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Disability advocates say the Disability Disaster Access and Resources program, also known as DDAR, should be expanded, not cut.
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Experts say parents should validate feelings and create avenues for kids to express themselves.
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The current fires are on track to become one of the most costly disasters in California history. That could threaten the stability of California's insurance market and make housing costs go up even more.
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Why did hydrants run dry in the midst of a conflagration? City officials stressed that the shortage was due to low water pressure, not a complete lack of water. But what caused it, and can it be prevented?
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Homes, businesses and cherished community spots went up in flames.
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Where to find shelter, food, childcare, and more as those impacted by the wildfires step on the road to recovery.Listen 3:47
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Finding shelter for yourself and animals, plus emergency numbers and tips.
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The forecast: continued winds, even drier conditions, no rain in sight.Listen 0:48
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The basics on active fires and your one-stop shop for resources.
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"These fires will likely be the costliest in history, not the deadliest, and that is the only silver lining right now."
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The free app for tracking wildfires has taken off in the Western U.S. as more of the region experiences destructive wildfires and the overwhelming task of staying informed.
