Firefighters Extinguish Small Fire, Public’s Help Sought

Firefighters Extinguish Small Fire, Public’s Help Sought

As if they aren’t burdened enough, firefighters leaving the Bobcat Fire came upon another small fire in the Angeles National Forest. By Mary O’KEEFE The U.S. Forest Service is asking for the public’s help with information concerning a fire that began on Sunday, Sept. 20 around 5 p.m. at mile marker 28 off the Angeles […]

Grappling with a Historic Fire

Grappling with a Historic Fire

The La Tuna Fire was a hard-fought blaze that brought out the best in the community. By Robin GOLDSWORTHY, Mary O’KEEFE and Charly SHELTON As of 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, the La Tuna Fire was 80% contained, with 7,194 acres burned. There were a total of 211 firefighters, six bulldozers, three helicopters, 10 fire engines, […]