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Risk of wildfire spreading increases where trees, shrubs replace grasses

Updated on May 19, 2023 02:05 IST

Smoke rises above the southeast perimeter of the Paskwa fire (HWF030) as it burns near Fox Lake, Alberta, Canada May 16.

Wildfires ravage Canada's Alberta, over 30,000 forced to evacuate

A wildfire burns a section of forest in the Grande Prairie district of Alberta, Canada, Saturday, May 6, 2023. (Government of Alberta Fire Service/The Canadian Press via AP)

Published on May 8, 2023 12:16 IST

A few doused, but Goa wildfires continue

The forest fires were first noticed at a location in Satrem village of the Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary nearly seven days ago. (HT)

Updated on Mar 11, 2023 23:14 IST

At least 13 killed as Chile struggles to contain raging wildfires

Chile has declared a state of disaster in several central-southern regions after a devastating heat wave provoked forest fires authorities said on Friday.

Published on Feb 4, 2023 03:49 IST

Arctic wildfires releasing more CO2 than ever: Study

A view shows burning trees, as wildfires continue to spread in Europe.

Published on Nov 4, 2022 07:01 IST

California says brace for blackouts as heat wave drives record power use

The Fairview Fire burns near Hemet, California, US, September 6, 2022.(REUTERS/David Swanson)

Published on Sep 7, 2022 24:42 IST

Fires that killed 38, burn portion of UNESCO-listed park in Algeria: expert

A view shows a burnt vehicle amid burnt trees following a wildfire in El Kala, in Al Taref province.

Published on Aug 21, 2022 11:55 IST

PM Modi dials Macron, discusses France's wildfires, global food security

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with French President Emmanuel Macron.

Updated on Aug 16, 2022 16:57 IST

'Extreme heat' warning begins in UK as France battles ‘devastating wildfire’

Firefighters deploy to fight a fire in a forest near homes in Clefs-Val-D'Anjou, near La Fleche, western France, where flames have ravaged more than 500 hectares of forests since a fire started on August 8.

Updated on Aug 11, 2022 09:25 IST

Wildfires: Firefighters battle blazes in Germany and Czechia

A massive wildfire was spreading in the eastern German state of Brandenburg in a region with lots of bone-dry pine forests where firefighters have to be especially careful because of old World War II ammunition that’s still buried there.

Published on Jul 26, 2022 12:19 IST

Airbus tests its military transporter as water bomber to combat wildfires

The aircraft's low-level flight capability and manoeuvrability at low speeds makes it capable of droping payloads of water at very low heights, down to 50 metres. (Michael Schoellhorn/Twitter)

Published on Jul 26, 2022 10:39 IST

Video: Yosemite Wildfire burns out of control, forcing thousands to flee

A fast-moving brush fire near Yosemite National Park has exploded in size into one of California's largest wildfires of the year and prompting evacuation orders for thousands of people.

Published on Jul 25, 2022 13:39 IST

California wildfire | Thousands ordered to flee, emergency declared: Report

A fast-moving wildfire near Yosemite National Park exploded in size Saturday into one of California's largest wildfires of the year, prompting evacuation orders for thousands of people and shutting off power to more than 2,000 homes and businesses.

Updated on Jul 24, 2022 23:30 IST

France to order air-conditioned shops to keep doors shut to cut energy wastage

The minister said there were also plans to restrict the use of illuminated signs.

Updated on Jul 24, 2022 23:58 IST

Explained: What is behind the heat waves affecting the United States?

A structure burns on Jerseydale road during the Oak Fire in Mariposa County, California, US.

Published on Jul 24, 2022 11:02 IST

Europe braces for highest temperatures amid widespread wildfires

Fire engines drive during a wildfire in El Pont de Vilomara, north of Barcelona, Spain.

Published on Jul 18, 2022 09:56 IST

Cats injured in wildfires at deadly blood clots risk: Study

Study finds cats injured in wildfires at deadly blood clots risk

Published on Jul 18, 2022 05:11 IST

Wildfires scorch France, Spain; temperature-related deaths soar

This photo provided by the fire brigade of the Gironde region (SDIS 33) shows firefighters working against a wildfire near Landiras, southwestern France, Saturday.

Published on Jul 17, 2022 13:32 IST

Yosemite wildfire in US threatens some of world's oldest trees | Videos

In this photo courtesy of the National Parks Service obtained on July 11, 2022, fire fighters perform backfire operations while combating the Washburn Fire near the South Entrance of Yosemite National Park, California.

Published on Jul 12, 2022 04:13 IST

'Disturbing, disastrous': TikTokers in Pakistan starting wildfires for videos

As the video drew flak, TikToker Humaira Asghar said she did not start the wildfire and there is nothing wrong is shooting a video.

Published on May 18, 2022 01:50 IST

Houston Braces for Flooding and Tornadoes as West Texas Wildfires Burn

REUTERS image

Published on Mar 22, 2022 04:44 IST

Extreme wildfires set to get worse globally, says UN

Large wildfires, which can rage uncontrolled for days or weeks, cause respiratory and heart problems, especially for the elderly and very young.

Updated on Feb 23, 2022 23:35 IST

Wildfire along California's Big Sur forces hundreds to evacuate, highway shut

Authorities shut a stretch of Highway 1 with no estimated time for reopening. In picture - The Colorado Fire burns along Highway 1 near Big Sur, California.

Published on Jan 22, 2022 22:16 IST

Crews box in Colorado wildfire as investigators seek cause

A fire burns near a home Thursday, Dec. 30, 2021, north of Boulder, Colo. (Cliff Grassmick/Daily Camera via AP)

Updated on Jan 5, 2022 05:29 IST

Colorado wildfire: 1,000 houses hit, fire spread ‘in blink of eye’ says Governor

Colorado’s wildfire season typically ends in autumn, but the region is so dry and devoid of snow that it remains primed for blazes. In picture - Boulder County neighborhood destroyed by the wildfire as seen from a Colorado National Guard helicopter during a flyover by Gov. Jared Polis.

Published on Jan 1, 2022 24:08 IST

Colorado wildfires: Thousands evacuated as officials fear several houses lost

Wind gusts of over 100 miles (160 kilometres) an hour have been reported in some places, fanning the flames and complicating firefighting efforts.

Published on Dec 31, 2021 02:08 IST

After California wildfires, more than 10,000 ‘hazard trees’ to be removed

What worries climatologists is not so much the size of California’s wildfires, which have long rejuvenated forests and chaparral, but their ferocity.

Updated on Oct 24, 2021 01:32 IST

California fire is second biggest in its history

Vehicles engulfed in flames as the Dixie fire rages on in Greenville, California.

Published on Aug 10, 2021 01:08 IST

Fire devours Greek's second-largest island; residents urged to flee

Local residents look at the wildfire approaching the village of Gouves on Evia (Euboea) island, second largest Greek island on August 8.

Updated on Aug 9, 2021 03:08 IST

California's Dixie wildfire is now second-worst in state history

The Dixie blaze is the largest active wildfire in the United States, but one of only 11 major wildfires in California. In picture - Burned trees on one side and unburned trees on the other at the site of the Dixie Fire, a wildfire near the town of Greenville, California.

Published on Aug 8, 2021 23:52 IST

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