Forest Fires
California Fire Update, 23 Major Wildfires Still Burning Across the State
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection has warned that "humidity recovery remains slow, continuing the increased fire danger."
Dramatic Video Shows Car Escaping California Glass Fire
Evacuation orders are in effect across parts of Napa County following the Glass Fire, which is zero percent contained.
Bobcat Fire Exceeds 'Critical Thresholds for Large Fire Growth'
Around 8,000 wildfires have burned over 3.6 million acres of California this year.
Joe Rogan Condemned For Falsely Blaming Oregon Fires on Left-Wing Activists
Claims that the fires were started by so-called leftist activists and members of antifa have been debunked by authorities.
California Fire Update, Bobcat Blaze Spreads in 'Several Directions'
Around 7,900 wildfires have burned over 3.4 million acres of California so far this year.
Oregon Fires Mean Portland Now Has Worst Air Quality in the World
An air quality advisory remains in place for all of Oregon through Thursday.
California Fire Update, Bobcat Fire Still Only 3 Percent Contained
Fire crews continue to protect the Mount Wilson Observatory, with the fire remaining active in the area.
California Fires, Firefighters Battle to Save Mount Wilson Observatory
The historic observatory houses around 50 buildings and several telescopes used by leading astronomers.
In Historic First, Scientific American Magazine Endorses Joe Biden
"Scientific American has never endorsed a presidential candidate in its 175-year history. This year we are compelled to do so," the editors wrote.
More Than 100 Oregon College Students Are Fighting Out-of-Control Wildfires
There are currently at least 13 "active large fires" in Oregon, according to the latest report from the National Interagency Fire Center.
California Fires, Updates for Bobcat, Creek as 3.2 Million Acres Burned
Firefighters are battling 28 major fires across the state, several of which are less than 20 percent contained.
California Fire Updates, 'Elevated Fire Risk' Possible Monday
Nearly 17,000 firefighters were reported to be battling 29 major wildfires across the state as of Sunday.
California Fire Map, Updates as Slater Fire More Than Quadruples in a Day
More than half of the nearly 5.2 million acres burned by fires across the U.S. were reported to be in California.
California Fire Updates, 'Explosive Growth' of Creek, Bobcat, Bear Fires
Firefighters continue to battle 28 major fires acros the state, with the Creek, Bobcat, Slater and Willow fires reported to be zero percent contained.
California Fire Map, Update as Wildfires Destroy Area Larger Than Yosemite
Nearly 14,000 firefighters are battling 25 major wildfires, three of which have been zero percent contained, as of Tuesday evening.
Creek Fire Update, 'Phenomenal Amount' of Sierra National Forest Burned
Eight U.S. National Forests in California have been temporarily closed, while restrictions were announced for several others due to the threat of ongoing fires.
Creek Fire Update, Over 60 People Trapped as Rescue Efforts 'Unsuccessful'
One person has died due to a medical issue amid the ongoing fire but there may be more casualties, the Fresno Fire Department warned.
Evergreen Wildfire Update, Over 1,000 Colorado Homes Evacuated
The fire was reported to be at 50 acres, with zero percent contained, as of Monday evening.
Forest Fire Near Chernobyl Causes Large Spike in Radiation
"There is bad news—radiation is above normal in the fire's center," Yegor Firsov, head of Ukraine's ecological inspection service said.
Cave Fire Update: Evacuation Orders Expanded As Fire Reaches 3,300 Acres
Mandatory evacuation orders and warnings are in place in parts of Santa Barbara County following a wind-driven fire sparked in Los Padres National Park near Painted Cave Road.
Fires Decimating Rainforests Can Only Be Stopped if We Side With Communities over Corporations
Companies are burning forests and land year after year, with little recourse.
Indonesian Forest Fires Turn Sky a Hellish, Instagram-filter Red
The intense wildfires that are hitting the region during this year's season are turning the sky a bloody red.
Amazon Rainforest Fires Are Only Going to Get Worse | Opinion
"If Brazil does not retreat from the course it is on, scientists warn there will come a time in the near future when Amazonian fires burn without control and push the forest to a point of no return," researcher Robert Walker said.
G-7 Countries Slammed Over $22 Million Pledge to Fight Amazon Wildfires
"The US has spent over $100 million on Trump's golf trips," journalist Jordan Uhl tweeted.
More Frequent and Intense Wildfires Turning Forests Into Climate Heaters
Boreal forests store one-third of all terrestrial carbon—but for how long?
Brazil's Bolsonaro Dismisses Amazon Rainforest Fires Outcry
Outspoken president's remarks came as smoke from the fires plunges São Paulo into darkness at 3 p.m.
Why Controlled Burns Could Save Forests, And Lives
Wildfires in British Columbia and California have blanketed the northwest U.S. in smoke, creating some of the most unhealthy air quality in the country.
Over 100 Wildfires Now Burning In the U.S.
"We are expecting that there will be more fire-starts today," Jeremy Grams, lead forecaster with the National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center in Oklahoma, said on Saturday.
Did the Sun Go Out Over Siberia? Russians Want Answers
Reports of a cloud of darkness blocking out the Sun at noon above northern Siberia have raised questions.
Pictures of Deadly Wildfires Near Athens
At least 50 people have been killed as wildfires rage through villages near Athens, with huge flames trapping families with children as they fled.

