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Neighborhoods Ravaged by CA Wildfires Being Rebuilt Sans Soil Testing
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s controversial decision to forgo soil testing in communities burned in the Eaton and ...
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After the fires: Managing piles of ash and lost homes in California
The Los Angeles County fires destroyed thousands of properties. Local residents, including a National Recycling Coalition ...
Rebuild or Relocate? How Home Insurance Impacts Wildfire Victims’ Choices
The recent L.A. County wildfires have left many families in a tough spot, trying to figure out what to do next: Should they ...
California officials release new fire hazard map: Check your neighborhood
Two months after deadly wildfires razed thousands of homes in the Los Angeles area, Cal Fire has released a new map showing ...
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California Courts Continue to Grapple with What Constitutes Wildfire “Direct Physical Loss or Damage”
California insureds should still closely review their policies for potential coverage after fire- and smoke-related damage. In Gharibian, insured homeowners sought coverage after the 2019 Saddle ...
California fire hazard severity maps released for 4th phase. See where SoCal counties stand
California officials on Monday released the fourth and final set of county maps that rate the likelihood and severity of ...
Should Malibu fire victims rebuild their coastal homes when the ocean is advancing?
In rebuilding, Malibu homeowners face the challenge of not just fire danger but also sea level rise. Some argue the land ...
Artist creates memories for L.A.-area wildfire victims who lost their homes: "We'll have this forever"
With the help of more than a dozen artists across the country, Asher Bingham is creating lasting memories for California ...
Southern California wildfire damage should spur Texas lawmakers, first responders to better prepare for similar disasters | Editorial
While Congress debates whether to provide aid for California wildfires, Texas must address its own vulnerabilities to similar ...
Many California Trees Survived the Wildfires. Here’s Why.
As the fires that ravaged Los Angeles in January ebbed, many trees were left standing next to burnt down homes. Here’s why.
Major Snow and Rain Storms To Hit California Hard 2 Months After Wildfires: How To Protect Your Home From the Elements
Meanwhile, between 1 to 3 feet of snow is expected to blanket the Sierra Nevada, raising the risk of avalanches. The NWS ...