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Published on 14:08 GMT

Sen. Alex Padilla to propose a national Wildfire Intelligence Center

In the wake of last month’s devastating Southern California wildfires, Sen. Alex Padilla wants to establish a national Wildfire Intelligence Center to streamline future federal response to such disasters — including in real time as fires break out. The …

Source: Whittier Daily News - California - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Idaho firefighter injured in August wildfire now speaking again

BOISE, Idaho — A firefighter in northern Idaho was struck by a falling tree in August 2024, leading to traumatic brain injury and many broken bones. His road to recovery was expected to be tough, but Justin Shaw is now using his voice again. The Shaw …

Source: KTVB 7 - Idaho - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

PacifiCorp was grossly negligent in Oregon’s 2020 wildfires. Now it’s asking lawmakers for protection.

Kathleen Becherer, 77, retired in 2014 to the Santiam River Canyon, where she hoped for a life filled with “bees, goats and grandkids.” That dream was incinerated in September 2020. The Santiam Fire, which burned 400,000 acres (almost half the size of …

Source: Salem Reporter - Oregon - Center-left
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Idaho case could make skiing costlier and force small ski hills to close, industry warns

Betsy Z. Russell The Idaho Statesman It was clear and shady on a late-November afternoon in 2019, as a 65-year-old, 210-pound skier from Boise made his way down Lower River Run at Sun Valley, skiing with “poor control” on the moderately crowded groomed run …

Source: The Spokesman-Review - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Idaho's federal land management faces scrutiny after devastating wildfires

BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — BOISE, Idaho—The federal government owns 61% of Idaho, much of it wilderness. Last year's wildfires burned 640,000 acres, primarily in federally managed areas. This has become a significant concern for Representative Russ Fulcher …

Source: IdahoNews - Label Pending
Published on Feb 5, 2025

Wildfires affecting insurance rates and coverage

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — State Farm is raising insurance rates by up to 22% for residents in California due to the destructive wildfires. With similar fires hitting Magic Valley and the rest of Idaho, insurance companies and officials are …

Source: KMVT - Idaho - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 4, 2025

Avista eyes Idaho rate hikes

Avista is proposing to increase natural gas and electric rates in Idaho. The company has filed a multi-year rate plan with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission that would allow it "to recover costs for fixed expenses and ongoing investments to …

Source: Bonner County Daily Bee - Idaho - Label Pending
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Op-Ed: Preventing out-of-control wildfires is possible, if the government permits

Certain fuels burn hotter and faster than others, a lesson quickly taught to new firefighters. “It lights up like gasoline” was a phrase I heard to describe the way certain shrubs would burn and catch individuals in their path. It seems like tragedy is the …

Source: The Center Square - Right-wing
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Supreme Court case shakes Idaho ski areas by overturning decades of liability precedent

It was clear and shady on a late-November afternoon in 2019, as a 65-year-old, 210-pound skier from Boise made his way down Lower River Run at Sun Valley, skiing with “poor control” on the moderately crowded groomed run, according to court records. He …

Source: Idaho Capital Sun - Left-wing
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Caldwell Fire crew reflects on their deployment to California wildfires

Caldwell, ID (CBS2) — Recently a task force made up of five fire departments from southeast Idaho deployed for 18 days to assist with the Los Angeles wildfires, this task force included a crew of four from the Caldwell Fire Department. CBS2 spoke with …

Source: IdahoNews - Label Pending
Published on Feb 1, 2025

How AI and satellites are used to combat wildfires today

As wind-driven wildfires spread across Los Angeles in January 2025, fire-spotting technology and computer models aided firefighters in understanding the rapidly changing environment. Although technology has evolved over time, some techniques remain very …

Source: The Independent Newsgroup - Michigan - Neutral
Published on Feb 1, 2025

South Central Idaho speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jan. 31, 2025

Environmental policies blamed for wildfire crisis The uncontrolled California wildfires are the result of mismanagement by environmental groups. They have placed fish preservation above citizen safety. Water needed to fight expected wildfires was diverted …

Source: Magic Valley - Idaho - Neutral
Published on Jan 31, 2025

Idaho bill proposes right to refuse evacuation orders in emergencies

BOISE, Idaho — Legislation introduced Thursday at the statehouse could change emergency evacuation order policies in Idaho. Rep. Heather Scott of North Idaho proposed a law allowing Idaho residents to choose not to comply with evacuation orders during …

