Wildfires
England and Wales wildfires reach record level as heatwave fuels new blazes
Phil Garrigan, chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council, told Reuters the number of wildfires had now exceeded last year's total of 1,017.
Over 2,000 evacuated in western Germany due to raging wildfire near Belgian border
Croatia wildfire forces hundreds to evacuate, 36 confirmed injured, seven critically
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British Columbia declares state of emergency as fast-growing wildfire forces evacuations
Several Canadian provinces, including Ontario and Quebec, have battled blazes this year as hot, dry weather fueled wildfires in dense forest areas.
Ancient olive trees damaged in wildfires given new life, rehabilitated into bonsai trees
The rehabilitated trees will eventually be displayed to the public at the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens in Givat Ram and at KKL-JNF's Eshtaol Nursery.
Several fires reported throughout West Bank settlements, highways
A fire that started in an open area near Beit Dror is spreading toward the settlement, as firefighters work to contain the blaze.
Arson suspect in court as wildfires rage around Spokane, Washington
The suspect is accused of starting one of the three fires in Washington state that have blackened more than 10,000 acres, destroyed over 700 hours, and forced 64,000 residents to evacuate.
Ben Shemen Forest fire under control, no injuries reported, Highways 6, 1 reopen to traffic
Traffic in the area remains congested, with drivers asked to find alternative routes where possible.
Israeli technology works to prevent aircraft collisions after deadly firefighting crash in Athens
The technology shares flight paths among helicopters, planes, and drones, providing real-time warnings and instructions without relying on centralized air traffic control.
Spokane wildfires destroy over 700 structures as 64,000 flee fast-moving Washington blazes
The Spokane-area fires have scorched more than 8,000 acres since erupting on Saturday in and around suburbs on the northern fringe of the city, home to about 230,000 residents.
Two dead after helicopters collide mid-air in Greece while fighting wildfires near Athens
The crewmembers of one of the helicopters lost their lives after the crash, while the crew of the second one left the scene with minor injuries, authorities said.
Washington fires burn 250,000 acres, triggering evacuations and power outages in region
"When the sun sets, and the sun rises in the morning, I think we're going to be in shock to see some of the scenes that emerge out there," said Major General Gent Welsh of the National Guard.
Autonomous AI-powered drone tech detects and reports fires, test launched by five-way partnership
As global warming and wildfires intensify, governmental and tech partners race to develop an AI-powered drone system that detects and reports fires within minutes.
