Wildfire
Bond Fire Evacuation Map: Hundreds in Southern California Told to Leave
In a matter of hours, the Bond Fire grew to more than 2,000 acres, forcing people from their homes and leaving thousands of others without power.
Colorado Residents Scramble to Safely Cast Votes Amid Wildfire Evacuations
Peter Rempel had every intention of taking his mail ballot with him as he evacuated, but "that got left on the dining room table."
Silverado Fire Update: 60,000 Forced to Evacuate in Orange County, Calif.
The fire spread from about 10 acres to 2,000 in about four hours.
Eight Facts About the Devastating 2020 California Wildfires
Five of the top 10 largest wildfires in California's history have burned in the state this year.
Badger Fire Burns More Than 35,000 Acres in Idaho, Evacuations Ordered
High winds and "critically dry" fuels allowed the fire to spread rapidly and officials told residents to leave their homes on Friday morning.
Oregon Fire Map, Update, Storm to Help Firefighters Battle the Blazes
A storm in the early hours of Friday may help contain the wildfires as Gov. Kate Brown says: "Our firefighters are grateful for rain."
As Wildfires Rage, Forecast High Winds Will Be a Blessing or a Curse
The stronger the gust, the more deadly the fire.
Air Pollution From California Wildfires Prompts Clean Air Centers Opening
Air quality across the state has plummeted as fires continue to burn.
How to Protect Yourself from Wildfire Smoke During West Coast Fires
The impacts of wildfire smoke are worsened by the coronavirus pandemic, so it is important to protect yourself and your family from the smoke's harmful pollutants.
Oregon Fires 'Knocking on Doorstep' of Portland, Official Warns
"I can't say this enough, if you are notified by emergency officials to evacuate, please do so immediately. You may not get a second chance," Gov. Kate Brown warned in a press briefing this week.
Air Pollution From California Wildfires in Some Regions 'Unprecedented'
Experts say climate change must be addressed to combat worsening wildfire seasons.
No, Antifa Is Not Starting the Oregon Wildfires
Police are urging people to stop spreading false rumors those linked to far-left movement are committing arson in the state.
Why California Wildfires Have Turned the Sky Orange
Orange skies over the Bay Area have lead to comparisons between the city of San Francisco and the dystopian world of "Blade Runner 2049."
Washington Fire Map, Update on Catastrophic Wildfires in Cold Springs
The Cold Springs and Pearl Hill fires have collectively burned more than 300,000 acres in Washington state.
Cameron Peak Fire Map, Update as Colorado Blaze Burns Nearly 100,000 Acres
The Cameron Peak Fire nearly doubled in size over the weekend and is currently only 4 percent contained.
Washington Fire Map, Update for State Route 167, Evans Canyon, Cold Springs
Evacuation orders are in place in multiple counties across Washington State as wildfires burn more than 100,000 acres.
Bill Nye Tweets 'Just a Little Climate Change' as California Heat Soars
Two areas of Los Angeles broke their all-time high temperature records in the past day, according to statistics from the National Weather Service (NWS).
California Wildfires Have Now Grown to about the Size of the Grand Canyon
Governor Gavin Newsom made the comparison on his Twitter account yesterday, trying to put the sheer scope of the damage into perspective while releasing fresh data about containment efforts.
Airbnb Runs Out of Emergency Housing as California Fires Rage
Airbnb was offering Northern Californians emergency housing as part of its Open Homes scheme but is now urging more hosts to sign up to help meet demand.
Vacaville Fire Evacuation Map, Update As Over 15,000 Forced to Flee Homes
Evacuation orders remain in place and Vacaville police say they cannot estimate when they will be lifted.
California Wildfires Update on LNU, SCU, CZU August Lightning Complex Fires
The LNU, SCU, CZU August Lightning Complexes are made up of several fires burning thousands of acres.
California Wildfires Map, Updates As Hennessey Fire Burns 100,000 Acres
Californians are encouraged to be prepared to leave their homes quickly, especially if there is a wildfire in their area.
The Amazon Rain Forest Is Once Again on Fire, and This Time It's Worse
Satellite data recorded 6,803 fires in the Amazon in July, a 28 percent increase from the number of fires this time last year.
Fire Forces Evacuations in Vacaville, California, As Over 32,000 Acres Burn
Evacuations are in place for swaths of Vacaville, California, as the LNU Lightning Complex wildfires continue to burn through more than 32,000 acres.
California Fire Map, Updates As Austin Creek Fire Ravages Sonoma County
Evacuation orders are in place in multiple Californian counties as wildfires continue to burn across the state.
California Wildfire Map, Updates on Hennessey Fire, Lake Fire
Several Californian counties have issued mandatory evacuation orders to residents threatened by the fires.
Apple Fire Map, Update as California Wildfire Forces Thousands to Evacuate
Thousands of residents of San Bernardino and Riverside counties have been threatened by the wildfire.
Siberia Wildfire Smoke Chokes Alaska as Heatwave Causes Irreversible Damage
Greenpeace estimates over 19 million hectares of land—an area bigger than Greece—has burned since the start of 2020.
As Siberia's Coldest Regions Burn, the 'Gateway to the Underworld' Grows
The Arctic has experienced unprecedented temperatures, which has been largely attributed to climate change.
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.