Containment grows on Sandy fire, other SoCal blazes. But shifting winds pose challenge

The Sandy fire, one of several wildfires burning in Southern California this week, was 15% contained Wednesday morning.

Sandy Fire Containment Update—LA County in Blaze Path as Wind Fuels Flames

A fast-moving wildfire near Simi Valley continues to spread under gusty winds as firefighters race to increase containment.

Photos: Strong winds fuel Sandy fire in Simi Valley

The Sandy fire started in windy conditions and spread into part of a Simi Valley neighborhood at the foot of a brush-covered ...

Cal Fire monitoring high winds after vegetation fire burns near Altamont Pass

Cal Fire crews were working around the clock Sunday, mopping up a vegetation fire off Altamont Pass Road.
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Santa Ana Winds Collide With Southern California Fires Resulting in Decreased Air Quality and Increased Temperatures

Santa Ana winds are spreading smoke, worsening air quality and fueling fires across Southern California this week.

Officials provide update on Seven Cabins Fire after winds drive growth in fire size

LINCOLN COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A fire is growing rapidly in Lincoln County, almost tripling in size since Saturday night, and ...
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Colorado braces for critical fire danger amid strong winds Monday

DENVER — Colorado will see widespread strong winds and critical fire danger on Monday as a cold front moves across the region. The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for Denver for a ...

Millions under wildfire alerts in central U.S., as warmth, winds fuel risks

A combination of heat, dry air and strong winds are fueling "extreme" wildfire risks for millions across the middle of the country.

High winds lead to fire, power outage and death in Northern California

Strong gusts of wind over the weekend have led to power outages, a vegetation fire and at least one death in the Bay Area.