Private firefighters spark controversy amid devastating LA fires
Amid the devastation of the fires, private firefighters have sparked anger, a sign of inequality between the city's ...
Private firefighters: Who they are, how much do they cost?
Private firefighters can be contracted by communities or individuals who want to ensure they have access to firefighting ...
LA firefighters were sounding alarms on staff shortage before wildfires
CNN’s Kyung Lah speaks with firefighters in California who have been sounding the alarm about staffing shortages as the state ...
‘Will Pay Any Amount’: Private Firefighters Are in Demand in L.A.
Hiring a private fire crew costs thousands of dollars a day, and most work through government contracts or with insurance ...
L.A. Private Firefighters Are a Class War Flashpoint, but the Reality Is More Complicated
While social media amplifies (and attacks) wealthy homeowners offering to "pay any amount" for mitigation — and such outfits ...
Oregon state fire marshal blasts claim firefighters turned away in LA: 'This is false'
The Oregon state fire marshal on Sunday rejected misinformation saying firefighters were turned away in LA because of ...
Private firefighters deserve praise, not regulation
Of course, firefighter unions don’t like the competition, just as they dislike volunteer firefighting departments.
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L.A. Firefighters Brace For Return of Dangerous High Winds
The winds aren’t expected to be as extreme as they were a week ago, but will still be extremely dangerous. According to ...
Firefighters Prepare for Increasing Gusts Following Brief Reprieve for LA Area
Firefighters are readying for another round of critical fire weather after calmer than expected winds gave them a much-needed ...