How Could This Happen? Answering Frequently Asked Questions About the L.A. Wildfire Disaster
As wildfires continue to burn in the Los Angeles area, many still have unanswered questions, including about how the fires ...
Collective trauma of LA wildfires could create mental health problems for decades
Most survivors won’t need help. But other community disasters created struggles for a significant number of people, often ...
The mental health toll of wildfires can last longer than people realize, experts say. Here's why.
Wildfires can take a long-term toll on mental health, and, if left untreated, people can suffer for even longer. Experts ...
Wildfire conspiracy theories are going viral again. Why?
Misleading videos have fueled false claims that directed energy weapons, often referred to as DEWs, ignited the flames. The conspiracy theory suggests that governments or secret organizations use ...
Water systems expert has a message for the public as LA wildfires rage
Expert Kathryn Sorensen discusses issues with municipal water systems and why she believes that the Santa Ynez Reservoir ...
Fact-check: Did California Gov. Gavin Newsom cut $100 million in fire prevention?
Cal Fire’s total base wildfire protection budget has nearly tripled over the past 10 years, from $1.1 billion in 2014‑15 to ...
Debunking 5 claims about the California wildfires
As wildfires continue to spread in southern California, misinformation about the response to the fires have cropped up online ...
The Palisades Wildfire Is Currently Bigger Than Manhattan, And More Stunning Facts That Show Just How Big The LA Wildfires Are
For more perspective, Central Park in NYC is only 843 acres. So, the wildfire is currently the equivalent of almost 24 ...
Gov. Newsom’s cynical fire ‘facts’ website
Los Angeles County officials have repeatedly warned the public to be wary of scammers who show up after a disaster and start ...
LA residents turn to apps like Watch Duty and social media to track wildfire information
People are turning to online resources and smartphone app communities such as Watch Duty or Ring's "Neighbors" forum for ...