Caltrans is continuing work on a vegetation control project over the entire length of Highway 9 in Santa Cruz County. It’s in ...

Gabe McKenna, the call came in around 5:15 p.m. Thursday, prompting State Parks peace officers and lifeguards to respond alongside Central Fire, Santa Cruz Fire, AMR and Santa Cruz Harbor Patrol.

While rates around the Bay Area continue to be higher than the state overall, in Santa Cruz County just over 91% ... “then what happens is the wildfire catches,” Pan said.

While rates around the Bay Area continue to be higher than the state overall, in Santa Cruz County just over 91% ... “then what happens is the wildfire catches,” Pan said.

California is requiring two West Valley communities to build thousands of homes, while the state is ringing alarm bells over increasing fire risk where some of these homes might be constructed.

While most of California is prone to wildfires, the South Bay is seeing a significant increase in hazardous areas compared to others. Out of all the Bay Area cities, San Jose saw the largest increase ...

On Thursday, the San Jose Fire Department let residents know they have the next 30 days to review these maps. Seth Schalet, CEO of the FireSafe Council Santa Clara County explained why the maps ...