California firefighters often say there is no longer a "fire season" and the threat of a wildfire sparking and spreading quickly is year-round. But there is a heightened awareness of wildfires in ...

In the same month that multiple fires devastated Los Angeles County, the Border 2 Fire sparked and set over 6,000 acres ablaze in San Diego County, prompting more evacuation orders, according to ...

In some areas, hazards have surged. Buildings in the highest hazard zones will be subject to the strictest fire-resiliency ...

Evacuation orders have been issued in San Diego County as two new wildfires ignited in Southern California on Tuesday. Earlier this month, strong Santa Ana winds created the ideal conditions for fire ...

"The fire is growing with a moderate rate of spread and structures are threatened," Cal Fire said as it issued evacuation orders.

Taking preemptive steps to protect your home and plan your exit can reduce danger and help firefighters do their jobs, first ...

Here is a look at which wildfires Cal Fire is currently battling in San Diego County as of Thursday: Note: The map above utilizes data from Cal Fire, which tracks major wildfires burning in ...

Anna Skinner is a Newsweek senior reporter based in Indianapolis. Her focus is reporting on the climate, environment and weather but she also reports on other topics for the National News Team.

Note: The map above utilizes ... The Gilman Fire sparked around 2:30 p.m. near Gilman Drive and Via Alicante, not far from Interstate 5 and UC San Diego's campus. Feeling out of the loop?