Wildfire

VCA Animal Hospitals Offers Free Boarding for Pets Displaced by Alaska Wildfires

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Veterinary, Pets, Environment, Health, Hospitals, Consumer, VCA Animal Hospitals, VCA, Wildfire, Articles, Nature, Namespace

VCA Animal Hospitals is offering free boarding assistance in Alaska for dogs and cats, and other species, that have been displaced by recent wildfires in the Anchorage market.

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  • VCA Animal Hospitals is offering free boarding assistance in Alaska for dogs and cats, and other species, that have been displaced by recent wildfires in the Anchorage market.
  • Recent wildfires have caused air quality issues, property destruction and mandatory evacuations for local families.
  • At VCA, pet health is our top priority at all times, including during unforeseen emergencies like these devastating wildfires, said Dr. Bob Doak, senior vice president of VCA Animal Hospitals.
  • Two of our hospitals in the area are extending free boarding for pets so families can focus on the wildfire emergency, knowing their pets are in a safe and caring environment.

Monitoring Wildfire Risk Using Space and AI

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Articles, Contents, Occupational safety and health, Ecological succession, Wildfire, Financial risk, Artificial intelligence

Combining satellite imagery and artificial intelligence (AI), along with weather, climate, population, and infrastructure data, and supported through funding from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the Observatory will provide an unprecedented, continuously updated view of wildfire risk in the State of California.

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  • Combining satellite imagery and artificial intelligence (AI), along with weather, climate, population, and infrastructure data, and supported through funding from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the Observatory will provide an unprecedented, continuously updated view of wildfire risk in the State of California.
  • "The data and technologies available today can help us better see, understand, and mitigate risk, as well as coordinate action to save lives and property."
  • "The Observatory is designed to help the state mitigate risk to people, while it works to restore crucial ecosystems."
  • Primarily designed as a planning and monitoring tool, the Observatory has many potential applications, in areas as far-reaching as emergency services, scientific research, risk-management, agriculture, insurance, and more.

PG&E Shares Community Wildfire Safety Message With Thousands Who Attend Open Houses, Webinars and Workshops

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Monday, August 19, 2019
Oil, Gas, Energy, Environment, Utilities, Occupational safety and health, Ecological succession, Wildfire, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Articles, Nature, Namespace, Wildfire emergency management, Fire-adapted communities

These events are part of PG&Es enhanced and expanded Community Wildfire Safety Program, implemented following the 2017 and 2018 wildfires to further reduce wildfire risks and help keep customers and communities safe.

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  • These events are part of PG&Es enhanced and expanded Community Wildfire Safety Program, implemented following the 2017 and 2018 wildfires to further reduce wildfire risks and help keep customers and communities safe.
  • Over the course of 23 regional open houses, more than 3,000 attendees met with PG&E representatives to learn more about wildfire safety and emergency preparedness.
  • PG&Es Community Wildfire Safety Program includes real-time monitoring and intelligence capabilities, new and enhanced safety measures, and a critical hardening of the electric system.
  • For more information about the Community Wildfire Safety Program, including links to update contact information and resources for Public Safety Power Shutoffs, visit PG&Es website at www.pge.com/wildfiresafety .

PG&E Wildfire Assistance Program Accepting Applications for Aid

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Thursday, August 15, 2019
Utilities, Oil, Gas, Environment, Energy, Consumer, Other Consumer, Camp Fire, Wildfire, October 2017 Northern California wildfires, Articles, Namespace

Beginning today, August 15, 2019, those displaced by the 2017 Northern California wildfires and 2018 Camp fire can apply for aid through an independently administered Wildfire Assistance Program funded by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E).

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  • Beginning today, August 15, 2019, those displaced by the 2017 Northern California wildfires and 2018 Camp fire can apply for aid through an independently administered Wildfire Assistance Program funded by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E).
  • The court-approved independent administrator is set to file the eligibility criteria as required by the court and will open the application process.
  • Our goal is to get the money to those who most need it as quickly as possible.
  • We will prioritize wildfire victims who have urgent needs, including those who are currently without adequate shelter, said Cathy Yanni, plan administrator.

Where There’s Smoke, There’s Not Always Fire: PEMCO Poll Finds That Northwest Residents Face New Realities From Far-away Wildfires

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Wednesday, August 14, 2019
Professional services, Health, Environment, Insurance, General Health, Economy, PEMCO, Finance, Contents, Types of insurance, Wildfire, Mutual insurance, Insurance, the PEMCO Insurance Northwest Poll, PEMCO Insurance

The impact of wildfire season on Northwest residents and visitors extends far beyond the flames themselves, according to a new poll from PEMCO Mutual Insurance.

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  • The impact of wildfire season on Northwest residents and visitors extends far beyond the flames themselves, according to a new poll from PEMCO Mutual Insurance.
  • The Seattle-based insurer found that as summer heats up, many Northwest residents are bracing themselves for the hazy smoke left lingering in urban and rural areas caused by wildfires, in some cases, burning hundreds of miles away.
  • PEMCO Insurance commissioned this independent survey, conducted by FBK Research of Seattle, that asked Washington and Oregon residents questions about driving habits and attitudes toward current Northwest issues.
  • PEMCO Insurance is the Defender of Your Northwest, providing auto, home, renters and boat coverage.

