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Published on Sep 28, 2026

Gov. Newsom has one last chance to rein in wildfire costs on our electric bills

Opinion by MARK TONEY posted 09.28.2026 Capitol Weekly welcomes Opinions on California public policy or politics. Please read our guidelines for opinion pieces before submitting an Op-Ed. Submissions that do not adhere to our guidelines will not be …

Source: Capitol Weekly - California - Neutral
Published on 00:13 GMT

Ferguson seeks wildfire disaster aid for Spokane, 3 other counties

SPOKANE, Wash. — Gov. Bob Ferguson asked President Donald Trump for a federal Major Disaster Declaration after wildfires tore through Eastern Washington in late July and early August 2026. Ferguson announced the request in Spokane and said the move could …

Source: KNDU - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Washington seeks federal disaster funds as wildfire damage tops $188 million

(The Center Square) - Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is asking President Donald Trump to approve a major disaster declaration for Eastern Washington wildfires that destroyed hundreds of homes, displaced thousands of residents and caused more than $188 …

Source: The Center Square - Right-wing
Published on Sep 28, 2026

UH study: Toxic metals found in Maui residents months after 2023 wildfires

Alika Maunakea, MauiWES co-director and professor at the UH Mānoa John A. Burns School of Medicine. PC: UH The health consequences of catastrophic wildfires that burn through towns and cities may extend far beyond the period when flames are extinguished …

Source: Maui Now - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Toxic metals found in Maui residents months after 2023 wildfires, UH study finds

Reading time: 5 minutes(Photo credit: Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources) The health consequences of catastrophic wildfires that burn through towns and cities may extend far beyond the period when flames are extinguished and smoke disappears …

Source: University of Hawai‘i at Manoa - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Residents near Maui wildfires show elevated metals linked to impacted lung health, study says

Nation & World News A new study finds that metal mixtures found in smoke, ash and debris after the 2023 Maui wildfires affected human lung health FILE - A man views the aftermath of a wildfire in Lahaina, Hawaii, Aug. 19, 2023. (AP Photo/Jae C. …

Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia - Neutral
Published on 01:06 GMT

Padilla, Schiff, Huffman, California Colleagues Condemn Trump Administration Efforts to Repeal Roadless Rule

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff (both D-Calif.), along with U.S. Representative Jared Huffman (D-Calif.-02), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Natural Resources, led 38 members of the California congressional delegation …

Source: YubaNet - California - Center-left
Published on 00:27 GMT

Governor signs Senator Padilla’s Insurance Claims Reforms into law, setting a new standard for wildfire…

SACRAMENTO – Yesterday, Governor Gavin Newsom today signed Senate Bill 876, the Disaster Recovery Reform Act, authored by Senate Insurance Committee Chair Steve Padilla (D-San Diego), a far-reaching set of consumer protections for homeowners and renters …

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Published on Sep 28, 2026

Risk from toxic metals can persist months after wildfires, Maui study finds

Metal mixtures found in the leftover smoke, ash and debris from the deadly 2023 Maui wildfires were harmful to the lung health of people living nearby long after the burning ended, a new study says. The work shows that major wildfires, which are worsening …

Source: STAT - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

California establishes permanent disaster mortgage forbearance requirements, extends wildfire relief period to 24 months

On September 15, the California governor signed two companion mortgage forbearance measures. AB 1842, the California Mortgage Relief Act (Ch. 241, Stats. 2026), creates a permanent statewide framework requiring mortgage servicers to provide forbearance to …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on 00:56 GMT

Newsom signs fire insurance reforms but vetoes two bills addressing complaints by wildfire victims

Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed wildfire insurance reforms, but vetoed bills cracking down on claims-handling practices that drew complaints from January 2025 fire victims. Over the weekend, Newsom signed the Disaster Recovery Reform Act by Sen. Steve Padilla …

Source: Los Angeles Times - Center-left
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Insurers say they're starting to write new California homeowner policies, but how many?

Insurance companies are starting to write new policies in California again after years of holding back as wildfire risk climbed higher. The state Insurance Department says that means outgoing Commissioner Ricardo Lara's new regulations, intended to …

Source: Insurancenewsnet - Pending
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Oklahoma is in 'bad shape' as flash droughts dry ponds and push wildfire danger higher

A dried-up pond in Edmond offers a stark picture of how severe Oklahoma's drought has become. During a legislative committee meeting on Sept. 22, 2026, officials said shrinking water sources, extended dry conditions, and two flash droughts have …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Sep 28, 2026

California Declares Statewide Emergency Before Winter as a Very Strong El Niño Builds in the Pacific

California Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a statewide emergency on Monday, Sept. 21, directing state agencies to stage flood-fighting supplies, position highway equipment and ready the California National Guard well before the first major winter storm …

Source: Nature World News - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

For Alaska student leaders, a lesson in the power of connection solidifies in Healy

Nearly 200 high school students from around the state traveled to Healy this past weekend for the Alaska Association of Student Government conference and an opportunity to debate resolutions that students believe are important, collaborate with each other …

