PG&E electrical equipment sparked massive Dixie Fire in California
The fire, which started on July 13, burned more than 900,000 acres and destroyed hundreds of buildings.
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Ex-criminal justice professor charged with "arson spree" near Dixie Fire
Gary Maynard allegedly started four wildfires that threatened to trap firefighters as they battled the massive Dixie Fire, prosecutors said.
U.S. records hottest summer, NOAA says
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released a report showing the U.S. had the hottest summer on record, topping the 1936 Dust Bowl. It also showed the country experienced an abnormal amount of extreme weather events. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joined CBSN's Lana Zak to break it down.
Massive Caldor Fire nearly half contained
Nearly 1,000 structures have been destroyed in the fire near Lake Tahoe on the California-Nevada border, including 776 homes.
Video shows Mt. Shasta "poking its head" through wildfire smoke
The Caldor Fire, which had grown to over 106,500 acres, has destroyed more than 400 homes.
Forecasted high winds fan concerns over growing Caldor Fire
A nearly 50-mile stretch of highway between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe remained shut down Saturday amid fears of the fire spreading.
PG&E shut off power to 48,000 residents, citing wildfire risk
Parts of 13 counties and three tribal lands throughout California were affected by the power shutoff.
Caldor Fire ravages one Calif. town as Dixie Fire eyes another
Very few homes were left standing in Grizzly Flats. Susanville was warily eyeing the Dixie Fire. And PG&R was cutting power to 51,000 homes and businesses.
California's Caldor Fire triggers evacuation orders
The Caldor Fire is rapidly expanding through Northern California, prompting mandatory evacuations for residents in El Dorado County.
Bear cub spotted walking alone may have lost mom to Dixie Fire
One firefighter called the situation "heartbreaking," but said it is "Mother Nature taking its course."
How Californians feel about wildfire response
California is dealing with the massive Dixie Fire, fallout from climate change and a surge in COVID cases. All of this comes as Governor Gavin Newsom faces a recall election. CBS News elections and survey's director Anthony Salvonota joined CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the findings of a new CBS News poll examining how Californians feel about Newsom's response to these crises.
Windy weather and power cuts loom in battle against Dixie Fire
Growing explosively at times, the Dixie Fire has scorched 890 square miles in the northern Sierra Nevada and southern Cascades since it ignited on July 13.
Month-old Dixie Fire continues to rage, destroying hundreds of homes
The U.S. Forest Service said Friday that it's operating in crisis mode, fully deploying firefighters and maxing out its support system.
Dixie Fire becomes single largest wildfire in California's history
The Dixie Fire in Northern California has become the single largest wildfire in the state's history. The fire has grown to more than 500,000 acres and officials say thousands of structures remain threatened. Tom Harbour, chief fire officer for Cornea, a data service for disaster planning, response and recovery, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss how the U.S. can better prepare for these incidents.
Former college professor accused of setting fires near Dixie Fire
Gary Maynard, 47, was arrested on Saturday and is charged with setting fire to public land.
Heat scorches U.S. as Caribbean braces for tropical storm
Intense heat is expected across much of the U.S. this week, while the Caribbean braces for a tropical storm. CBS New York chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the latest forecast.
Dixie Fire grows to 2nd largest in California history
California's Dixie Fire has now burned an area twice the size of New York City.
Mammoth Dixie Fire grows to California's second-biggest ever
It's covered an area more than two-and-a-half times that of New York City, as California's fire season continues on a record-setting pace.
Rescue efforts continue in California fire
Despite the efforts of thousands of firefighters, California’s Dixie Fire has reduced hundreds of homes to rubble and ash. Air quality, ranging from unhealthy to hazardous, is impacting at least eight states in the West. Lilia Luciano reports.
Wildfires threaten to reduce thousands of California homes to ashes
The Dixie Fire that incinerated much of Greenville has destroyed more than 180 homes and is threatening more than 10,000 buildings in the northern Sierra Nevada.
GOP congressman on California wildfires
California's largest wildfire, the Dixie Fire, has destroyed at least 100 buildings in Greenville and Canyondam, about six hours north of Sacramento. Thousands have been forced to evacuate. Congressman Doug LaMalfa, a Republican whose district includes Greenville, spoke with CBSN's Elaine Quijano about the government's response.
California fires leave path of destruction
Firefighters are working around the clock to battle the numerous wildfires in Northern California. Chief Daniel Berlant of California's Department of Forestry and Fire Protection spoke with CBSN's Elaine Quijano about the strategies emergency crews are taking.
California's Dixie Fire is now the largest wildfire in the U.S.
The California wildfire is now the largest wildfire in the U.S., growing to more than 432,800 acres overnight.
California wildfire incinerates historic town of Greenville
The blaze engulfed everything in its path, charring homes and businesses beyond recognition.
Dixie Fire destroys historic Northern California town
The Dixie Fire ravaged historic Greenville, California, a town in the northern part of the state that's been hit hard by wildfires. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the damage he saw in the area.
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