By Felicia Mello, CalMatters Robert MacKenzie is an assistant fire chief — but not the kind who works for your local fire department. As the Palisades Fire bore down on Southern California last week, ...

The San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department has selected a new chief, the department’s board announced this week. Deputy Chief ...

Rat infestation in many world cities appears to be soaring, especially in Washington, and a new study blames warming temperatures, urbanization and other human actions.

Street Care San Francisco The goal of the neighborhood-based street care program is to link people to immediate behavioral health care and shelter.

Fire Danger Ratings are routinely issued by 5 pm daily during the fire season. Always ensure you have the latest forecast. Fire Danger Ratings are determined in conjunction with the Country Fire ...

Weather conditions influence the size, intensity and speed of bushfires – and how dangerous they can be. We issue fire weather warnings when conditions are likely to be dangerous, to help keep ...