The Australian Fire Danger Rating System gives you an idea of how dangerous a fire could be if one starts in your area. It's quite simple — and it could save your life. What to do if there's a ...

Leaders use a mix of new rules, visual aids and incentives to convince residents to protect their homes — and entire neighborhoods — from wildfires. By Patrick Sisson A 1920 cottage in Nashville, a ...

Ebey Island and Sunnyside Boulevard in Snohomish County are asked to evacuate because of flooding. An order is expected by 1 p.m. on Wednesday because the dikes are expected to be over topped midday.