Wildfires
US immigration arrests firefighters battling wildfires in Washington State
Two firefighters who were part of a crew trying to help put out a wildfire in Washington state’s Olympic Peninsula were taken into custody by US Border Patrol agents. The arrests were made as part of an operation to verify the immigration status of contractor firefighters working on the Bear Gulch Fire. According to the […]
Wind escalates Spain and Portugal wildfires, death toll rises
Wildfires continue to rage across Spain and Portugal, fueled by strong winds that have hampered efforts to contain the blazes. Firefighters, backed by troops and water-dropping aircraft, are battling 21 fires in western Spain, classified as “operational level two,” posing a direct threat to nearby communities. According to Virginia Barcones, director general of emergency services […]
Spain battles devastating wildfire amidst scorching heatwave
Spain is grappling with an unprecedented wildfire crisis, with 20 major blazes raging across the country, fueled by a severe heatwave. The situation has prompted the deployment of 1,900 soldiers from the military emergency unit to support firefighting operations. According to Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, “there are still some challenging days ahead, and unfortunately, the […]
Deadly Wildfires Sweep Through Spain, Forcing Thousands to Flee
WildfiresA devastating wildfire in Spain has claimed one life and forced thousands of people to evacuate their homes, as strong winds and scorching heatwave conditions continue to fuel the flames. The victim suffered serious burns after winds of up to 70 kilometers per hour whipped the fire through Tres Cantos, a wealthy suburb north of […]
Europe Grapples with Wildfires Amidst Scorching Heatwave
A severe heatwave has engulfed parts of Europe, pushing temperatures to alarming highs of up to 43 degrees Celsius (109.4 degrees Fahrenheit). The extreme weather conditions have led to devastating wildfires, forcing evacuations and wreaking havoc across the continent. Firefighters in northwestern Spain are battling to contain a wildfire that has damaged an ancient Roman […]
Southern Europe Battles Worst Wildfires in Decades
A devastating wildfire has been raging across southern France, with firefighters warning that the blaze could reignite as the region faces a scorching heatwave. The fire, which has ravaged a vast area of France’s southern Aude region, larger than the size of the nation’s capital, has killed one person and injured several others. According to […]
Greece Battles Wildfires for Second Day, One Killed
A devastating wildfire has been raging across Greece, claiming at least one life and destroying homes and farmland. The worst blaze broke out in the small town of Keratea, southwest of Athens, where firefighters discovered the body of a man in a burned-out structure on Friday. The fire brigade spokesperson said early on Saturday that […]
Southern Europe Grapples with Deadly Wildfires, Sweltering Heat
Southern Europe is in the grip of a severe heatwave and devastating wildfires, with France, Spain, and Portugal being the hardest hit. The region has witnessed record-breaking temperatures, dry conditions, and strong winds, forcing mass evacuations and resulting in loss of life. In France, a massive wildfire in the Aude region has claimed one life, […]
Canadian Wildfires Trigger Air Quality Alerts in the US
Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada has triggered air quality alerts in several US states, including Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan, as well as eastern Nebraska and parts of Indiana and Illinois. The blazes, which continued to rage across Canada on Saturday, have sent smoke wafting over the Midwest, bringing warnings of unhealthy air for […]
Turkiye Wildfires Reach Key Northwest City as Hundreds Flee
Wildfires have engulfed Turkiye, threatening its fourth-largest city, Bursa, and forcing mass evacuations. Over 1,700 people have fled their homes, and one firefighter has died from a heart attack while battling the flames. The country’s northwest is under the greatest threat, with Karabuk province experiencing wildfires since Tuesday. The situation is dire, with Forestry Minister […]