Source: KLEW - Idaho - Label Pending
Published on Jan 31, 2025

Avista files multi-year electric and natural gas rate plan in Idaho

SPOKANE, Wash., Jan. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Avista (NYSE: AVA) has filed a multi-year rate plan with the Idaho Public Utilities Commission (IPUC or Commission) that would allow the Company to recover costs for fixed expenses and ongoing …

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Published on Jan 30, 2025

The Impact of Investments in Wildfire Smoke Mitigation Efforts

Starting in 2022, thanks to generous private funding and support from our Fire Networks partnership, FAC Net has invested in pilot projects in communities around the west who wanted to start or bolster community clean air efforts. This year, with the …

Source: Fire Adapted Communities - Label Pending
Published on Feb 5, 2025

State proposes new mandate that could impact growing concern with homeowners insurance: 'Many of the issues could have ...

"Today, their rates are going down, while ours are going up." by Leo CollisFebruary 5, 2025 With the availability and affordability of home insurance becoming a growing concern for people throughout the United States, the Idaho Department of …

Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Label Pending
Published on Feb 3, 2025

Our increasingly calamity-prone world needs to study Disaster History

“The forests staggered, rocked, exploded, and then shrivelled under the holocaust…Great red balls of fire rolled up the mountainsides,” wrote a spectator who has seen more than 3 million acres of forest burned across the states of Montana, Idaho, and …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Feb 1, 2025

The Australian species spreading all over the world and exacerbating bushfires

The Australian imports have played a big role in bushfires in Portugal, most notably in 2017 when 45,000 hectares burned in three days, including swaths of blue gum plantation, and dozens of people died. This prompted the Portuguese government to ban the …

Source: The Sydney Morning Herald - Neutral
Published on 03:53 GMT

Tensions rise as Caldwell council approves hotel despite opposition

One member of the Caldwell City Council feels she was prevented from making a full statement on the hotel development at the Caldwell Event Center. CALDWELL, Idaho — A contentious hotel project moved forward Monday night after the Caldwell City Council …

Source: KTVB 7 - Idaho - Neutral

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

PlanetBids Launches Disaster Recovery Bids to Aid Southern California Agencies Affected by Wildfires

PlanetBids' announces Disaster Recovery Bids to support recovery and rebuilding efforts for Southern California communities affected by the recent wildfires. STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Iconic Female Items of ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Hit Propstore’s Auction Block, Funds to Support LA Wildfires

Movie fans and collectors have the chance to own authentic props and costumes from the female stars who defined Blade Runner 2049 in an upcoming online auction LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Propstore – …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 22:07 GMT

Press Release: Federal, State and Local Agencies Come Together to Speed Up Wildfire Recovery with New Temporary ...

Feb. 5, 2025 The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) is working with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), the California Department of Toxic Substances Control, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 22:24 GMT

LA wildfires highlight nation’s insurance crisis as homeowners try to recover lost homes

The [FAIR] plan is a temporary coverage option created by the state as a last resort for homeowners who can’t find private insurance. More Californians are relying on it than ever after several major insurance companies either paused or restricted new …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

The Jaime & Blanca Jarrín Foundation and Los Defensores Present the 4th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic to Support ...

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The fourth annual Jaime & Blanca Jarrín Golf Classic, presented by Los Defensores, is on February 10th and is taking place at San Gabriel Country Club. This year, the proceeds raised at the event will …

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Published on February 4, 2025 - 16:30 GMT

JBJF and Los Defensores Present the 4th Annual Golf Classic to Support Wildfire Relief Benefiting World Central Kitchen

Legendary broadcaster and MLB Hall-of-Famer Jaime Jarrín brings celebrities and athletes together to raise money for wildfire-affected communities LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The fourth annual Jaime …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 23:23 GMT

PlanetBids Launches Disaster Recovery Bids to Aid Southern California Agencies Affected by Wildfires

PlanetBids' announces Disaster Recovery Bids to support recovery and rebuilding efforts for Southern California communities affected by the recent wildfires. STUDIO CITY, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Greene County Awarded $6.2 Million to Replace Poplar Springs Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $6.2 million to replace Greene County’s Poplar Bridge, which spans the Nolichucky River and was destroyed and submerged in the river when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late September. …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

State, FEMA Approve $9.77 Million to Replace Chestoa Pike Road Bridge

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $9.77 million to replace Unicoi County’s Chestoa Pike Road Bridge which straddles the Nolichucky River and was destroyed when floodwaters from Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in late …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 07:19 GMT

Carter County Awarded $10.77 Million for Bridges Destroyed by Helene

The State of Tennessee and FEMA have approved $10.77 million for emergency measures and the restoration of two Carter County bridges that cross the Elk River in Elizabethton. Both were destroyed when Tropical Storm Helene swept across Eastern Tennessee in …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:54 GMT