ISO, Intterra, and Western Fire Chiefs Association Form Partnership to Help Better Understand Wildfire Risk for Communities

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Thursday, August 8, 2019
Articles, Contents, Economy, Analytics, Big data, Business intelligence, Firefighter, Emergency service, Wildfire

The addition of ISO will bring robust insurance data and risk analytics to the alliance to help generate new insights.

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  • The addition of ISO will bring robust insurance data and risk analytics to the alliance to help generate new insights.
  • By working with the WFCA and Intterra, were helping to address this growing challenge together and use our combined expertise to foster innovation in wildfire risk management.
  • Intterra gives firefighters unprecedented insights and situational awareness that elevate the service and safety they offer their communities today and in the future.
  • The Western Fire Chiefs Association serves as a representative for leaders of fire-related emergency service organizations throughout the WFCA member states and the Western Pacific Islands.

Smokey Bear Celebrates 75th Birthday

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Friday, August 9, 2019
Fire prevention, Information science, United States Forest Service, National Zoological Park, Smokey Bear, Albums, Prevention, Wildfire, Smokey, Hashtag

"Smokey Bear and his friends know that wildfire is not just a western issue or a summer phenomenon.

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  • "Smokey Bear and his friends know that wildfire is not just a western issue or a summer phenomenon.
  • This year's Smokey Bear wildfire prevention campaign and the hundreds of events held in his honor promise to do just that."
  • People sharing stories about why they love the outdoors and how they protect our country's beautiful wildlife what a perfect gift to give Smokey Bear on his 75th birthday!"
  • To learn more about Smokey Bear and wildfire prevention, visit www.smokeybear.com and follow Smokey on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter with the hashtags #SmokeyBear75 and #OnlyYou.

NASA, NOAA Announce Opportunity for Media to Preview Airborne Air Quality Study

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019
Ecological succession, Occupational safety and health, Wildfire, Articles, Namespace

WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Media are invited to a behind-the-scenes look at the second phase of a major field campaign to study the impacts of U.S. wildfires and agricultural fires on air quality and climate.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Media are invited to a behind-the-scenes look at the second phase of a major field campaign to study the impacts of U.S. wildfires and agricultural fires on air quality and climate.
  • Smoke from wildfires in the western U.S. and agricultural fires in the southern U.S. has become an increasingly significant air quality issue affecting the public.
  • Highlights include a briefing by NASA and NOAA mission scientists, as well as a tour of NASA's DC-8 flying laboratory , with an opportunity to meet the pilots.
  • Media interested in attending must contact Joe Atkinson no later than 5 p.m. EDT Tuesday, Aug. 13, at 757-864-5644 or [email protected] .

New Upgrades for PG&E’s Wildfire Safety Operations Center

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Monday, August 5, 2019
Energy, Utilities, Oil, Gas, Natural hazards, Ecological succession, Occupational safety and health, Wildfire, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Articles, Nature, California

With the goal of helping further reduce wildfire risk, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) recently completed significant upgrades to its Wildfire Safety Operations Center (WSOC).

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  • With the goal of helping further reduce wildfire risk, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) recently completed significant upgrades to its Wildfire Safety Operations Center (WSOC).
  • The newly completed upgrades to our Wildfire Safety Operations Center provide additional critical tools to enable our team of experts to monitor wildfire risks across our service territory, said Sumeet Singh, PG&E vice president of the Community Wildfire Safety Program.
  • The Wildfire Safety Operations Center played a vital role as we considered and then subsequently initiated two Public Safety Power Shutoffs in June.
  • PG&Es Wildfire Safety Operations Center team plays a key role in evaluating whether to proactively turn off power for safety when elevated weather conditions include a potential fire risk.

New Jersey, Delaware and Louisiana Homeowners Are Most at Risk from Climate Change

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Thursday, August 1, 2019
Types of insurance, Physical geography, Contents, Nature, Weather hazards, Flood insurance, Home insurance, Wildfire, Drought

NEW YORK, Aug. 1,2019 /PRNewswire/ --Changing climate phenomena, such as rising sea levels, increased temperatures and heat waves, hurricanes and droughts, have grave financial implications for homeowners according to a new ValuePenguin.com study.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 1,2019 /PRNewswire/ --Changing climate phenomena, such as rising sea levels, increased temperatures and heat waves, hurricanes and droughts, have grave financial implications for homeowners according to a new ValuePenguin.com study.
  • Climate Change Will Make Insurance More Expensive: Climate volatility has already impacted home and flood insurance rates in past years through destructive hurricanes and violent wildfires.
  • Homeowners Face Tough Choices: Homeowners in areas particularly vulnerable to floods or fires face the tough choice of paying thousands of dollars more each year for insurance and repairs, or moving to a safer location.
  • For more information, please visit www.valuepenguin.com , like our Facebook page or follow us on Twitter @ValuePenguin.