Wildland Fire

Ventura County CA Wildland Fire Burns 44 Sq Miles, Pictures

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Sun, 05/05/2013 - 19:29

The massive wildland fire burning in Ventura County CA has now consumed more than 44 square miles with over 4,000 firefighter battling the Corral blaze and Spring Fire. Officials say the Spring Fire is now 60% contained and expect to make more progress as cooler moist air is expected.

As progress continues, authorities have lifted all remaining evacuation orders for residences in the area.

"We've really transitioned from a fire attack to a mop-up patrol," Nick Schuler, battalion chief for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, told the Ventura County Star.

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California Wildland Fire Burns 15 Square Mile Path To Pacific Ocean

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Fri, 05/03/2013 - 10:13

Los Angeles, CA -

A wildland fire that has been burning in Ventura County has now burned more than 15 square miles and is making its way through canyons towards the Pacific Ocean.

So far, 15 homes have been damaged and evacuations have forced thousands from their homes as the fire continues.

Fire officials have said the fire could flare back up, and they are not yet in control of the fire.

High winds and hot temperatures are expected to make for another hard day of firefighting according to CalFire.

[image: wildland fire approaching chemical tanks in Ventura County, AP]

Wildland Brush Fire Forced U.S. 92 To Close Again

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Mon, 04/15/2013 - 08:49

Deland, Fla. -

A brush fire has forced the closure of U.S. Hwy 92 from Indian Lake and Kepler Road after the 225 acre fire blew heavy smoke into the area. FHP says I-4 can be used as an alternate route since it is so close and remains open.

The fire has destroyed a shed but so far, has spared houses.

Fire officials say the fire is 75% contained as of Friday, but since then embers were able to skip over the fire lines that has been made.

Wildfires In Colorado, New Mexico Grow Forcing Hundreds To Evacuate; 60 Sqaure Miles Scorched

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Sun, 06/10/2012 - 17:27

The wildfires burning in Colorado and New Mexico continue to burn forcing hundreds to evacuate. The main fire burning in Colorado has grown to over 22 square miles while the fire in New Mexico has reached 40 square miles and destroyed at least 20 structures and is growing closer to residential homes.

Fire officials in New Mexico report the fire there is not contained and expected to spread since they have not been able to build containment lines yet.

Wildland Brush Fires Burn Across Central Florida Causing Health Problems And Some Evacuations

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 10:44

Orlando, Fla. -

Fire officials are battling brush fires in several spots in Central Florida Including Bithlo, Deltona and Osteen which is being called the Ford Fire by the Florida Forest Service

Extremely dry conditions resulting from a mild winter and the drought Florida is experiencing has caused a record number of wildland brush fires across Florida and along the entire East Coast.

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Wildland Fires Increase, Firefighters Across Eastern US Battle Record levels Of Brush Fires

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Thu, 04/12/2012 - 13:27

A dry and mild winter added with an early spring/summer has created a tinderbox like condition throughout the eastern United States causing record numbers of wildland fires and smaller brush fires.

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Brush Fire In Palm Bay Ignites Propane Tank And House Fire

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Wed, 03/28/2012 - 17:15

Palm Bay, Fla. -

Firefighters are investigating how a brush fire was started that eventually ignited a propane tank and a house fire near West Oaks Park on Lamplighter Drive in Palm Bay.

The house suffered major damage with the fire spreading into other parts of the house and attic, however there were no injuries reported.

Wildfires Continue To Ravage Colorado, Federal Wildland Firefighters Take Over

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Wed, 03/28/2012 - 14:09

Denver, CO -

Wildfires burning south of the Denver metro area have taken their toll killing an elderly couple and burning 28 homes. Federal wildland firefighter have taken over the lead efforts to contain the fire and extinguish it before it burns more than the 4,500 acres it has already consumed. Additionally, rescue crews consisting of 32 members and six dogs, are frantically looking for a woman reported missing by her husband, thought to be in the fire zone.

Brush Fire Closes North Hoagland Boulevard In Kissimmee

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Tue, 02/21/2012 - 16:03

Kissimmee, Fla. -
[Update: Fire has grown to seven acres]

A five acre brush fire has forced police ot shut down parts of North Hoagland Boulevard south of the Kissimmee airport.

The Kissimmee Fire Department, Osceola Fire Rescue and firefighters from the Division of Forestry are on scene trying to get the flames under control but admit so far the fire is not yet contained.

At present, no homes or business are in danger said Osceola Fire officials. While the source of the blaze is not yet known, arson is suspected.

Lake County Fire Rescue Has Wildfire 75% Contained In Clermont, Says It is Arson Related

Submitted by News Desk 2 on Fri, 02/17/2012 - 10:50

Clermont, Fla. -

A Brush fire that has burned more than 1,000 acres in Clermont is about 75% contained following a temporary closure of SR 50 near county road 561.

The Florida Forest Service has said the fire is arson related but would not give more details.

So far the fire has not caused any damage to homes or businesses. Firefighters expect to gain full control of the fire today once the expected rains move in.