Affinity Group Publishing Spotlights Latest News on Mexico, Canada, China Tariffs

Explore thousands of news articles on global trade tensions, and other trending news, labeled by political bias WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With President Donald Trump's recent announcement of …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 17:18 GMT

Empowering Equality: International Women's Day Gala Honors Inspirational Women and Supports LA Fire Relief Efforts

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International Women's Day, which is designated on March 8th, is celebrated worldwide as a day honoring women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Human Rights ...
Published on February 5, 2025 - 15:30 GMT

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Brings Warmth Globally

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Provides Winter Aid to Eight Countries SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the harsh winter season exacerbates challenges for families worldwide, particularly those …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Reminder: Rental Requirement Begins March 1st for Direct Housing Participants

LAHAINA, Maui – Wildfire survivors currently in FEMA’s Direct Housing Program will be required to begin paying rent on March 1, 2025. The rental requirement will be in effect for the remainder of FEMA’s housing assistance program, which has been extended …

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Published on February 6, 2025 - 02:13 GMT

Returning Home after the LA County Wildfires

LOS ANGELES – As more Eaton Canyon and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods impacted by Los Angeles County wildfires open to residents, city and county officials caution that these areas are still dangerous, due to considerable risks remaining from waste, …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

California Wildfires Could Be Stopped with "Natural Fire Hydrants"

AquaterreX Introduces Game-Changing Solution Using Deep Seated Water Technology ST. PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AquaterreX has unveiled an innovative approach to combating California wildfires by …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 11:55 GMT

Microamp Presents Military-Grade Data Security with Encrypted 5G mmWave Networks

Microamp released a solution brief on how organizations can achieve maximum security without compromising network performance for mission-critical operations. WARSAW, POLAND, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Microamp, in collaboration with …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 08:46 GMT

Almost two thirds of top private equity energy portfolio companies are fossil fuel companies

Private Equity Climate Risks researchers update searchable database of top private equity energy portfolios CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Private Equity Energy Tracker has been updated through January …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 19:25 GMT

Two Days Left for Georgians to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance

The deadline is quickly approaching for Georgia survivors of Tropical Storm Debby (Aug. 4—20. 2024) and Hurricane Helene (Sept. 24—Oct. 30, 2024) in the counties designated for Individual Assistance to apply federal assistance. The application period to …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 19:25 GMT

Don’t Wait! Friday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance in Mercer County, W.Va.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Friday is the last day for Mercer County residents to apply for FEMA Assistance if they had damages from the Sept. 25-28, 2024, remnants of Tropical Storm Helene. THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FRIDAY, FEB. 7, 2025. FEMA assistance for …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:00 GMT

ESTHER International and Visa to collaborate on payments solutions for humanitarian aid

New collaboration between ESTHER International and Visa aims to simplify and accelerate humanitarian aid payments for crisis-affected communities. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ESTHER International, the …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

Kevin Miller Joins Extech Building Materials as Exterior Products Manager

Industry Veteran Strengthens Extech’s Expertise in Division 7 Solutions EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Extech Building Materials, the Tri-State area’s premier building materials supplier, is proud to …

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Published on February 4, 2025 - 22:24 GMT

OPIC Technologies Leads in 3D Livestream Technology: A New Way to Share Live News

OPIC Technologies' 3D livestream tech transforms live news, offering immersive, interactive storytelling that brings audiences closer to the action. ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OPIC Technologies, Inc., …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Approves Additional $1.3 Million for Emergency Work Following Florida's Hurricanes

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - FEMA has approved an additional $1.3 million to reimburse Florida communities for emergency work after Hurricanes Milton, Helene, and Debby. This includes: $935,244 for Marion County for debris removal (Milton). $118,386 for Hernando …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Completes 167 Temporary Homes in Lahaina for Wildfire Survivors

LAHAINA, Maui – A community of 167 brightly colored temporary homes for wildfire survivors was completed this week on a Lahaina hillside where no housing existed a few months ago. The final modular home at the Kilohana group housing site, developed by the …

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Published on February 5, 2025 - 05:16 GMT

FEMA Extends Application Deadline for North Carolinians Affected by Tropical Storm Helene

HICKORY, N.C. – At the request of the state of North Carolina, Tropical Storm Helene survivors now have until March 8, 2025, to apply for assistance with FEMA. With the extended deadline, FEMA still strongly urges survivors to apply as soon as possible. …

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