Delays in evacuating, or the inability to evacuate safely, can have catastrophic consequences, not only for those trying to ...

The fire agencies are helping Pioneertown residents earn designation as a Firewise Community from the National Fire Protection Association. They’ve formed a three-year action plan and accompanied ...

When disaster strikes, government emergency alert systems offer a simple promise: Residents will get information about nearby ...

Simulations can help emergency crews understand how chaos can cause delays, heighten risks for evacuees and complicate access ...

Many homeowners, particularly in high-risk fire areas, have been forced to turn to the FAIR Plan after being dropped by traditional insurance carriers. In San Diego, residents have seen a surge in ...

A fire at Moss Landing Power Plant in Monterey Bay, California, triggered evacuation orders and the closure of a portion of the state’s Highway 1 on Thursday night, as authorities tried to ...

Israel’s cabinet approved an agreement on a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip that would free Israeli hostages, ending two days of debate that had underscored the pact’s fragility. The full cabinet ...

What car emergencies should I avoid addressing until emergency responders arrive? Fire. While having a fire extinguisher on board can be helpful to put out a small flame, don’t get aggressive ...

PALESTINE, Ark. (WMC) - Westbound traffic on I-40 in Palestine, Arkansas, is currently at a crawl after a semi-trailer fire resulted in a shutdown of all lanes Thursday afternoon. According to the ...