Western wildfire season is getting longer and costlier

Sep 7, 2017
The costs are mounting for battling dozens of wildfires now burning in the Western United States, including some threatening popular national parks. Specifically, Glacier National Park in Montana and Yosemite National Park in California.  Click the audio player above to hear the full story.

California’s wildfires are only getting more risky — and expensive

Jul 11, 2017
California Gov. Jerry Brown has issued a state of emergency for two wildfires that have forced thousands of people along the state’s central coast to get out of harm’s way. Wildfire season has been extended by 70 to 80 days in the past decade, and California has increased its emergency fund to reflect new predictions. Local, […]

Those who live and work in Tennessee towns hit by deadly fire grapple with uncertainty

Dec 2, 2016
The resort towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tenn. are trying to come to terms with the loss of life, homes and livelihood.
A burned sign and structures in Gatlinburg.
Mark Nagi./Tennessee Department of Transportatoin

Fires and those who have been fired cause oil uncertainty

May 9, 2016
Saudi Arabia has a new oil minister. Canada has the worst wildfires in years.
Khalid al-Falih speaking during a press conference last year.
MOHAMMED AL-SHAIKH/AFP/Getty Images

As wildfires spread, homeowners insurance retreats

Oct 26, 2015
Rates rise and coverage is withdrawn as more areas are vulnerable to fire

Some residents used burned trees to rebuild in Bastrop

Oct 19, 2015
Kay Rogers describes rebuilding her house after a fire four years ago.

How small businesses are affected by wildfires

Oct 8, 2015
In Bastrop, Texas, even if your home was spared, it doesn't mean your income was.

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The Valley Fire leaves businesses at a standstill

Sep 14, 2015
Hardester's Market is one of few places open in Middletown, California.

Home sweet risky home

Sep 3, 2015
A new study looks at home values in areas prone to natural disasters.