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fromwww.independent.co.uk
12 hours ago

Tourists evacuated as France continues to battle biggest wildfire since 1949

The Independent provides critical reporting on various social issues and environmental crises, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
20 hours ago

France wildfire destroys area 1.5 times bigger than Paris

The Aude region is enduring the largest wildfire in nearly eighty years, having burned over 16,000 hectares, which is one-and-a-half times the size of Paris.
France news
#france
#gifford-fire
Cars
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A double hat and a Tbilisi monument: photos of the day Wednesday

Speed Week has resumed at Bonneville Salt Flats despite a recent tragic incident with a driver.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 day ago

Evacuation, road closures and injuries - latest on the fatal wildfire in southern France

A wildfire in southern France has resulted in one death and numerous injuries, burning 11,000 hectares with 1,500 firefighters engaged.
#california
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Rosa fire burns 1,200 acres in Riverside County, prompting evacuation orders

A vegetation fire, named the Rosa fire, has burned 1,200 acres in Riverside County, prompting evacuations and air quality advisories.
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 week ago

Value of homes impacted by Palisades fire totaled almost $52 billion

The Pacific Palisades homes impacted by the January wildfire had a total value of $51.7 billion before the blaze devoured the westside Los Angeles neighborhood, according to a recent Redfin report.
LA real estate
fromHigh Country News
3 days ago

'Help is not on the way' - High Country News

"Every spring, Forest Service fire leaders meet to plan for the upcoming fire season. This year, some employees were shocked by the blunt remarks made during a meeting..."
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Crews battle vegetation fire in Lake County; evacuations issued, CAL FIRE says

A vegetation fire in Lake County has reached 340 acres and remains 0% contained, leading to evacuations.
#grand-canyon
Environment
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

National Park Service's 'confine and contain' strategy questioned after wildfire it let burn incinerates historic lodge

A wildfire in the Grand Canyon destroyed over 70 structures, raising concerns about National Park Service's fire management decisions.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

A wildfire destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge. It burned down once before

A wildfire destroyed the historic Grand Canyon Lodge and numerous structures in Grand Canyon National Park, prompting calls for investigation into fire management.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Environment

National Park Service's 'confine and contain' strategy questioned after wildfire it let burn incinerates historic lodge

fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Hotshot firefighter critically injured in Northern California blaze faces 'long road,' family says

Renzo Reginato, a member of the Cleveland National Forest El Coriso hotshot team, was airlifted to Mercy Medical Center in Redding and underwent emergency orthopedic and neurosurgical procedures for a broken tibia and fibula and a traumatic spinal injury.
California
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Deadly Cyprus wildfire claims two lives, forces mass evacuations

A devastating wildfire in southern Cyprus has killed two people and prompted hundreds to flee as flames ravaged approximately 100 square kilometres of territory.
Miscellaneous
#firefighters
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Idaho firefighter shooting: What we know so far about the deadly ambush

Two firefighters tragically killed in an unprecedented shooting attack while responding to an arson fire in northern Idaho.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Euclid fire moves quickly, shutting down the 71 Freeway in Chino Hills

The Euclid fire in Chino Hills expanded rapidly, reaching 120 acres and nearing the Prado Dam, with an expected potential of growing up to 500 acres.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Wildfire kills at least 10 forest workers and rescuers battling blaze in Turkey

At least 10 forest workers and rescuers died in a wildfire in western Turkey, exacerbated by high temperatures and strong winds.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Butler Fire map: Forecast of dry lightning raises warnings of more evacuations

Residents of Siskiyou County need to prepare for evacuation due to dangerous wildfire conditions and weather predictions.
#butler-fire
US news
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Calm Down About the Area 51 Fire, People

A wildfire named Gothic Fire near Area 51 has sparked various conspiracy theories and suspicions regarding the official narrative about its origins.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Dale fire burns 331 acres in Riverside County, prompting evacuation orders

A brush fire in Riverside County has grown to 331 acres, leading to evacuations in nearby communities.
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Enormous fire breaks out by Area 51 sending UFO watchers into a frenzy

A massive wildfire began near Area 51, leading to increased speculation among UFO enthusiasts online.
#evacuation
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Couple confront a suspect on video after they spot him near a burning tree in Runyon Canyon

