Up To 2,000 FEMA Trailers Planned For Camp Fire Victims

November 28, 2018

(AP) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency said Wednesday that as many as 2,000 trailers could be used to help house survivors of the Camp Fire, some possibly as soon as this week.

Butte County Schools Planning Next Steps For Kids Displaced By The Camp Fire

November 20, 2018 | Bob Moffitt

The Butte County Office of Education expects to find out Tuesday how many of its facilities survived the Camp Fire. There are plans in place to get kids back in the classroom soon, but where and how are to be determined.

Health Care

Can Short-Term Exposure To Wildfire Smoke Impact Long-Term Health? Experts Are Researching Answers.

November 20, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

Scientists lack conclusive answers, but studies indicate children and older people with health conditions are more vulnerable.

Now Living Side By Side, Camp Fire Evacuees And Homeless Chico Residents Receive Aid

November 16, 2018 | Bob Moffitt

It's been a week since the Camp Fire displaced 52,000 people in Butte County. Many of the people who got out ahead of the fire now find themselves in Chico living next to people who were already homeless. Now both groups are being helped.

President Trump To Visit California Saturday To Meet With Wildfire Victims

November 15, 2018

(AP) — President Donald Trump will travel to California on Saturday to meet with victims of the deadly wildfires that have scorched the state.

Health Care

Confused About Whether Or Not To Wear A Breathing Mask? You're Not Alone

November 15, 2018 | Sammy Caiola

Smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to linger over Sacramento, but there's been debate about free breathing masks being given out by the city. Experts say they won’t be harmful to most people, but aren’t necessary, either.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Camp Wildfire Update: Housing And Air Quality

November 15, 2018

The sheer number of people forced out of their homes is exacerbating an already troubled housing situation in Butte County. Ed Mayer is the Executive Director of the county’s housing agency and he has an update on the crisis.

California's PG&E Rocked As Wildfire Liability Concerns Rise

November 14, 2018

PG&E's stock lost more than 20 percent of its value Wednesday after the utility said it does not have nearly enough insurance coverage if it is found liable for the Butte County wildfire that has left at least 48 people dead.