The familiar, water-dropping aircraft are leased by the fire department from Quebec each year to help fend off California ...

Contra Costa health officials say strong winds likely helped push some of the chemicals away from neighborhoods. Martinez residents however, are kept wondering if living in the city is worth it amid ...

Contra Costa County health officials say the community near the Martinez Refining Company was fortunate when a fire broke out ...

Contra Costa County Health Officer Dr. Ori Tzvieli on Tuesday revealed how fortunate the Martinez community was on Feb. 1, ...

General aviation airports play vital roles in fighting fires and supporting supply lines when disaster strikes.