Were the rains enough to ease Southern California’s fire threat? What we know
The recent storm brought some much needed moisture to Southern California without the dangerous mudslides some feared. But did it help reduce the fire danger?
California wildfires lose steam but welcomed rain brings different threats
Much-needed rain has begun to fall over Southern California, bringing relief to the drought-stricken region but also the threat of toxic runoff.
California Wildfires: Scorched region gets its first significant rain in months.
So far, many clues to the origins of the deadly Eaton fire, which started in the area just after 6 p.m. that evening and went on to kill 17 people, have pointed to the brushy hillside where a tangle of electrical lines stretch up Eaton Canyon.
Rain douses wildfires in Southern California without causing serious mudslides
Snow shut down a key interstate north of Los Angeles for hours on Monday while weekend downpours doused wildfires across Southern California in the first significant storm of
Southern California fire containment: Rain brings help to LA, Border 2 Fire continues
Rain brought much needed aid to the Los Angeles firefight, moving the fires surrounding the city closer to containment.
Heavy Rain triggering mudslides, toxic runoff after California wildfires
Rainfall in parts of Southern California on Monday boosts the risk of toxic ash runoff in areas scorched by Los Angeles-area wildfires.
How does rain impact wildfire risk in Southern California right now
San Diego's dry conditions greatly increased the risk for wildfires. “We’ve been experiencing extreme fire behavior throughout Southern California as many have seen," said Rob Johnson, public information officer for CAL Fire.
Southern California rains arrive, heightening mudslide concerns in scorched areas
This file captures the news of the California wildfires from Sunday, Jan. 27. For the latest updates on the fires, follow USA TODAY's coverage for Monday, Jan. 27. Intermittent showers sweeping across Southern California on Sunday provided welcome relief for firefighters battling devastating wildfires but threatened to bring an unwelcome side effect — mudslides.
Is California's Wildfire Risk Over? What Forecast Shows
Exceptionally dry weather has targeted Southern California so far this winter, creating ideal conditions for wildfires.
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CBS News Texas, American Red Cross partner to help victims of California wildfires
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Southern California Edison shares new details on transmission lines in Eaton amid wildfire probe
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There's a lot of resources responding to southern California wildfires, says Orange County fire chief
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