4 people injured in explosion, fire at commercial building in Phoenix suburb
Chandler Fire Department officials said they were called around 2 p.m. after a small explosion at a company that manufactures and sells vitamins and…
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California chocolate truck caught on fire, no injuries reported
The driver said the brakes on the trailer was the culprit. He was able to unhook his truck, but the fire destroyed the trailer and turned all that…
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Erratic winds challenge firefighters battling two major California blazes
A massive wildfire burning out of control in California’s Mojave National Preserve was spreading rapidly amid erratic winds, while firefighters…
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Plane fighting Greek island wildfire crashes killing both pilots, as Italian blaze claims 2 lives
A Greek air force water-dropping plane crashed while diving into a wildfire in southern Greece on Tuesday, killing both pilots, as authorities…
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Man arrested for allegedly committing arson of abandoned structure
Imperial police arrested a 45-year-old man after three units in an abandoned structure in the area of LaBrucherie Road, south of Aten Road were on…
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Yuma Fire Department returns from Rabbit Fire in Riverside County
The Yuma Fire Department engine and four firefighters sent to help assist with the Rabbit Fire in Riverside County returned to…
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Sydcol Waste Management Services on fire, fire now contained
A hazardous waste facility was up in flames Tuesday evening near the Yuma Palms mall. The fire is now…
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Brush fire near westbound Interstate 8 burns about 72 acres
Imperial County Fire is assisting with a brush fire close to westbound Interstate 8 near the Andrade…
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Imperial County helps assist Rabbit fire in Riverside
Fire Engines from El Centro, Holtville, Calipatria, and Centinila State Prison Engine headed north to Riverside County to help assist with the Rabbit…
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California firefighters continue fighting “Rabbit Fire”
Cal Fire says the fire has burned 7,600 acres and is 10% contained. There were some road closures and evacuation warnings in…
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YFD to help California firefighters deal with “Rabbit Fire”
The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) received a mutual aid request from California authorities to join the Imperial Valley Stike Team to deal with the…
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California firefighters battle several brush fires
The blaze sent a large plume of smoke billowing into the sky. Fire officials said it was not immediately threatening any…
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Multiple vehicles and heavy machinery on fire near Winterhaven
The Yuma Fire Department said a semi-trailer containing hazardous materials is on fire on Interstate 8 near…
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California firefighters unveil helitankers, will use to fight wildfires
During peak wildfire season, the Quick Reaction Force will include three CH-47 Chinook Helitankers, which can each carry up to 3,000 gallons of water…
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Importance of cleaning your house vents
Dirty air vents can be a hazard to your house and potentially cause a house fire.…
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Pilot Fire has burned over 32,000 acres in Arizona, no containment
The Arizona State Forestry released aerial footage Sunday, showing the rugged and remote terrain crews are dealing with while trying to control a…
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California authorities evacuate shopping center due to brush fire
When firefighters arrived at the scene, they discovered several spot fires burning in a dry brush-filled area just behind the North Town Center…
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Arizona firefighters put out hot spots while forecasters warn of escalating fire danger
Evacuation orders for a handful of residents in western Arizona impacted by a wildfire have been lifted as fire danger escalates in parts of the West…
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Arizona firefighters put out hot spots while forecasters warn of escalating fire danger
KINGMAN, Ariz. (AP) — Evacuation orders for a handful of residents in western Arizona impacted by a wildfire have been lifted as fire danger…
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Independence day fire burns 100 acres
The fire started around 8:30 p.m. Tuesday night and it may take some time for the flames to be put out…
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