One of several wildfires raging in California temporarily closed a section of the state's coastal highway.

BBC: California wildfire shuts famous highway

Here in Southern California, firefighters continue battling wildfires, and so do goats.

NPR: Goats Eat Fuel for Wildfires in San Diego Community

Wildfires are projected to be more likely than normal in parts of Southern California, Hawaii and Appalachia in coming months, according to the National Interagency Fire Center.

WSJ: Be Prepared for Winter Storms and Natural Disasters

There is compelling coverage of the year's major news events: Iran, the war in Iraq, the Minneapolis bridge collapse and the massive southern California wildfires.

NPR: Memorable Moments 2007 Introduction