Wildfire

The original map, championed by State Senator Jeff Golden, D-Ashland, was recalled after intense public outcry last summer.

In a time of accelerated climate change, there's a big disconnect between the portrayal of fires on-screen and the reality of the people who fight them in real life.

As wildfires grow, so do the costs for fighting those fires. But many states are failing to adequately budget for wildfire costs, according to a new report from The Pew Charitable Trusts.

Intentional, low-severity fires are a key tool in managing forests to reduce wildfire risk. Rare but high-profile escapes can hamper efforts to light more of them.

The public is asked to comment on the draft recommendations through Sept. 16.

Crews battling the largest wildfire so far this year in California braced for thunderstorms and hot, windy conditions that created the potential for additional fire growth Sunday.

Many Western states lack building codes for wildfire-resistant homes. But a new study finds the costs can be minimal, undercutting long-held building industry arguments against such codes.

What if we learned to co-exist with wildfires rather than constantly fighting them?

Heavy rains delayed the start of wildfire season for many parts of Oregon, but hotter, drier conditions are on the way.

Extreme heat, wildfire and smoke could once again strike the state. To help you prepare, we've got tips on getting up-to-date fire information, evacuating, finding air-quality ratings and finding smoke-free air.