Fires
Over 30 California Fires Set Amid Peak Wildfire Conditions
"It's pretty unusual to have so many intentionally set fires in a relatively short period of time," a fire district spokesman said earlier this week.
Group Claiming It Set Fire to Anti-Abortion Office Warns of More Violence
"This is not a declaration of war," the group allegedly said. "War has been upon us for decades."
Multiple Dead After Mysterious Explosion at Russian Ammunition Plant
The explosion at the Russian plant led to a prolonged fire, which ultimately killed 2 workers and wounded others.
Arizona Wildfire Forces Thousands To Evacuate
The Tunnel Fire was first reported on Sunday and an investigation has been launched into its cause.
Responders Work to Contain 2 Wildfires in Colorado, New Mexico
The Cooks Peak Fire in New Mexico, which was burning near the Mora and Colfax County lines, had burned an estimated 300 acres and was 0 percent contained.
Experts Suggest Drilling Into Gateway to Hell To Extinguish Burning Crater
The Darvaza gas crater in Turkmenistan has been burning continuously for decades, fueled by flammable methane gas from vast underground stores.
Goat Platoon Commanded by Dogs Help Fight Wildfires in California
Thousands of goats will eat through dry weeds in the area, that could go up in flames come the summer.
14 Victims Identified in Deadly Bronx Blaze, Range in Age From 5 to 50
All the victims reportedly died of smoke inhalation.
How Space Heaters Can Cause Fires Explained As 19 Killed in New York Blaze
Approximately 1,200 fires a year are caused by portable electric space heaters, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
NYC Sees One of Its 'Worst Fires' as Blaze Kills at Least 19
The fire in a Bronx apartment building claimed the lives of multiple children and injured dozens, fire officials said Sunday.
Authorities Suspect "Cult" Land as Source of Colorado Wildfire
A viral video taken the day the Marshall fire began appears to show a shed ablaze on land owned by a controversial religious sect.
Hero Dog Saves Family of Six From House Fire Before Christmas
If the dog hadn't woken the family members up during the 5 a.m. blaze, the family might not have survived, the dad said.
Stunning Video Shows Blinding Dust Storm in Kansas as Plains Get Walloped
The state is experiencing concurrent wildfires, windstorms and dust storms that have demolished buildings and caused power outages and road closures.
Wireless Earphone Users Report Fire and Burn Injuries, Prompting Recall
Consumers in possession of the earphones covered by the recall were encouraged to stop using them "immediately."
How to hang Christmas lights on your house and tree
This festive family activity over the holiday season can quickly become a fire hazard if you don't take care.
Monument Fire Surpasses 183k Acres As Dixie, Caldor Fires Continue Burning
The fire is burning through northwest California's Trinity National Forest—east of Eureka. About 37 percent of the fire had been contained Monday.
Caldor Fire Rips Through Cabins in Sacramento, Closing in on Tahoe
More than 24,000 residents have evacuated in small communities along highways connecting Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe.
Goal Zero Yeti 1000 Core Review: A Powerful Backup Battery
Be prepared for fire season, blackouts or other emergencies with an electric generator that's powerful enough to run your most needed devices.
California Wildifre Map, Update As Four New Blazes Sparked on Wednesday
At least 92 large wildfires that have destroyed 2.5 million acres are burning in the U.S. across 13 states.
California's Caldor Fire Is Rapidly Growing and Zero Percent Contained
At least 104 large wildfires that have destroyed 2.4 million acres are currently burning in the U.S. across 12 states.
Wildfire Smoke Linked to Rise in COVID-19 Cases, Deaths in Western States
Tiny particles of soot may have resulted in a 20 percent increase in coronavirus infections in counties across California, Oregon and Washington amid record-breaking wildfires last year.
Man Reportedly Helping Fight Fire Taken for Arsonist, Burned Alive by Mob
Jamal ben Ismael, 35, was killed in the city of Tizi Ouzou in Kabylia, Algeria, on Wednesday evening.
16,000 Homes in California Threatened by Growing Dixie Fire
There are 108 large wildfires burning across the U.S., with 25,000 wildland firefighters and incident management teams battling the blazes.
California's Dixie Fire Destroys Half a Million Acres
There are 107 large wildfires burning across the U.S. as 24,000 wildland firefighters and incident management teams are battling the blazes.
Greek Island Cut in Half by Wildfire After Worst Heat Wave in Decades
More than 100 wildfires broke out across Greece in the past few days, forcing thousands of residents and tourists to evacuate their homes.
Dixie Fire Video Shows California Town Razed to the Ground
There are 96 large wildfires burning across the U.S. In California, more hot and dry weather is forecast, which could accelerate the blazes' growth.
Inslee, Newsom Ask Biden for More Resources to Battle Wildfires
California Governor Gavin Newsom said last year, a record 130,000 acres were burned, but that record was shattered in 2021 with 504,000 acres currently burned.
New York Sommelier Arrested for Lighting Outdoor Dining Structures on Fire
According to the New York Fire Department, 35-year-old Caleb Ganzer was arrested by Fire Marshalls on Thursday.
California's Dixie Fire Burns Over 220k Acres, Threatens Homes
There are currently 81 active large wildfires burning across the U.S., and more than 1.6 million acres have been destroyed by the blazes.
San Jose Blaze Breaks Out As California Wildfires Scorch 500 Square Miles
At least 79 large wildfires are currently active across 12 states and have burned more than 1.5 million acres of land.