Why is I-5 closed today? Ridge Fire spreads in Los Angeles County as smoke blankets area

Image of Interstate 5 on June 03, 2026 in Castaic, California.    Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by JUSTIN SULLIVAN / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP) (Getty Images via AFP)

Interstate 5 was closed in both directions near Gorman, California, Friday as the fast-moving Ridge Fire burned near the major highway. The brush fire caused smoke to spread across the area and disrupting travel. Image of Interstate 5 on June 03, 2026 in Castaic, California. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/AFP (Photo by JUSTIN SULLIVAN / GETTY IMAGES … Read more

Who is Aaron Farinacci? Suspect arrested in connection with Spokane Old Trails Fire

A view of a burned neighbourhood in the Old Trails Fire, in Spokane, Washington, U.S., August 3, 2026. REUTERS/David Ryder (REUTERS)

A convicted felon has been arrested on an arson charge in connection with the Old Trails Fire in Spokane, Washington, according to KXLY. Aaron F. Farinacci is suspected to have started that fire that has now burned thousands of acres and hundreds of homes. A view of a burned neighbourhood in the Old Trails Fire, … Read more

Kanan Fire erupts near Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village; smoke chokes Conejo Valley as residents share videos

Smoke fills the sky over the Conejo Valley as the Kanan Fire burns near Thousand Oaks and Westlake Village. (Scott Crawford via AP/ representative)

Update (3:05pm PDT/ 6:05pm EDT): The City of Agoura Hills shared an update that firefighters have managed to stop the fire from spreading any further outward. They wrote on X: “Forward progress on the Kanan Fire has been stopped. Thank you to our public safety personnel for their response. Friendly reminder to everyone in our … Read more

Spokane County wildfires: Shocking viral video shows several houses on fire, ‘Memories lost forever’

This photo provided by Spokane Fire District 9 shows the Upriver Fire burning northeast of Spokane, Wash., on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. (Robert Gray/Spokane Fire District 9 via AP) (Spokane Fire District 9 via AP)

A shocking video that is viral on X shows houses on fire in northwest Spokane. AZ Intel shared the video on X with the caption, “Video shows homes on fire in northwest Spokane, Washington amid massive wildfire.” This photo provided by Spokane Fire District 9 shows the Upriver Fire burning northeast of Spokane, Wash., on … Read more

Dwight Merkel Sports Complex in Spokane catches fire as dramatic videos show wildfire destruction

The Old Trails Fire is seen from the Centennial Trail near W. College Ave., in Spokane, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak) (AP Photo/Young Kwak)

Videos showing the Dwight Merkel Sports Complex in Spokane on fire have emerged as the Old Trails Fire continues to spread across the region. The complex is located on North Assembly Street in north Spokane. The Old Trails Fire is seen from the Centennial Trail near W. College Ave., in Spokane, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak) … Read more

Eagle Rock, Colorado fire map, evacuation updates: Fire near Highway 2 in Glendale threatens homes; video surface

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Firefighters battled a fast-moving brush fire in the Eagle Rock-Glendale area of ​​Los Angeles early Friday morning that destroyed at least one home and forced lane closures on Highway 2. The blaze, known as the Colorado Fire, broke out on a hillside near Palmer Avenue and quickly spread up the mountain toward nearby homes. A … Read more

Summit Fire Video: As evacuations continue as Los Angeles wildfire burns more than 2,600 acres, warning issued: ‘If people feel…’

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this summit fire Northern areas continue to burn Los Angeles The county spread near the San Bernardino County line in the Antelope Valley on Saturday morning, officials said. The fire has burned more than 2,600 acres. The Summit Fire near Antelope Canyon in Los Angeles County has prompted evacuation orders and smoke warnings. (representative picture) … Read more

Castro Valley Fire Latest: Alameda County firefighters battle blaze as smoke spreads into Hayward

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Dark gray smoke was rising east of Castro Valley Redwood Road, reportedly near Castro Valley Boulevard, according to multiple posts circulating on social media. Dark gray smoke was rising east of Castro Valley Redwood Road and was reported near Castro Valley Boulevard. (Representative picture)(Unsplash) One Facebook user shared multiple photos that appeared to show the … Read more

Manhattan structure fire latest: Three dead, dozens injured in ‘serious’ Wood fire

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Manhattan building fire: A fire broke out at an Inwood apartment complex early Monday morning, killing three people and injuring a dozen others. manhattan. Manhattan building fire: A serious fire in Inwood kills three people and injures more than a dozen. Fire officials report that closing doors during the incident helped limit damage The FDNY … Read more

Fire in Astoria, Queens: Fire reported near historic Protestant church on 12th Street; video surface

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Firefighters put out a blaze Thursday near the iconic First Reformed Church on 12th Street in Astoria, Queens, with video showing thick smoke and flames lighting up the area. Fire breaks out in Astoria, Queens. (no splash) eyewitness reports Some witnesses and local residents reported smoke coming from the neighborhood on social media. One person … Read more