A wildfire protection plan that’s in the works should include information about areas of Pierce County with heightened wildfire risk.

Developers are again pursuing plans for Harmony Grove Village South, but residents say evacuation routes aren’t safe ...

Power outages amid the ongoing wildfires in California have stoked fears among electric vehicle (EV) owners that they could ...

Well before evacuation orders are declared, or even before an emergency happens, there are ways to prepare: Make copies, both ...

Here are some tips from Ready.gov for maintaining a go bag once it is assembled: Store canned food in a cool, dry place. Store boxed food in tightly closed metal or plastic containers. Replace expired ...

If you’re ever in this situation, always listen to evacuation orders—your safety is the top priority. But if you have time, a little preparation now can make a big difference when every second matters ...

escape routes, pet arrangements and a communication plan in case of separation. To prepare for a possible night evacuation, officials suggest keeping an old pair of shoes and a flashlight ready, in ...

Advertisement Article continues below this ad Knowing your evacuation route in advance is key to avoiding further panic and getting trapped in traffic. Many states have predetermined evacuation ...

Students with cars can also view the Campus Traffic Evacuation Plan for evacuation routes. A few minutes earlier, the entire area west of I-405 between Sunset Boulevard and Mulholland Drive ...

With wildfires spreading faster as the climate gets hotter, evacuation is becoming even more critical. In high winds, like those Los Angeles saw this week, firefighters have little chance of slowing ...

In some communities, local residents have helped lead wildfires preparation efforts, creating all-volunteer fire councils that help identify evacuation routes and assist homeowners in making their ...