Colorado wildfires continue to devastate the region
The second largest wildfire in Colorado history has burned through nearly 300 square miles, larger than the city of Chicago. The fire is less than 10% contained. Omar Villafranca reports.
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Two largest wildfires in Colorado history could merge
A wildfire burning in Colorado, which has charred an area larger than the city of Chicago, could merge with an even bigger fire located just a few miles away. Omar Villafranca reports.
Colorado wildfire explodes in size, forcing evacuations
A wildfire burning in Colorado has grown more than 100,000 acres over the span of a few hours.
Colorado wildfire burning 6,000 acres per hour is "getting worse"
The historic fires are fueled by "extreme drought conditions" in the state.
Historic wildfires spread throughout Colorado
Sheriffs' deputies led a dramatic effort Wednesday night to evacuate residents from their homes as flames and plumes of smoke filled the northern Colorado sky. More than 440,000 acres of land in Colorado and Wyoming are being affected by the wildfires. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Ballot drop box fire prompts investigation for suspected arson
More than 200 ballots were in the damaged ballot box, the mayor of Baldwin Park said.
West experiences dangerous fire conditions
Scorching temperatures and high winds are producing dangerous fire conditions Friday in the West.
Trump administration rejects California fires disaster declaration
The governor's office says it will appeal the decision and that the request meets all requirements for the declaration.
Roaring fire atop high-rise apartment building injures scores
Officials in the South Korean port city of Ulsan say strong winds aided the blaze's quick spread. There were no reports of any deaths.
Climate scientists on 2020 wildfires, storms
Is climate change reversible? Scott Pelley speaks with the "father of climate science" and others for an answer.
Climate scientists on Earth's two futures
The worst effects of climate change don't have to happen, scientists say. But humans' actions in the near future will determine if they do.
The climate science behind this year's wildfires and powerful storms
Is climate change reversible? Scott Pelley speaks with the "father of climate science" and others for an answer.
From the 60 Minutes Archive: Covering climate change
Blazing fires in the West and uncontrollable cyclones in the East headline 60 Minutes this week, but the broadcast's expansive reporting on the dangers, causes and effects of climate change goes back dozens of years.
Climate change's worst possible outcome
The "father of climate science," James Hansen lays out what irreversible changes will hurt the planet if humans don't act to stop climate change
The "bit of good news" on climate change
Geophysicist Michael Mann tells 60 Minutes one encouraging bit of news from today's climate models: "If we stop burning carbon now, we stop the warming of the planet."
Calif. state fire chief on intensifying fires
California state fire chief Thom Porter tells Scott Pelley how the fires in his state have become more destructive since he started in 1999. See the full story, Sunday.
California fire fight intensifies
Thousands of firefighters battle flames that have already destroyed more than 200 homes and forced thousands to evacuate. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Crews face strong winds while battling California fires
Firefighters are having to deal with extreme winds and above-average temperatures as they work to contain two major wildfires in Northern California.
Extreme winds challenge California firefighters
Red Flag warnings are in effect for many parts of Northern California as firefighters continue to battle the fast-moving fires that have killed at least four and forced tens of thousands to evacuate. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
California's disastrous 2020 fire season
CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN to discuss the devastating 2020 wildfire season in the West and the effects it's having on our environment.
California wildfire scorches wine country as death toll rises
The Zogg Fire is burning in Shasta and Tehama counties and has scorched more than 51,000 acres.
3 killed and thousands evacuated in California fire
The Zogg Fire in Northern California is blamed for killing at least three people, bringing this year's statewide wildfire season death toll to 29. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Mass evacuations as wildfire erupts in California wine country
Tens of thousands of people have been forced out of their homes as a new wildfire burns out of control in Napa and Sonoma counties.
Therapy dog visits California firefighters
Kerith, a 2-year-old golden retriever, is visiting firefighters in California to provide comfort during a time they need it most. "No words need to be spoken, simply touching, petting or even looking into the eyes of a therapy dog is healing," her owner said.
Wildfires continue to devastate the West Coast
Wildfires continue to rip through the West Coast, and California is taking the brunt of the damage. One firefighter has died battling the blazes. Lilia Luciano reports.
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