire embers

Sandy Fire in Simi Valley Forces 17,000 Evacuations as Crews Gain Ground

Sandy Fire in Simi Valley Forces 17,000 Evacuations as Crews Gain Ground

California Wildfires Spread As Sandy Fire Triggers Evacuations

California Wildfires Spread As Sandy Fire Triggers Evacuations

Pass Fire Near Livermore Held to 69 Acres, CAL FIRE Says

Pass Fire Near Livermore Held to 69 Acres, CAL FIRE Says

Firefighters battle Berry Fire in Napa County with no containment yet

Firefighters battle Berry Fire in Napa County with no containment yet

Midway Fire Near Livermore Burns 262 Acres, Now 60% Contained

Midway Fire Near Livermore Burns 262 Acres, Now 60% Contained

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