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July 4, 2024 at 8:51 PM
Heat wave sets in on West Coast with worst yet to come
Some 170 million Americans are on alert for sweltering temperatures this Fourth of July as the brutal heat continues.
July 4, 2024 at 8:51 PM
July 4, 2024 at 6:48 PM
3 firefighters injured battling Thompson wildfire in California, Cal Fire says
About 13,000 people remain under evacuation order near Oroville, California.
July 4, 2024 at 6:48 PM
July 4, 2024 at 4:11 PM
Several firefighters injured battling Thompson fire in northern California
More than 1,400 firefighters are working around the clock to tackle the flames just north of Sacramento, which have burned over 3,500 acres and are only 7% contained.
July 4, 2024 at 4:11 PM
July 4, 2024 at 4:15 AM
Roughly 30,000 evacuated amid northern California wildfire
An out-of-control wildfire in northern California has forced thousands from their homes. The region faces a dangerous heat wave, worsening the situation.
July 4, 2024 at 4:15 AM
July 4, 2024 at 2:54 AM
Lightning strike blamed for wildfire that killed 2 people in New Mexico, damaged 1,400 structures
Authorities say a lightning strike caused the larger of two wildfires that has killed at least two people and destroyed or damaged more than 1,400 structures in New Mexico
July 4, 2024 at 2:54 AM
July 2, 2024 at 4:06 AM
Firefighters battle wildfires on 2 Greek islands as premier warns of a dangerous summer
Firefighters battled wildfires that broke out on the eastern Aegean islands of Chios and Kos and injured five people, as Greece’s prime minister warned of a dangerous summer ahead
July 2, 2024 at 4:06 AM
June 30, 2024 at 6:14 PM
Evacuation orders lifted for some Arizona residents forced from homes by a wildfire
Evacuation orders in Arizona have been lifted for some residents of northeast Scottsdale who have been out of their homes for days because of a wildfire
June 30, 2024 at 6:14 PM
June 30, 2024 at 5:18 PM
Two wildfires are burning near Greece's capital, fueled by strong winds
Two large wildfires are burning Sunday near Greece’s capital of Athens, and authorities have sent emergency messages for some residents to evacuate and others to stay at home to protect themselves from smoke
June 30, 2024 at 5:18 PM
June 27, 2024 at 8:59 PM
Oregon wildfire grows to nearly 4,000 acres, prompting new evacuations
A wind-driven wildfire that ignited in Central Oregon has spread nearly 4,000 acres and is threatening homes.
June 27, 2024 at 8:59 PM
June 26, 2024 at 7:31 PM
Central Oregon wildfire prompting evacuations
A wind-driven wildfire that ignited on Tuesday in Central Oregon spread overnight to 1,700 acres and was threatening homes.
June 26, 2024 at 7:31 PM
June 26, 2024 at 10:14 AM
Wildfire prompts evacuation orders for rural community in northern California
A rapidly growing wildfire near the central Oregon community of La Pine is being spurred by gusty winds and prompting evacuations
June 26, 2024 at 10:14 AM
June 24, 2024 at 11:53 PM
FBI announces $10,000 reward for info on cause of deadly New Mexico fires
The FBI is offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of those responsible for New Mexico fires that killed two people.
June 24, 2024 at 11:53 PM
June 24, 2024 at 11:45 PM
FBI announces $10,000 reward for info on cause of deadly New Mexico fires
The South Fork and Salt fires have killed two and burned over 25,000 acres.
June 24, 2024 at 11:45 PM
June 24, 2024 at 4:30 PM
Rebuilding Paradise: Nonprofit's $500 'defensible space' grants help cut residents' insurance costs
Five years after the 2018 Camp Fire killed 85 people and destroyed 90% of the homes here, residents of Paradise, California, face a new struggle: Finding homeowner's insurance
June 24, 2024 at 4:30 PM
June 24, 2024 at 3:05 PM
Why extreme wildfires have doubled in the last 20 years
A new study is adding to the growing body of research showing how much more severe wildfires have become in recent decades.