A couple detained a man who allegedly set a fire in Runyon Canyon while hiking.
#grand-canyon-lodge
#firefighting
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Wildfire spreads across 10 hectares as 80 firefighters battle major blaze in east London

The London Fire Brigade reported that approximately ten hectares of grass and shrubland are currently alight, with crews working diligently to control the blaze.
London politics
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

13-year-old suspected of setting off fireworks that sparked California wildfire

A 13-year-old boy was arrested for allegedly igniting a wildfire in Laguna Beach due to fireworks.
#marseille
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Spain heatwave fuels raging wildfire in Catalan national park

A significant blaze is ongoing between Paũls and Alfara de Carles, leading to strict precautions in six surrounding villages due to fears of worsening conditions.
Environment
#explosion
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Monday Morning Headlines: SF Tourism Business Looking Slow This Summer

Fisherman's Wharf tourism declined markedly, with significantly fewer foreign visitors this summer.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Bodies of all 7 missing people found at California fireworks warehouse that exploded

All seven missing persons from a fireworks warehouse explosion have been confirmed deceased.
#greece
#fireworks
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Madre Fire In Central California Becomes Largest of the Year to Date Overnight

The Madre Fire in San Luis Obispo County has rapidly grown to 35,500 acres and is only 5% contained.
#crete
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Humpday Headlines: Wildfire Contained In Vacaville

San Francisco's St. Anthony Foundation is laying off 12% of its staff due to resource constraints.
#spain
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Hardcore birders and casual sparrow spotters: Science needs you

Volunteers are needed for Project Phoenix to study birds' response to wildfire during the West Coast fire season.
fromHigh Country News
1 month ago

First came the record-setting fire. Then came the record-setting floods. - High Country News

The Hermit's Peak Fire became New Mexico's largest wildfire after a prescribed burn escaped control, leading to a long-term drinking water crisis for nearby residents.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

A violent ambush in Idaho leaves 2 firefighters dead and 1 injured. Here's what to know.

Firefighters were ambushed while responding to a wildfire in Idaho, resulting in two fatalities and one serious injury.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Lake fire burns 477 acres in San Bernardino County, prompting evacuations and road closures

The Lake fire escalated rapidly, forcing evacuations and causing immediate danger to over 100 individuals at Silverwood Lake.
#evacuations
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Europe news

Greece battles wildfire near capital as summer's first heatwave hits

Fast-moving wildfire near Athens leads to evacuations amid extreme heatwave.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Wildfire Near San Bernardino Mountains Prompts Evacuation Orders

A rapidly spreading wildfire north of the San Bernardino Mountains threatens properties and spurs evacuation orders due to high winds and low humidity.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Two Separate Large Brush Fires Raging In Contra Costa County, But Evacuation Warnings Lifted

Two significant brush fires in Contra Costa County pose risks but are being managed, with evacuations lifted and containment efforts ongoing.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Crews battling brush fire in Rodeo, CAL FIRE says

A brush fire in Rodeo has burned at least 10 acres and crews are battling the blaze.
The fire's origin was near Clayes Court and Stirling Drive.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Evacuation orders issued for Ranch Place fire in East San Jose

Cal Fire has issued evacuation orders for the Ranch Place fire in the East San Jose foothills, impacting specific areas as the blaze spreads.
San Jose Sharks
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Watch firefighters battle one of two fires burning in Ventura County

The Howe fire near Piru has expanded to 34 acres with no containment, while the larger Maria fire is 60% contained.
fromKqed
1 month ago

'Wildfire Days' Is a Searing Memoir Driven By Courage - and Masochism

"As it turned out, I liked to suffer, and the depth of one's suffering directly correlated to the degree of one's euphoria at the top."
Writing
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London weather: Yellow heat warning issued as temperatures are forecast to reach 32C in the capital this week

London is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures soaring above 30C, raising wildfire risks.
Emergency services caution against heat-related health risks for the elderly.
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Crews battling wind-driven fire in Southern California's high desert make progress

Firefighters are battling a rapidly spreading brush fire in rugged terrain near Apple Valley, with low containment and worsening conditions due to wind.
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