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Los Angeles residents hire private firefighters to save their homes. Here's what they cost.
Private firefighters are working alongside municipal departments to battle the wildfires. Here's how much they cost.
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 ...
‘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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...