After years of hoses run town to town during wildfires, Fire Chief Willie Sapeta built an alliance to fix it himself.
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Crews begin standing down as Lucas Fire 84% contained
Evacuation orders remain in effect for two areas in Lake County, while those for Mendocino County have been lifted.
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Lake County officials hold public community briefing on the Lucas Fire
Evacuation orders remain in place
The Lucas Fire burning in the Mendocino and Lake counties reached 4,109 acres Sunday with 25% containment, according to Cal Fire.
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Wildfire liability bill dies without a vote on final day of session
The measure, which was opposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state’s public utilities, never came to a vote in the Assembly.
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California lawmakers strike wildfire deal that leaves out most of Newsom’s big demands
Gov. Gavin Newsom backed off his plans to ease costs for utilities following wildfires they cause, striking a narrower deal with Democratic lawmakers.