California energy experts warn of potential energy shortage, blackouts
REGION — California is preparing for a hot summer, which means the real possibility of energy scarcity, rate increases and blackouts. Earlier this month, a...
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Elias: At last, someone slows wildland development
A judge in Lake County said no to a luxury mixed use project on land partly singed by past fires and deemed likely to see...
Encinitas fire officials present new Olivenhain evacuation study
ENCINITAS — City fire officials presented a new fire evacuation study to the Encinitas City Council this week in response to Olivenhain residents’ concerns over...
Regional fire, water officials unveil ‘helo-hydrant’ to combat wildfires
FALLBROOK — A joint collaboration between three local agencies is improving firefighters’ ability to combat wildfires. The Rainbow Municipal Water District, North County Fire Protection...
Wildfires prompt closure of Cleveland National Forest
REGION — The Cleveland National Forest will be closed beginning at 11:59 p.m. tonight under an order issued by the U.S. Forest Service closing all...
White House climate adviser visits SDG&E, touts infrastructure bill
SAN DIEGO — A sweeping bipartisan $1 trillion infrastructure bill was passed by the U.S. Senate last week and is currently being debated in the...
SDG&E announces wildfire mitigation advancements before fire season begins
REGION — As the region prepares for this year’s wildfire season, San Diego Gas & Electric today unveiled several wildfire mitigation and resiliency advancements. As...
State grant to spur San Diego-area wildfire preparations
REGION — A newly issued $3.5 million state grant will help provide San Diego County residents assistance in safeguarding their homes from the threat of...
Fire chief: New construction in South Morro Hills not a hazard
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article has been updated to include information about cash donations from Integral Communities to the Oceanside Firefighters Association. OCEANSIDE — Fire Chief...
Santa Ana winds, heat bring increased risk of wildfires in San Diego County
REGION — Santa Ana winds will sweep through parts of San Diego County today as temperatures heat up amid low humidity, significantly raising the risk...