Source: Fairbanks Daily News Miner - Alaska - Neutral
Published on 01:15 GMT

They fought wildfires while serving time. A new law gives them a shot at Cal Fire jobs

In summary A new law will give incarcerated firefighters a leg up when applying to entry-level jobs with Cal Fire. ‘Hard-earned experience counts,” one advocate said. Welcome to CalMatters, the only nonprofit newsroom devoted solely to covering issues that …

Source: CalMatters - California - Center-left
Published on 00:27 GMT

Consumer watchdog says strategy to insure more residents in wildfire areas has failed

The consumer advocacy group looked at rate filings from ten insurers and found they’ve sought more than $500 million in rate increases, while committing to sell just 12,000 new homeowners policies. Consumer Watchdog executive director Carmen Balber says …

Source: KALW - California - Center-left
Published on Sep 28, 2026

Technology is speeding up wildfire claims, but gaps remain

From pre-loss property imagery to AI-assisted damage assessments, insurers have more tools to accelerate wildfire claims Image from Nearmap Wildfire claims are becoming increasingly data-driven as insurers use aerial imagery, artificial intelligence and …

Source: Insurance Business - Neutral
Published on Sep 28, 2026

This tiny California town is on sale for $4.75 million after nearly 40 years — and it comes with a bar, cabins and ...

If owning a California home is one kind of dream, owning an entire California town is another. A small mountain community called Belden has just hit the market for $4.75 million, offering one buyer a chance to take over a four-acre riverside compound in …

Source: Secret Los Angeles - California - Pending

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 17:24 GMT

Matrix Wildfire Unveils Dynamic Hazard Engine Powering Predictive, Massive Area Fire Denial for Rail & Utility Corridors

Software platform delivers asset specific risk intelligence, auditable proof for reinsurers deploying the SENTINEL and GUARDIAN wildfire pre-mitigation systems. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Matrix Wildfire …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 00:27 GMT

Governor signs Senator Padilla’s Insurance Claims Reforms into law, setting a new standard for wildfire…

SACRAMENTO – Yesterday, Governor Gavin Newsom today signed Senate Bill 876, the Disaster Recovery Reform Act, authored by Senate Insurance Committee Chair Steve Padilla (D-San Diego), a far-reaching set of consumer protections for homeowners and renters …

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Published on September 29, 2026 - 00:18 GMT

New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Palisades Interstate Park Commission, and Open ...

Project Supported by $500,000 New York State Environmental Protection Fund Grant The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) today with partners the Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC) and Open Space Institute ( …

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 22:17 GMT

Garfield County urges U.S. Forest Service to select Alternative 3 for Sweetwater Lake

PRESS RELEASE September 23, 2026 The Garfield County Board of County Commissioners is urging the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) to select Alternative 3 as the preferred and final alternative for the Sweetwater Lake Recreation Management and Development Project …

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 20:37 GMT

Sisters in Fire introduces students to wildland firefighting careers

Texas A&M Forest Service hosted the sixth annual Sisters in Fire event Sept. 26 in Manor, giving students an opportunity to experience wildland firefighting and natural resource careers through hands-on training. Twenty-eight participants from eighth …

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 13:45 GMT

NeighborWorks® America Awards More Than $4.14 Million in Supplemental Grants to 23 Local Organizations

Flexible funding across 17 states and the District of Columbia supports affordable housing, disaster recovery and local businesses. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeighborWorks® America is awarding more …

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 23:05 GMT

County Commissioners Dedicate Two Public Safety Vehicles, Extend Emergency Notification System

The Burlington County Commissioners dedicated the Department of Public Safety’s newly acquired mobile emergency services command vehicle and tower ladder truck on Saturday, saying the new equipment will significantly enhance the County’s ability to manage …

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 21:11 GMT

Mississippi State Forester Russell Bozeman Elected President of the National Association of State Foresters

The National Association of State Foresters (NASF) recently elected Mississippi Forestry Commission’s State Forester Russell Bozeman to serve as the association’s president in 2027. NASF is the national organization representing the directors of state …

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 17:24 GMT

Matrix Wildfire Unveils Dynamic Hazard Engine Powering Predictive, Massive Area Fire Denial for Rail & Utility Corridors

Software platform delivers asset specific risk intelligence, auditable proof for reinsurers deploying the SENTINEL and GUARDIAN wildfire pre-mitigation systems. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Matrix Wildfire …

Distribution channels: Emergency Services, Energy Industry ...
Published on September 28, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

CAMPel9 Self-Generating Pellet Heater Launches on Kickstarter for Camping and RV Use

CAMPel9, a portable pellet heater that generates its own electricity from heat, is now available on Kickstarter for campers and RV users. CHEONGJU-SI, CHUNGCHEONGBUK-DO, SOUTH KOREA, September 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Magenic LLC has …

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Published on September 25, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Final Call: Seats Are Running Out for OHCON 2026, Ohio's Premier Public Safety UAS Conference

Pre-conference Program Managers Course is sold out as hands-on Flight OPS training seats go fast ahead of the September 29–30 event at the Ohio Fire Academy COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DRONERESPONDERS …

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Published on September 25, 2026 - 10:03 GMT

