Jeffries says attaching debt limit to wildfire aid is ‘nonstarter’
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Thursday rejected the idea of combining California wildfire aid with a debt ...
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Could Pierce County quickly evacuate during a wildfire? Some would have to escape by water
A wildfire protection plan that’s in the works should include information about areas of Pierce County with heightened ...
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State Insurance Commissioner offers tips to homeowners in high-risk areas of Washington
Washington State's newly elected Insurance ... "We have no evidence of anyone leaving the state because of the wildfire risk at this time but we don't want to be there either," said Kuderer.
Wildfire spurs evacuations in Helene-ravaged North Carolina
Despite the monumental deluge Helene dumped on the region in late September and the catastrophic flooding, officials have warned about elevated wildfire risks.
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Follow Hilary Franz’s leadership on wildfire
“She’s fearless,” echoed Rep. Larry Springer, D-Kirkland, who with Rep. Joel Kretz, R-Wauconda, was prime sponsor on her sprawling wildfire response bill. “She was not afraid to take on any challenge, ...
Western Washington firefighters return home after aiding California wildfire battle
Firefighters from stations in western Washington have returned home after spending several weeks in Southern California ...
There’s growing evidence wildfire smoke could be hurting your brain
Researchers say that long-term exposure to high levels of air pollution, particularly wildfire smoke, is linked to dementia.
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‘Smoke taint’ a growing issue as Washington wine grapes face wildfires
The Washington State Wine Commission hosted a talk Wednesday highlighting research into how wineries around the state can ...