46 Structures Destroyed in Mosquito Fire, 49,761 Acres Burned A fire that ignited on September 6th in Volcanoville, California has burned over 49, 761 acres as of today. It has destroyed 46 structures, including more than two-dozen homes and 21 other buildings. The Mosquito Fire has also spread into the Sierra Nevada mountains. It is...
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Hurricane Kay Effects on Fires in California
Hurricane Kay Effects on Fires in California The state of California is in the midst of fighting fires, including Southern California’s Fairview Fire, which has been affecting a large area near and in Riverside County’s Hemet. That challenge has been recently combined by Tropical Storm Kay’s remnants affecting the area in both positive and negative...
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Fairview Fire
Fairview Fire A deadly fire broke out September 5th at 4 pm. The cause of the fire, believed to have started in the afternoon, is under investigation, California Fire Department said. In less than 24 hours the fire killed at least two people who were trying to escape the flames. By Wednesday morning, it had...
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How To Prepare for California Wildfires
How To Prepare for California Wildfires If you’ve spent any time in California, then you know that seasonal fires are no joke. They burn over a million hectares of land per year and destroy thousands of structures. While forest fires aren’t always avoidable, there are still steps that you can take to protect yourself. You...
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Fire Breaks Out in Vegas Recycling Center
3 Fire Alarms Go Off in Recycling Center A massive three-alarm fire ignited in North Las Vegas on Monday, September 13th in a recycling center. According to reports, the fire began when a truck unloaded items that sparked a fire. It quickly spread, reaching a nearby building and threatened 50 employees. Thankfully, nobody was injured. ...
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California Sees Three New Fires
California Sees Three New Fires as Firefighters See Progress in Caldor Fire The Caldor Fire has been the biggest battle for firefighters in California as of recently, but it has luckily slowed down. However, as the state has seen progress, three new wildfires have sparked since. San Diego County is being threatened with the Aruba...
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How Long Does It Take To Settle A Fire Claim?
Fire Claim Process: How Long Does It Take To Settle A Fire Claim? Once you submit a fire insurance claim, the insurance company can evaluate the cause of the fire, the costs of repairs, the value of your property and the condition of the home. If you hire a property damage attorney, the expert could...
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Caldor Fire Update
Caldor Fire There isn’t any sign of the Caldor Fire slowing down anytime soon. As of Sunday night, August 29th, the fire has burned 168, 387 acres and is 13% contained. At the beginning of Sunday containment was at 19%. Due to unfavorable conditions, fire crews lost control of the fire as it started migrating...
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South Fire Update – 49% Contained
The South Fire in Lytle Creek has spread to 900 acres and is currently 10% contained. More than 400 firefighters have contributed to the fight. Unfortunately, the weather conditions in San Bernardino County have worsened the fire. The dry and extremely warm temperatures along with gusty winds could very well extend the firefight. The temperatures...
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Fire Damage: What can you claim?
Questions to Consider Does My Homeowner’s Insurance Policy Cover Wildfire Property Damage? California fire damage is nothing to sneeze at. Wildfires are blazing infernos that can reduce your home and everything around it to rubble. Fortunately, your homeowner’s policy will cover the cost of restoration. How Much Wildfire Property Damage Does My Insurance Cover? Your...
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