In California, firefighters face an unexpected threat: fire tornadoes. These are not your typical tornadoes. Instead, they are caused by wildfires themselves. When the conditions are right—high winds and extremely dry conditions—fires can create their own weather. This can happen when a fire's hot a
The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have left a trail of destruction, and the cost of recovery is a hot topic. Weather forecasters at AccuWeather have predicted a staggering $250 to $275 billion in economic losses, double what other estimates suggest. Some economists, however, dismiss these numbers
Mark your calendars for the 67th Grammy Awards on February 2, 2025! This year, the show's not just about the glitz and glam—it's also about giving back. The event will take place at the Crypto. com Arena in Los Angeles, but it's shifting its focus to support those affected by the recent wildfires in
In the year before the Los Angeles county wildfires, major fossil fuel companies fought hard against a bill that would have made them pay for climate disasters. This bill, known as the Polluters Pay Climate Cost Recovery Act of 2024, was aimed at requiring the state's biggest carbon polluters to con
Lately, there's been a big deal struck between Israel and Hamas that aims to put a temporary stop to the fighting in Gaza. The plan is that Hamas and its allies will let go of 33 people they took from Israel in October last year, in exchange for Israel setting free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
Fire crews in Los Angeles are feeling the heat, both literally and figuratively. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a red flag warning for Southern California, with dangerous wind conditions expected to hit overnight. Chief Anthony Marrone of the LA County Fire Department says his team is
Pop singer Beyoncé is donating a massive $2. 5 million to help those affected by the recent wildfires in Southern California. She announced this on her Instagram post, encouraging fans to contribute and learn more at Beygood. org. Beyoncé's contribution will specifically assist families in Altadena
Actress Annette Bening, who chairs the Board of the Entertainment Community Fund, recently highlighted the Fund's crucial role in supporting industry professionals affected by the ongoing wildfires. Originally known as The Actors Fund, the organization has expanded its scope to assist a wide range o
Imagine a day in LA. It's unusually dry, and the winds are insane. That was the recipe for the recent wildfires. The city hasn't seen much rain, creating lots of fuel for fires. Then, strong winds rushed in, spreading the flames lightning-fast. Meteorologists warned about these winds, but what made
When wildfires tore through Los Angeles, the community quickly rallied together to help. Places like 9ThirtyLA, once known for trendy events, were transformed into makeshift shelters filled with essentials. Organizations like LoveChild Hospitality and the ANE Foundation pitched in to create a sense
