Parts of Southern California are covered with pink fire retardant as firefighters try to control deadly wildfires raging in ...

It's never a great idea to leave anything on your paint for extended periods, but Phos-Chek won't do much damage of its own ...

Chek, a hot-pink aerial fire suppressant, plays a crucial role in protecting communities. But what is it made of, and is it safe for the environment? Explore the benefits and concerns surrounding this ...

Retired Sierra Madre fire captain Rich Snyder used decades of expertise and quick action to protect his Pasadena home and ...

The powdered substance sprayed over the California wildfires is called Phos-Chek. It contains ammonium phosphate — an ...

As fire crews and air tankers work to block the wildfires' explosive growth, images of red clouds of fire retardant falling onto trees are common. What is it — and what's in it?

Here is what we know about the fire retardant: The vibrant red fire retardant is known as Phos-Chek and has been used by firefighters battling wildland blazes for over 50 years, according to its ...

The very large air tankers typically take center stage during the day. But once the sun goes down, they're grounded, and the ...

Los Angeles firefighters are using Phos-Chek, a bright pink fire retardant, to combat wildfires threatening lives and property. Developed by Perimeter Solutions, Phos-Chek helps slow the spread of ...

Cal Fire had more than 60 aircraft within its firefighting fleet in the effort to combat fires throughout Los Angeles. Cal ...

This local couple built specific fire resilient features into their home years ago. Their house survived the deadly Palisades ...

Aircraft that douse flames with water and bright red Phos-Chek fire retardant are a common sight in California. Aerial firefighting requires municipal, county, state and federal agencies to ...