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Air pollution linked to 1.5 million deaths per year study DW 11/28/2024

Air pollution from forest fires is responsible for over 1.5 million deaths annually, primarily in low and middle-income countries.

How slowing Amazon's deforestation improved Brazil's health DW 11/23/2024

Conservation measures in the Amazon have improved regional respiratory health outcomes by reducing hospitalizations and deaths linked to air pollution from forest fires.

Air pollution linked to 1.5 million deaths per year study DW 11/28/2024

Air pollution from forest fires is responsible for over 1.5 million deaths annually, primarily in low and middle-income countries.

How slowing Amazon's deforestation improved Brazil's health DW 11/23/2024

Conservation measures in the Amazon have improved regional respiratory health outcomes by reducing hospitalizations and deaths linked to air pollution from forest fires.
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Ecuador: Wildfires trigger national emergency DW 11/19/2024

Ecuador declares a 60-day national emergency due to forest fires exacerbated by a severe drought, impacting agriculture and energy supply.
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Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 28

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, named LAC-343973, is currently uncontained with an unknown cause.

Breaking: Cedar Fire reported in Amador County on Oct. 31

New wildfire reported in Amador County, California; containment status and cause are currently unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Bernardino County on Sep. 9

The Palm Fire in San Bernardino County is currently uncontained and its cause is still unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 28

A new wildfire in Los Angeles County, named LAC-343973, is currently uncontained with an unknown cause.

Breaking: Cedar Fire reported in Amador County on Oct. 31

New wildfire reported in Amador County, California; containment status and cause are currently unknown.

Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Bernardino County on Sep. 9

The Palm Fire in San Bernardino County is currently uncontained and its cause is still unknown.
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#portugal

Brazil sees its worst forest fires in 14 years, exposing Lula and state governors' lack of preparation

Brazil is facing its worst fire crisis since 2010, struggling with significant environmental challenges and inadequate governmental response.

Portugal battles deadly wildfires

Portugal faces severe forest fires, supported by European aid, amidst dangerous conditions this September.
Two people have died due to forest fires in Portugal, and the situation remains complex but manageable.

Brazil sees its worst forest fires in 14 years, exposing Lula and state governors' lack of preparation

Brazil is facing its worst fire crisis since 2010, struggling with significant environmental challenges and inadequate governmental response.

Portugal battles deadly wildfires

Portugal faces severe forest fires, supported by European aid, amidst dangerous conditions this September.
Two people have died due to forest fires in Portugal, and the situation remains complex but manageable.
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It's guerrilla warfare': Brazil fire teams fight Amazon blazes and the arsonists who start them

The Amazon rainforest is facing catastrophic destruction from extreme drought, illegal logging, and fires, reminiscent of historical disasters.

Silicon Valley Wants to Fight Fires With Fire

Innovative technology like remote-controlled skidders is crucial in the fight against forest fires and improving forest management.

Smokey Bear turns 80 this year. Did he help prevent forest fires?

Smokey Bear's public service announcement turns 80, reminding people of their role in preventing wildfires.
#chile

In pictures: Chile battles devastating wildfires as death toll soars

Massive forest fires have broken out in central Chile, resulting in at least 112 deaths and leaving 1,600 people without homes.
The fires are burning with high intensity around Vina del Mar, a popular beach resort and music festival host in Chile.
Chile's President Gabriel Boric has called the fires a 'tragedy of very great magnitude' and warned that the death toll could rise.

At least 46 were killed in Chile as forest fires move into densely populated areas

Intense forest fires in central Chile have caused 46 deaths and destroyed 1,100 homes.
President Gabriel Boric urges Chileans to evacuate and cooperate with rescue workers due to the fast-advancing fires.

In pictures: Chile battles devastating wildfires as death toll soars

Massive forest fires have broken out in central Chile, resulting in at least 112 deaths and leaving 1,600 people without homes.
The fires are burning with high intensity around Vina del Mar, a popular beach resort and music festival host in Chile.
Chile's President Gabriel Boric has called the fires a 'tragedy of very great magnitude' and warned that the death toll could rise.

At least 46 were killed in Chile as forest fires move into densely populated areas

Intense forest fires in central Chile have caused 46 deaths and destroyed 1,100 homes.
President Gabriel Boric urges Chileans to evacuate and cooperate with rescue workers due to the fast-advancing fires.
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Smoke was so thick': Forest fires scorch Indian mountains amid heatwave

The state of Uttarakhand in India has faced numerous large fires, damaging significant forest land and posing a threat to human settlements.

Not just a heat wave: June extreme weather plagues the states from Tropical Storm Alberto to snow

The U.S. is facing extreme weather conditions such as a dangerous heat wave and forest fires, impacting various regions across the country.

For Israelis near the Lebanon border, war with Hezbollah feels inevitable

Residents in northern Israel like Kiryat Shmona are facing challenges due to ongoing forest fires caused by rockets from Hezbollah, signaling a potential escalation in tensions.
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