New state fire maps have moved many Ross residents into a greater wildfire hazard zone. The Town Council voted unanimously on Thursday to adopt an ordinance designating the fire hazard severity zones.

A bill that would eliminate a controversial Oregon wildfire hazard map moved one step closer to reality on Tuesday.

As peak fire season and warmer months approach, a statewide campaign is reminding people about the importance of creating defensible space.

The state of California is launching a statewide fire preparedness program centering on two essential strategies: home ...

Property owners in “High” and “Very High” Fire Hazard Severity Zones must complete vegetation management — trimming flammable ...

Local fire officials say they are ready for the upcoming wildfire season that typically runs from June through October, despite potential state and federal cuts.

Cal Fire added at least 2.8 million Californians into its Fire Hazard Severity Zones. The zones, referenced in over 100 sections of code and regulation, are tied to home hardening, defensible space ...

Sellers must disclose to buyers when their properties are located in high and very-high fire zones. They also must present ...

The work of the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority and One Tam partnerships serve as a model for state fire officials.

Edward Hadfield lists how lessons learned by the fire service from wind-driven wildfires resulted in innovative approaches ...