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PG&E says people in a dozen counties, including Alameda, could have power shutoffs on Election Day
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PG&E implements what the utility calls Public Safety Power Shutoffs to avoid the sparking of destructive wildfires.public safety
Prescribed burns in North Bay planned this week; trail closures, smoke warnings expected
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If you see or smell smoke near the area of the burn operations, officials advise there is no need to call 911.Fires
Crews quench last embers of Keller Fire that forced hundreds to evacuate in Oakland hills
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More than 20 firefighters remained at the scene on Monday morning; the cause of the fire remains under investigation.Bay Area
Red Flag Warning dropped after gusty winds ease, but dry conditions to persist this week
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Red Flag danger is determined by a combination of wind speed and humidity.City
City issues Red Flag warning amid gusty winds, low humidity and extreme fire danger
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PFD has beefed up staff for the weekend, and in light of Oakland's fire this afternoon, asks residents to stay alert and be ready to evacuate.Bay Area
Forward progress stopped on Oakland Hills fire that burned two homes
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The fire was first reported around 1:30 p.m. and burned around 13 acres in a neighborhood near Highway 580.City
Weather service issues Red Flag Warning for Thursday night – Saturday
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PG&E warns of potential power shutoffs as strong offshore winds and low relative humidity raise risk of wildfires.crime
Cal Fire firefighter arrested on suspicion of igniting five blazes in Sonoma County forests
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Be aware of suspicious people when a fire starts -- Cal Fire has arrested 91 suspected arsonists in the last month alone.City
