It may be winter in California but out-of-control blazes are already whipping through southern parts of the state. As of midday Wednesday, wildfires in the Los Angeles area had killed at least two ...

According to ReadyforWildfire.org, a resource guide from the California Department of Fire and Forestry, your home can catch on fire from flying embers, direct flames from a fire or nearby burning ...

Your roof provides your house’s chief protection against severe weather and all that comes with it: hail, water and ice, fallen trees, and debris. CR’s testing focuses strictly on asphalt roof ...

The smoke from a wood-burning stove releases a variety of pollutants, mainly in the form of toxic gases, particle pollutants, or creosote. Creosote is a gummy, foul-smelling residue that sticks to the ...

A new induction stove with built-in battery storage offers a surprising answer — allowing users to cook efficiently while also providing backup power for their homes. Copper's Charlie range is an ...

As usual, I looked for a large size range — and mentioned when a boot comes in half-sizes (especially useful if you’re one for a thick sock). How long a pair lasts comes down to two things ...

Here’s how it works. The best hiking boots should keep you comfy, stable and dry as you trek, no matter what the weather. We tested a range of the best hiking boots, wearing them out in the mud ...

“It’s through the roof.” With Snell off the board, Corbin Burnes and Max Fried are the top starters still available, and they are drawing so much interest that contract values keep ...