Map shows rising wildfire threat across the U.S.: See if you're affected
A combination of hotter and drier weather and more people living in places that naturally burn are making things complicated.
Over 2 years after South Side Chicago high-rise fire, residents still can't return
In all, people who lived in more than 140 units were displaced. More than two years later, 80 units still were not fixed — ...
Chicago high-rise fire leaves many without homes 2 years later
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The LA Fires Are a Climate Warning: Prepare for a Fiery Future
The relationship between climate and wildfire is fairly simple: Higher temperatures lead to more fire. Higher temperatures increase moisture evaporation, which dries out plants and soil, and makes ...
Dozens remain displaced two years after deadly high-rise fire
Dozens of residents of a South Side high rise remain displaced more than two years after fire damaged 140 units, and there are concerns the building won’t be protected from future fires.
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Early morning fire in Urbana high-rise contained by sprinkler system; no injuries reported
At approximately 5:41 a.m., the Urbana Fire Department was dispatched to 1202 E. Harding Dr. for a fire alarm sounding in the ...
What LA did right before the fires — and why it wasn't enough
Los Angeles has wildfire policies that are far tougher than many of those in Western states. The destruction from the recent fires shows there are still major gaps to address.
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Jersey City high-rise fire is quickly contained
A fire at a Downtown Jersey City high-rise building early Thursday morning was quickly contained, so efficiently that residents never had to leave their apartments, authorities said. Jersey City ...