Martinez Refining Company (MRC) said on social media just after 5 p.m. Monday that the fire that prompted a shelter-in-place ...

The ash and smoke from burnt human-made items, like vehicles and electronics, can seep into homes after an urban wildfire.

A United Airlines flight was evacuated before takeoff due to an engine issue that reportedly caused fire and smoke.

A deep analysis of the Palisades fire evacuation paints a chaotic scenario: As the fire roared toward homes, major escape routes were gridlocked before the first evacuation orders were given.

Every homeowner should be prepared in the event of fire, and that includes being aware of the damage that lingers afterwards.