Southern California wildfire burns homes and businesses

As California wildfires become more frequent, people will need to fireproof their homes. Here’s what it takes to do it
Steven Snyder stood by his bedroom window, gazing out as his neighborhood burned. Waves of red and orange flames and plumes of black smoke swallowed everything in sight — yet, remarkably, his house stood unscathed.
California wildfires destroy more than 130 homes as governor declares state of emergency
The blaze erupted on Wednesday morning and spread rapidly, fanned by fierce seasonal Santa Ana winds from California's desert interior.
Southern California wildfire burns homes and businesses: 'We suffered great damage'
Firefighters were gaining ground Monday on a wildfire that raced across more than 32 square miles north of Los Angeles, damaged or destroyed almost 250 homes, businesses and other structures and continued to "creep and smolder" in steep rugged terrain.
‘We barely made it out’: Californians desperately flee their homes amid raging wildfires
Terrie Morin, 60, and her husband Dave were at the barber shop when they heard about a raging wildfire making headway toward their Camarillo home on Wednesday morning.
Southern California Wildfire Forces Thousands to Flee Amid High Winds
Firefighters in Ventura County, California continue to battle a rapidly growing wildfire that has forced thousands to evacuate.
Fire officials describe harrowing conditions as Southern California wildfire exploded
Authorities said firefighters battled fierce, howling winds and rescued people as a fast-moving Southern California wildfire exploded in size.
AP photos show the terror of Southern California wildfires and the crushing aftermath
Before the wildfire comes a decision: what to save. It often comes down to “the smallest things," Dawn Deleon told ABC7.
Camarillo residents told to avoid using water during Mountain Fire
Camarillo regulators told residents to avoid using their water after the Mountain Fire possibly sent toxins into the supply.
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California wildfire burns out of control but firefighters could get a break when winds diminish
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Explosive Southern California wildfires driven by powerful Santa Ana winds burn 15,000 acres
Powerful Santa Ana winds near Los Angeles are fueling some of the most significant wildfire threats in years across Southern California.
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A firefighter prepares to douse flames while battling the Mountain Fire on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, in Santa Paula, Calif.
Homes burned, residents evacuated in California amid ‘life-threatening’ fire conditions
The Mountain Fire in Ventura County has quickly spread as strong winds continue in the region. Follow here for live updates.
Fire crews on both US coasts battle wildfires; 1 death in New York-New Jersey fire
POMPTON LAKES, N.J. (AP) — Fire crews on both coasts of the United States continued battling wildfires on Sunday, including a ...