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California mother, former Texan can't imagine what would've happened to son if Pallisades school wasn't on winter break during wildfire outbreak

Posted on January 12, 2025January 12, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

“The hardest part for me, especially when the news was reporting that my son’s school was totally destroyed,” she stated. LOS ANGELES — Over 21 thousand acres as of Saturday, and still burning, the Pallisades fire has destroyed homes, schools and precious memories in Los Angeles. “It feels like we’re surrounded by fire and to have it go so wildly out of control is just, crazy,” said Shanna Byrd, who lives near the fire. “I…

Texas sending firefighters, equipment to help fight California wildfires, Gov. Abbott says

Posted on January 11, 2025January 11, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

“Our hearts grieve with the entire Los Angeles community as they continue to respond to these destructive wildfires,” the governor said. TEXAS, USA — Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) to send firefighters, emergency personnel, fire engines and equipment to help fight wildfires in California. Abbott said in his announcement that the California Office of Emergency Services has asked for help responding to the devastating wildfires. “Our hearts…

Texas sending firefighters, equipment to help fight California wildfires | Houston-area firefighters included

Posted on January 11, 2025January 11, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

“Texans know all too well the devastation wildfires can cause to our communities, and our country is stronger when we come together in times of crisis,” Abbott said. TEXAS, USA — The Texas Department of Emergency Management sending firefighters, emergency personnel, fire engines and equipment to help fight wildfires in California, according to a directive from Gov. Greg Abbott. Abbott said in his announcement that the California Office of Emergency Services has asked for help…

Texas State track coach speaks on damage left behind in Palisades wildfire

Posted on January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Kendall Gustafson Filip, associate head coach for Texas State’s track and field, grew up in Pacific Palisades in California. SAN MARCOS, Calif. — The damage left behind by the Palisades wildfire in California is hard to ignore. States away in her home in San Marcos, Texas State Track and Field Associate Head Coach Kendall Gustafson Filip has spent the past several days speaking to friends and reminiscing about everything the sweeping blaze took away. “It’s…

Houston rapper Fat Tony loses home in devastating California wildfires

Posted on January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

According to Fat Tony, his entire street in Altadena burned to the ground. He left behind vital documents, clothing, photos, and hard drives with his music. HOUSTON — Houston native and independent rap artist Fat Tony, whose real name is Anthony Obi, is grappling with the destruction of his home and neighborhood in the devastating California wildfires. Obi, originally from the Third Ward, said he initially prepared for high winds and potential power outages but…

California wildfires hit close to home for Texas State track coach

Posted on January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Kendall Gustafson Filip, associate head coach for Texas State’s track and field, grew up in Pacific Palisades in California. SAN MARCOS, Calif. — The flames hitting California are hitting close to home for a coach back in South Texas. Kendall Gustafson Filip is the associate head coach for Texas State’s track and field program. While calling Texas home now, she grew up in Pacific Palisades in California and even went to high school there. She…

Remembering the disastrous Central Texas wildfires of 2011

Posted on January 10, 2025January 10, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

It was a Labor Day weekend that people who lived in the Austin area 14 years ago likely won’t forget: an outbreak of wildfires that left hundreds homeless. AUSTIN, Texas — On Sep. 4, 2011, the ingredients came together to create a Central Texas wildfire disaster: a persistent drought, gusty winds caused by a storm system hundreds of miles away and record high temperatures. That Labor Day weekend saw dozens of wildfire spring up across…

Former San Antonio Spur Kawhi Leonard's home likely destroyed in California wildfires

Posted on January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

click to enlarge Shutterstock / Tristan Camargo The Pacific Palisades Fire and four other nearby infernos have killed at least five people, according to NBC News. Former San Antonio Spur Kawhi Leonard’s LA-area home has likely been destroyed by the flames of the Pacific Palisades Fire, the Daily Mail reports. The NBA player hasn’t confirmed that he lost his $17 million residence in the blaze. However, the house in Pacific Palisades, which he purchased in…

Major Florida grower to end citrus operations after years of hurricanes and tree disease

Posted on January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A Fort-Myers based company announced they will wind down operations and reduce its workforce. ORLANDO, Fla. — A major grower said this week it was abandoning its citrus growing operations, reflecting the headwinds Florida’s signature crops are facing following a series of hurricanes and tree diseases. Alico Inc. announced Monday that it planned to wind down its citrus operations after the current crop is harvested later this year. About 3,400 citrus acres (1,376 hectares) will be…

'We have to be prepared' | As California wildfires rage, Central Texans worry about the risk in their neighborhoods

Posted on January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

A battalion chief for the Austin Fire Department says mitigating any risk starts with the homeowner. AUSTIN, Texas — As the California wildfires rage on, some Central Texans are sounding the alarm on the possibility of one happening in Austin. One Sunset Valley homeowner, Horacio Gasquet, says the risk is high. “I have all these woods here and there’s a ton of dead and down material that can burn and make some rather large fires,”…

'A little too close to home': Families with loved ones near LA keeping a close eye on fast-moving wildfires

Posted on January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

San Antonians with relatives near Los Angeles are monitoring conditions closely, saying loved ones may soon be among the evacuees. Several wildfires are burning uncontrollably in California. As of Wednesday evening, five people died and more than 1,000 homes and businesses were destroyed. Those numbers are expected to rise. At least 100,000 people are under evacuation orders, according to California officials. The devastation is concentrated in the Los Angeles area. Schools in Los Angeles County…

Los Angeles County wildfires latest: Pacific Palisades fire is most destructive in Los Angeles history

Posted on January 8, 2025January 9, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Thousands of firefighters are battling at least three separate blazes Wednesday, from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena. LOS ANGELES — Fierce wildfires are raging in the Los Angeles area, fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds, sending residents fleeing from burning homes through flames, ferocious winds and towering clouds of smoke. Thousands of firefighters were battling at least three separate blazes on Wednesday, from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena. Here’s the latest: 5 people…

Montgomery County residents unite to weather freezing temperatures and rebuild after tornado damage

Posted on January 8, 2025January 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

One resident said not only is she preparing the outside of her home but also repairing damages on the inside, such as her windows. MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — More than 200 homes in Montgomery County continue to pick up the pieces after they were damaged or destroyed by a massive tornado nearly two weeks ago. Now, with bitter cold settling in, neighbors are banding together to get through the week. Home is a special place…

New charge filed against ex-security guard accused of using hidden cameras to take videos of girls at The Woodlands Mall, Hurricane Harbor

Posted on January 7, 2025January 7, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Taylor Roy and his wife Tasha Roy are accused of using hidden cameras to record young girls in dressing rooms in Montgomery County. THE WOODLANDS, Texas — A man arrested last year on charges he created videos of underage girls with hidden cameras in The Woodlands and Spring faces a new charge, according to Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable Ryan Gable. Taylor Kyle Roy and Tasha Nicole Roy, both 30 years old, were arrested in April…

Steiner Ranch deploys goats for wildfire prevention efforts

Posted on January 6, 2025January 7, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Goats will eat grass, plants and shrubs along the Chaparral Hiking Trail. AUSTIN, Texas — A herd of hardworking goats are headed to Steiner Ranch to help reduce wildfire risk. Steiner Ranch’s HOA and Lake Travis Fire and Rescue hired the goats to graze 24/7, now through Friday. Goats will eat grass, plants and shrubs in the greenbelt along the Chaparral Hiking Trail. Lake Travis Fire and Rescue said the pilot project is part of…

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