June 24, 2024 at 3:05 PM
June 24, 2024 at 12:27 AM
Quebec’s Port-Cartier maximum security prison evacuated as wildfire burns
Authorities say wildfires burning in Quebec have forced the evacuation of inmates from a maximum security prison, as favorable winds bolstered efforts to battle a pair of out-of-control blazes north of the city of Port-Cartier
June 24, 2024 at 12:27 AM
June 23, 2024 at 8:46 PM
FBI seeks suspects in 2 New Mexico wildfires that killed 2 people, damaged hundreds of buildings
Full-time residents of Ruidoso will be allowed to return home Monday as federal authorities seek to prosecute whoever started a pair of New Mexico wildfires that killed two people and destroyed or damaged hundreds of buildings and homes
June 23, 2024 at 8:46 PM
June 23, 2024 at 4:38 PM
FBI offers reward for information about deadly southern New Mexico wildfires
Federal authorities are offering a reward for information about those responsible for igniting a pair of New Mexico wildfires
June 23, 2024 at 4:38 PM
June 22, 2024 at 3:42 AM
Escape from killer New Mexico wildfire was 'absolute sheer terror,’ says woman who fled the flames
With little warning, thousands of people were forced to flee their homes as a pair of wildfires ballooned in a single afternoon
June 22, 2024 at 3:42 AM
June 20, 2024 at 2:25 AM
Wildfires turn deadly in New Mexico; firefighters work to contain California blazes
An early start to the U.S. wildfire season remained in full swing Wednesday in the West as blazes in New Mexico turned deadly and prompted a state of emergency.
June 20, 2024 at 2:25 AM
June 19, 2024 at 11:55 PM
60-year-old among 2 dead in New Mexico wildfires: 'He made friends everywhere'
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency as the dual South Fork Fire and Salt Fire have 0% containment as of Wednesday afternoon.
June 19, 2024 at 11:55 PM
June 18, 2024 at 4:01 AM
Wildfire near LA spreads to more than 15,600 acres, 20% containment
A Southern California wildfire doubled in size overnight causing the evacuation of more than 1,000 campers from a park.
June 18, 2024 at 4:01 AM
June 17, 2024 at 11:57 PM
California wildfires prompt evacuations from campers
On Monday, California firefighters fought the state's largest blaze this year amid fears of a forecasted hot, dry season ahead.
June 17, 2024 at 11:57 PM
June 17, 2024 at 7:50 PM
Wildfires cause apocalyptic scenes in parts of California
The Post Fire, just North of Los Angeles, has already burned more than 14,000 acres since Saturday. At least 1,200 people were forced to evacuate. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
June 17, 2024 at 7:50 PM
June 17, 2024 at 7:23 PM
Wildfire near LA spreads to more than 14,600 acres, sparking evacuations
A Southern California wildfire doubled in size overnight causing the evacuation of more than 1,000 campers from a park.
June 17, 2024 at 7:23 PM
June 17, 2024 at 2:44 PM
Wildfire rages near Los Angeles
In Los Angeles County, the Post Fire has burned over 22 square miles, forcing at least 1,200 people to evacuate, including 1,000 campers.
June 17, 2024 at 2:44 PM
June 17, 2024 at 2:35 AM
Wildfires threaten California homes and businesses
Thousands of residents are forced to evacuate while firefighters battle to control the flames.
June 17, 2024 at 2:35 AM
June 16, 2024 at 3:04 PM
Wildfires breaking out in the West, forcing hundreds to evacuate
A California wildfire spread north of Los Angeles, fueled by high winds, forcing mass evacuations. Plus, the heat wave stretching across the country.
June 16, 2024 at 3:04 PM
June 14, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Wildfire destroys 6 homes outside Phoenix
Firefighters are racing to contain a massive wildfire near Phoenix that has destroyed several homes and shut down a major highway.
