PLEASANTON, Calif. - Many first responders are on high alert, including Alameda County's new Hand Crew 8 for the upcoming storms. That's a team of firefighters assigned to respond to downed trees ...

At 0433 this morning Strike Team 9163G left the unit to #OakFire…Your firefighter hand crews will be playing a critical role in fire suppression efforts. @CalGuard @CALFIREMMU pic.twitter.com ...

Fairmont Fire initially started 2:56 p.m. July 3 in Alameda County, California. It has burned 6.6 acres after being active ...

ALAMEDA COUNTY – Illegal fireworks made for a "very busy night" for the Alameda County Fire Department on the Fourth of July, according to a department spokesperson. Most of the activity ...

The fire was first reported at approximately 3:17 p.m. As of 6:12 p.m. the fire is out for the most part, according to Alameda County Fire Division Chief Chris Marks.

The Creek Fire in Alameda County reaches 75% contained after burning through 744 acres. ... Several engines, dozers, hand crews and water tenders and 89 personnel were also assigned to the fire.