wildfires

Wildfires, severe storms, and an earthquake are today’s weather headlines

Wildfires have burned hundreds of thousands of acres this year in western states

Wildfire risk increases out west, flooding continues on the Mississippi

Critical fire weather conditions have developed across parts of the nation’s heartland. Warm temperatures, low humidity, very dry ground. One spark could set up a chain reaction.

Two huge wildfires in California have killed dozens of people, scorched nearly 200,000 acres of land. Winds and drought set the stage.

Three wildfires in The Golden State are burning and spreading out of control, despite efforts to contain them. Strong winds and risk for new fires continue this weekend.

Santa Ana winds on Monday knocked out power across parts of California, killed one person, and continue to pose risk of spreading wildfires.

Truck drivers could get slowed down this week from snow and ice in the Southwest, heavy rain in Texas, and strong wind in southern California.

The out-of-control wildfires burning in California have had a dramatic impact on spot rates in the region.

Total accepted loads from LA to Seattle have dropped 60% in a week; spot rates in and out of Los Angeles are up by as much as 35% in seven days.

The deadly wildfires raging in Northern California regained their vigor on Wednesday as winds picked up and helped spread fires, threatening historic Sonoma County wineries. The fires have left at least 17 people dead and more than 2,000 buildings destroyed. They are also impacting shipping in the region.