Rising seas must not erase countries from the map

DanChurchAid welcomes landmark UN protection of statehood and maritime rights but calls for finance to protect vulnerable communities NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Countries threatened by rising seas …

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Published on September 24, 2026 - 17:22 GMT

Verizon Seeks to Cut Consumer Wireline Service in 18 States

Retirees Say it is Dangerous For Older Americans & Intends to Eliminate Thousands of Union Jobs COLD SPRING HARBOR, NY, UNITED STATES, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It has quietly been disclosed that Verizon has petitioned the …

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Published on September 23, 2026 - 22:31 GMT

INMYTEAM Announces Clinician App to Simplify Patient Care on the Go

New Tablet app brings schedules, patient charts, and assessment transcription together for nurses and therapists. WESTON, FL, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- INMYTEAM, an all-in-one software platform for home care and home …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, Natural Disasters ...
Published on September 23, 2026 - 16:34 GMT

Samaritan Showcases Expanded Vigil Platform at GSX Debut

Samaritan debuts at GSX with new Vigil features supporting a complete protective intelligence workflow: monitor, research, report, and respond. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Samaritan completed its first …

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Published on September 23, 2026 - 15:27 GMT

Repeated Heavy Rain Raises Roof Leak Concerns Across Pinellas County

Repeated heavy rain is putting roof leaks under closer watch across Pinellas County PINELLAS COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Repeated heavy rain is putting roof leaks under closer watch across Pinellas County. Roofers …

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Published on September 23, 2026 - 15:18 GMT

Impact Window Installation Quality Moves Into Focus During Pinellas County Hurricane Season

Hurricane season puts more than impact glass to the test across Pinellas County PINELLAS COUNTY, FL, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hurricane season puts more than impact glass to the test across Pinellas County. A …

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Published on September 23, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Global Outbreak Solutions & LifeStock International Partner to Strengthen Animal Disease Preparedness Worldwide

A collaboration anchored by three experts who serve both organizations unites outbreak preparedness with frontline disease detection, diagnosis, and training. HARRISONBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As transboundary and …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Environment ...
Published on September 23, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Williams Rebuild Marks New Phase of Recovery as Homes Rise Across Altadena

Nearly 40 active rebuilding projects signal visible momentum as neighborhoods begin transitioning from plans on paper to homes under construction ALTADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across Altadena, the sounds of …

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Published on September 22, 2026 - 19:51 GMT

Northern Virginia Business Owner Named to Loudoun 40 Under 40

Northern Virginia Business Owner Named to Loudoun 40 Under 40 LEESBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nathan Cook, a Leesburg, Virginia business owner, has been named to the 2026 class of Loudoun 40 Under 40, an …

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Published on September 22, 2026 - 16:11 GMT

Meridian Rapid Defense Group Opens New Central Ohio Operations Hub

Ohio lawmakers and Worthington Chamber leadership welcome rapidly expanding security company to Columbus COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meridian Rapid Defense Group, an American security company whose …

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Published on September 22, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Tugboat Brings Dedicated Claims Expertise to Nearly 1,000 Residential Units in Tower Lane Capital Partnership

Multifamily portfolios gain full Tugboat membership, dedicated claims support, and pre-loss coverage review. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tugboat, a consumer insurance platform that gives homeowners …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Insurance Industry ...
Published on September 22, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

AIRT Announces 2027 Florida Public Safety and Government Drone Operations Conference at SunTrax

Fifth annual FLOCON will convene UAS professionals for three days of education, scenario-based training and industry engagement WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, September 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AIRT, the leading nonprofit organization …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on September 21, 2026 - 18:48 GMT

Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act Signed Into Law, Expanding Tax Relief for Disaster and Wildfire Victims

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SingerLewak's Tax Advisory Group is informing taxpayers of important new federal tax relief provisions following the enactment of the Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax …

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Published on September 21, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

AiDASH Announces Evolve 2027: PreventionFirst, Together – April 27–29, Chicago

Evolve 2027 brings utilities, regulators, and innovators to Chicago to advance the PreventionFirst™ movement and build a more resilient grid. PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AiDASH, the company leading …

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Published on September 21, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

75 Years Later, CHASING M2 PRO MAX Underwater ROV Extends Raja Santa Exploration to 102.6 Meters

75 years later, 3D LiDAR and CHASING M2 PRO MAX extend Raja Santa exploration to 222.6 meters, supporting future fault studies. GRANADA, GRANADA, SPAIN, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new expedition to Sima de Raja Santa in Atarfe, …

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Published on September 21, 2026 - 08:30 GMT

Iqarus Deploys Specialist Medical Team to Support Ebola Response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

19-person multidisciplinary team is operating a dedicated quarantine, isolation and holding capability in support of the Ebola response. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Iqarus has deployed a specialist 19-person …

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Published on September 21, 2026 - 19:52 GMT

Governor Newsom proclaims state of emergency to bolster statewide El Nino preparedness, protect California

What you need to know: Governor Newsom is taking early action to prepare California for what is shaping up to be a historic El Niño season, which is forecast to be very strong, even the strongest on record. The state of emergency helps California move …

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