Black widow behavior reveals clues about Arizona's warming winters
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ASU students are researching how black widow spiders adapt to urban heat and what their behavior reveals about warming winters in Arizona. FOX 10's Annalisa Pardo reports.

Southern California wildfires force thousands to evacuate as homes burn
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Thousands of Southern California residents are bracing for wildfires as emergency crews race to maintain control over flames that have destroyed multiple homes in Orange County. FOX's Natalie Chuck has the latest.

Firefighter, 24, died after being struck by a tree battling La. wildfire

The U.S. Forest Service is paying tribute to a firefighter who died in the line of duty this week while battling a wildfire that was burning in Louisiana’s Kisatchie National Forest.

Southern California wildfires prompt evacuations
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Strong Santa Ana winds with 70 mph gusts are fueling destructive wildfires across Southern California. Evacuations are underway as firefighters work to contain the flames.

Norte Fire in California threatens homes, forces evacuations

Orange County, California firefighters are battling an aggressive, fast-moving wildfire that exploded across 450 acres in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano, destroying multiple homes and forcing mandatory evacuations under fierce Santa Ana wind conditions.

NPS updates public on recovery efforts at North Rim
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The National Park Service held a community meeting to update the public on recovery efforts at the Grand Canyon's North Rim following last year's Dragon Bravo Fire. FOX 10's Annalisa Pardo has more.

Oak Creek trails reopen north of Sedona after Pocket Fire closures

Most Oak Creek trails reopened after the June Pocket Fire, though experts warn visitors to avoid wading until water quality tests for E. coli are complete.

Hikers return to Oak Creek trails near Sedona
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A majority of Oak Creek trails north of Sedona reopened Thursday, but recent monsoon flooding shows the creek is still purging ash and sediment left behind by the Pocket Fire. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.

Grand Canyon flash floods expose concerns over rushed reopening post-fire

A former park leader and local employee express concern that economic pressure compromised safety following the Dragon Bravo Fire and recent flooding.

Did economic pressure impact Grand Canyon safety?
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Former park official Robert Parrish discusses the rush to reopen the park after the Dragon Bravo Fire. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.

Oak Creek trails near Sedona reopening Sept. 17 following Pocket Fire recovery

A majority of Oak Creek trails and recreation sites north of Sedona reopen Sept. 17 after the 27,000-acre Pocket Fire. Officials encourage gentle visiting during habitat recovery.

Post-fire recovery allows Oak Creek reopening
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Oak Creek trails reopen Sept. 17 after parts of the area were closed due to the Pocket Fire. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has more on what visitors need to know. 

Man accused of starting Old Trails Fire formally indicted for arson

A federal grand jury on Wednesday indicted Aaron Farinacci, 37, formally accusing him of starting the Old Trails Fire in early August, which burned over 3,000 acres and caused devastating damages to homes in the area.

Rising wildfire threats leave rural Arizona residents struggling to find insurance

Homeowners in Heber-Overgaard describe being dropped by long-term insurance carriers despite spending thousands on Firewise property improvements. State committees are reviewing regulatory responses.

Arizona rural homeowners face insurance drops
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Arizona residents in rural areas are facing abrupt homeowners insurance cancellations and steep rate hikes as insurers cite wildfire risks. Lawmakers are gathering data to consider potential legislative fixes. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.

Wildfires burn across Texas and Nevada
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Firefighters are working to contain spreading blazes in Texas and Nevada as FEMA approves emergency funding. 

Hawk Fire burns dozens of homes near Reno, Nevada
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Reno crews have started to contain a wildfire in the Sierra Nevada foothills near Reno, Nevada, that destroyed more than 30 homes as it spread perilously close to dense neighborhoods.

Dragon Bravo fire leaves lasting mark on Arizona
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A year after the Dragon Bravo fire burned over 145,000 acres, the Grand Canyon's North Rim community works to rebuild and welcome tourists back to Arizona.