Row houses are a common and often iconic housing style in many large cities, also present in many small towns. The characteristics of row houses that make them unique, also pose a challenge to fighting fires. Keep Reading
Is reducing wildfire risk just about the homes in a community, or is it more? Are businesses, schools, hospitals, cell towers and water distribution centers immune from the impacts of wildfire? Keep Reading
As the storm came ashore with 85 mph winds, residents reported that an electrical transformer exploded. Wind-driven flames from two separate fires resulted in the destruction of seven houses. Flood waters up to 4 feet delayed the response from fire departments in the surrounding area. Keep Reading
Throughout his career, Dan has served on countless committees and workgroups to aid in protecting our communities and firefighters. Keep Reading
A McClatchy analysis of fire and property records shows the answer might be found in something as simple as the roofs over their heads — and the year their house was built. Keep Reading