California Fire

Judgment Day For Miss Calif.

Mon, 11 May 2009 08:05:28 GMT

The decision on whether Miss California will keep her crown is expected soon. Carrie Prejean is under fire for semi-nude photos that leaked on the Internet. Maggie Rodriguez reports.

Wildfire Relief In Calif.

Sat, 09 May 2009 10:05:19 GMT

Southern California residents are relieved today as wildfires in the Santa Barbara region have been nearly extinguished by local officials with the aid of Mother Nature. Ben Tracy reports.

Deadly Calif. Truck Crash

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 04:03:19 GMT

"Caught On Tape": The aftermath of a deadly multi-vehicle crash that shut down a Calif. highway for a whole day. One of the drivers died when he became trapped in his burning semi-truck.

Santa Shooting Nightmare

Thu, 25 Dec 2008 06:12:27 GMT

The holidays have turned tragic for a Southern California family. As Bill Whitaker reports, police say that a man dressed as Santa entered a home, went on a shooting spree, then set the house on fire.

Santa Ana Winds Strike Again

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 09:11:29 GMT

Thousands of residents of the San Fernando Valley have fled their homes 70 mph winds fuel the fires behind them. Bill Whitaker has the latest on the fires ravaging homes in a Los Angeles suburb.

California Fire Destroys Lives

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:11:58 GMT

The worst fires to hit Montecito in 30 years have already destroyed 2,500 acres of land along with dozens of homes. Ben Tracy reports.

Calif. Firefighters Make Gains

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:10:01 GMT

Firefighters battling the Calif. blazes have made progress, but there is still a long way to go as arid temperatures and strong winds continue to fuel wildfires. Hattie Kauffman reports.

Underinsured With Allstate

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:07:17 GMT

After having their homes reduced to ash, California homeowners are finding that insurance giant Allstate had underinsured their homes -- making rebuilding a near impossibility. Sandra Hughes reports.

Calif. Wildfires Still Burning

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 07:07:27 GMT

Firefighters in California are struggling to put out massive wildfires in the face of continued heat and high winds in California. "Early Show" weather anchor Dave Price examines these fierce blazes.

Universal Reopens After Fire

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 03:06:22 GMT

Universal Studios reopened just one day after a massive fire that caused millions of dollars in damage and destroyed some of Hollywood's best backdrops. KCBS/KCAL's Randy Paige reports.

Family Escape Caught On Tape

Thu, 29 May 2008 10:05:06 GMT

"Caught On Tape": A California family escaped from an aggressive forest fire just in the knick of time and it was all caught on tape. They speak to Harry Smith about their ordeal.

Planes Try To Stop Wildfires

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 05:11:49 GMT

CBS News RAW: After massive wildfires flare up again in Southern California, rescue planes try valiantly to stop the blazes. Here's a view from above. NO AUDIO.

Fires Diminish, Relief Begins

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 08:10:27 GMT

At least nine major wildfires are still burning in Southern California, but fire crews are gaining the upper hand and relief efforts for the victims are functioning smoothly. Dean Reynolds reports.

Arson Suspect Killed

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 09:10:15 GMT

Officials have determined that at least three of the wildfires ravaging Southern California were deliberately set as one suspected arsonist was shot dead. Dean Reynolds reports.

Finding Arsonist Will Be Tough

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 07:10:38 GMT

Federal officials are investigating an area where they believe the Santiago fire was set by an arsonist, but it will be extremely difficult to find the culprit and prove guilt. Sandra Hughes reports.

Working On The Fire Line

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:10:59 GMT

Harry Smith tours the fire-ravaged parts of Southern California with Bangor station fire Capt. Scott McLean, who explains just how fast a wildfire can spread.

Arnold: Firemen Deserve Praise

Wed, 24 Oct 2007 02:10:20 GMT

"CBS News RAW": Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger praised the work of firefighters during a news conference in Los Alamitos, Calif., after being briefed on developments in the Southern California wildfires.

Flames Engulf Malibu Mansions

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 09:10:54 GMT

Strong Santa Ana winds are reigniting embers, allowing massive wildfires to plague Southern California. Posh Malibu properties remain in jeopardy. John Blackstone reports.

The Perfect Fire Storm

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 07:10:47 GMT

John Blackstone explains the Santa Ana winds, a weather system that turns small brushfires into raging infernos in Southern California.

The Wild, Wild(fire) West

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 07:07:23 GMT

As deadly wildfires continue to spread in Utah, California, and other states in the West, concerns have been raised over the risks taken by firefighters in these areas. Sandra Hughes has the story.

Nature Ravages The West

Mon, 23 Jul 2007 01:07:25 GMT

Flooding in Texas, mudslides in Colorado and fires in several states are wreaking havoc in much of the Western U.S.

Strip Mall Fire

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 01:07:19 GMT

CBS News RAW: A fire rages in a building in a strip mall in Alhambra, Calif., causing the roof to collapse.

Floods, Fire Drain Resources

Thu, 05 Jul 2007 07:07:52 GMT

Western fires are taxing U.S. Forest Service workers in California while floods in Texas wipe out emergency funds and manpower. For rescue workers, the forecast is grim. Hari Sreenivasan reports.

Fire Hits Tahoe Paradise

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 07:06:24 GMT

A wildfire fueled by winds and dry summer conditions raged into Lake Tahoe, Calif. More than 200 structures burned to the ground, most of them homes. Bill Whitaker reports.

Fire Hits Tahoe Paradise

Mon, 25 Jun 2007 07:06:16 GMT

A wildfire fueled by winds and dry summer conditions raged into Lake Tahoe, Calif. More than 200 structures burned to the ground, most of them homes. Bill Whitaker reports.