Wildfires burn over 300,000 acres across California
California's governor said 367 known fires are burning across the state and an area larger than Washington, D.C., has been scorched in Northern California.
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Thunderstorms and excessive heat fuel wildfires in California
Unsettling weather triggered an unusual warning by the weather service of a fire-induced tornado at an out-of-control forest fire that broke out north of Lake Tahoe on Saturday afternoon.
Donna Busche was fired from Hanford Nuclear Power Reservation in Washington state after raising concerns about the cleanup of leaking underground tanks
Donna Busche was fired from Hanford Nuclear Power Reservation in Washington state after raising concerns about the cleanup of leaking underground tanks. CBS News' Carter Evans reports on how the firing could send an ominous message to other employees.
Evacuations remain in place as Lake Fire in California continues to rage
Some parts of the Angeles National Forest have not burned since the 1960s, leaving decades of brush ready to ignite.
Residents of Filer, Idaho protested for the removal of a police officer who killed a homeowner's dog while responding to a call
Residents of Filer, Idaho protested for the removal of a police officer who killed a homeowner's dog while responding to a call. KBOI-TV's Eric Gonzales reports from protest.
Flames from a devastating wildfire in Glendora, Calif., have died down, but severe drought is keeping firefighters across Southern California on high alert
Flames from a devastating wildfire in Glendora, Calif., have died down, but severe drought is keeping firefighters across Southern California on high alert. The region hasn't seen a drop of rain all month, and California's governor, Jerry Brown, has declared a state of emergency. Carter Evans reports.
A family's parrot squawked loud enough to wake its owners up and alert them to a fire starting in their home in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
A family's parrot squawked loud enough to wake its owners up and alert them to a fire starting in their home in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. WFOR-TV's Gaby Fleischman reports.
Many parts of California are experiencing dangerous wildfire conditions
Many parts of California are experiencing dangerous wildfire conditions. CBS News' Bill Whitaker reports.
The New Jersey governor addresses revelations that his staff ordered a catastrophic bridge closure last year as political retribution toward the mayor of Fort Lee.
The New Jersey governor addresses revelations that his staff ordered a catastrophic bridge closure last year as political retribution toward the mayor of Fort Lee.
Claire Davis, the 17-year-old Arapahoe High School student who was shot when a gunman opened fire on campus, has died
Claire Davis, the 17-year-old Arapahoe High School student who was shot when a gunman opened fire on campus, has died. Carter Evans reports.
Huge Lake Fire threatens thousands of homes north of Los Angeles
Another large wildfire, the Ranch Fire, could threaten a homeless encampment in an L.A. suburb, neighbors and officials said.
Suzanne Marques takes a look at the day's top entertainment headlines
Lord of the Rings fans can now own a piece of Middle Earth. And, a blockbuster holiday weekend at the box office. Suzanne Marques has those stories and more in today's Eye on Entertainment.
A Metro-North commuter train derailed in the Bronx early Sunday morning, overturning several of the train's cars
A Metro-North commuter train derailed in the Bronx early Sunday morning, overturning several of the train's cars. The FDNY has reported there are multiple injuries, although the exact number and their severity is still not clear. Janelle Burrell from CBS 2 News reports.
California's Lake Fire explodes to 10K acres
A fast-moving California wildfire has spread to 10,000 acres with little-to-no containment. The so-called Lake Fire is burning roughly an hour north of Los Angeles, and has ignited some areas that haven't caught fire since 1968. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Sailors recall ferocious inferno battle aboard naval ship
A few weeks after a blaze broke out aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard in San Diego, sailors describe the battle against the ferocious fire.
Cause of California's Apple Fire determined
Cal Fire and Riverside County Fire Department investigators said Monday that the Apple Fire — which has burned more than 26,000 acres so far — was caused by a malfunctioning vehicle. CBS Los Angeles reports.
Apple Fire in California spreads to over 26,000 acres
As of Monday afternoon, the fire was 5% contained, according to California fire officials.
California's Apple Fire continues to grow
A massive fire burning in California's Riverside County has scorched more than 20,000 acres and has forced thousands to evacuate. CBS Los Angeles' Desmond Shaw and Joy Benedict have the latest on the firefighting efforts.
California wildfires force evacuations
Blazing wildfires attributed to scorching temperatures are ripping through Southern California. At least 200 homes have been evacuated as hundreds of firefighters are on the ground battling the flames.
Former football player honored after life saving catch
A hero was welcomed home in Michigan this week. Phillip Blanks saved a young child's life a few weeks ago during a building fire. Now, many lives are about to be changed, in his name. Janet Shamlian shares his story.
Firefighters rescue 6 dogs from burning home and revive one
"When we search for victims in a fire, obviously our first priority is human life, but we will do whatever we can to get those animals to safety," a spokesperson for the department told CBS News.
Massive fire kills chickens in N.J.
Flames ripped through a farm in South Jersey, killing nearly 300,000 chickens at the Red Bird Egg Farm. Crews battled the four-alarm fire all night and remained on scene Tuesday morning putting out hot spots. CBS Philadelphia's Howard Monroe reports.
Nearly 300,000 chickens die in massive New Jersey fire
Crews battled the blaze Monday night at the Red Bird Egg Farm and remained there until the next morning putting out hot spots.
Wildfires in Siberia have burned down an area larger than Greece
Nearly 50 million acres are estimated to have burned across Russia this year — and the fires do not seem to be slowing down.
Navy investigates fire aboard USS Bonhomme Richard
The Navy has launched an investigation into a devastating fire aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard. At least 40 sailors and 23 civilians were hurt, and questions remain if the ship will survive the damage. David Martin reports.
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