June 14, 2024 at 2:48 PM
1 month ago
4 firefighters injured battling 60-acre wildfire in Napa County, Cal Fire says
Firefighters had been dispatch to the blaze on the east side of Napa County at about 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Cal Fire Division Chief Mike Wink said.
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2 firefighters injured after battling wildfire near San Francisco
A massive wildfire in San Joaquin County has burned 14 thousand acres of mostly dry grassland about 50 miles east of the Bay area, with 100 homes evacuated over the weekend, officials said.
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1st major California wildfire of the year is 75% contained after burning 14,000 acres
The fire is burning in San Joaquin County, close to the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, which is about 50 miles outside San Francisco.
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Massive wildfire spreads to 14K acres, mandatory evacuations in California
The Corral Fire in San Joaquin County has scorched more than 14,000 acres in Northern California. Many residents were forced to evacuate over the weekend.
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Major Northern California heat wave affecting firefighting efforts
A massive wildfire has scorched more than 14,000 acres in San Joaquin County.
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California wildfires force evacuations
Wildfires that started near the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, about 50 miles east of San Francisco, are finally starting to subside.
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Fast-moving wildfire burning East of San Francisco
The first major fire of the year started Saturday afternoon in San Joaquin County in California. Families in about 100 homes in the area have been forced to evacuate.
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More than 12,000 acres burned by wildfire in California
California’s peak wildfire season is starting off strong as more than 12,000 acres burn with homes in threat. Plus, the Western heat wave bringing the highest temperatures of the year so far.
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Maui students visit another community that emerged from tragedy
A group of students whose community was devastated by the Maui wildfires were given that chance through the Tomodachi Initiative to get inspired by another community that emerged from tragedy.
2 months ago
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Canadian wildfire smoke could again impact US, experts said
With wildfires burning across Canada, meteorologists said conditions are stacking up for a replay of last year's fire season when skies over New York City turned orange.
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How to make an at-home wildfire smoke air filtration system
As the threat of an active wildfire season looms, there are steps individuals can take to mitigate the effects of wildfire smoke in their homes.
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140 wildfires from Canada reaches US, Minnesota in red category
Wildfires in Canada have spread smoke to the US, leading Minnesota to issue its first air quality alert of 2024.
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Canadian wildfire smoke prompts air quality alert in Midwest US
In the U.S., wildfire smoke has reached states from Montana to Wisconsin but was especially heavy in Minnesota on Sunday.
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Fires in Western Canada burn out of control
States in the upper Midwest can expect to see hazy skies fueled by more than 140 wildfires currently raging in Canada.
2 months ago
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Canadian wildfires force thousands to evacuate
Dozens of wildfires burning in Alberta and British Columbia are impacting air quality in North Dakota, Minnesota and other U.S. states.
2 months ago
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With suicides rising in Hawaii, organizations try to help locals mental health
Although suicide rates may not be increasing in Maui, there seems to be a rise in mental health concerns.
2 months ago
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Maui fires cause major housing crisis
Nine months since the devastating wildfires, construction permits are still stalled leaving many families without a home.
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Hawaii AG report details timeline, factors that contributed to deadly Maui wildfires
Hawaii Attorney General Anne Lopez released the first set of findings from an investigation into the Lahaina, Maui wildfires in 2023.
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Maui students find hope after wildfires through Hawaii-Japan exchange program
Students from Hawaii who were impacted by the Maui wildfires traveled to Japan to learn from the community there how residents recovered from their own disaster.
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Culture exchange program gives hope to students affected by the wildfires in Hawaii
Eleven students affected by the Lahaina wildfires on Maui visited Higashimatsushima, Miyagi, to witness its recovery from the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami of 2011.
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Maui officials slow to hand over documents in deadly fire investigation, AG says
Seven months after wildfires ripped through Maui, investigators are finalizing a comprehensive report that is now set to be released on April 17, 2024.
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