California crews battle wildfires in extreme heat
One woman reportedly suffered severe burns and was airlifted to hospital amid the brush fires.
2023-07-18 00:26
As wildfires gobble more Canadian acreage, crews struggle to even keep up
By the time the Silver State Hotshot crew arrived from Nevada a few weeks ago, Canada's wildfires had already scorched millions of acres and shattered all-time burning records.
2023-07-17 22:15
Canadian wildfires put nearly 60 million US residents under air quality alerts
Canadian wildfire smoke continues to plague the United States, triggering air quality alerts for 11 states across the northern Plains, Midwest, and Great Lakes region Sunday.
2023-07-17 13:48
Canada wildfires: Second firefighter dies amid record blazes
The unnamed firefighter died from injuries sustained working in the Northwest Territories on Saturday.
2023-07-17 06:27
California firefighters battle several wildfires in Riverside County amid extreme heat
Four wildfires broke out in southern California's Riverside County over the weekend amid sweltering temperatures, with much of the state under excessive heat warnings Sunday.
2023-07-17 04:25
La Palma: Thousands evacuated as Canary Island wildfire burns
The blaze on Spain's La Palma has destroyed some 4,500 hectares of land since Saturday.
2023-07-16 13:15
Young Canadian firefighter killed battling blaze in British Columbia
By Nia Williams and Rami Ayyub REVELSTOKE, British Columbia (Reuters) -Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday paid tribute to
2023-07-15 02:25
Canada's Northwest Territories smash previous temperature records
The hottest day in the Northwest Territories comes as the country battles its worst wildfire season.
2023-07-11 07:51
How warming oceans are driving the climate juggernaut
Experts are predicting that the developing El Niño is likely to make 2023 the world's hottest year.
2023-07-09 08:24
Canada Day fireworks cancelled over air quality fears
Concerns over air pollution and starting further fires mean some displays have been called off.
2023-07-01 07:51
How bad is repeat exposure to wildfire smoke?
Over time, exposure stresses the body, damaging the heart and lungs, and can impair cognitive function.
2023-07-01 06:54
Smoke and heat warnings affect more than 170m in US
Scorching temperatures are expected in the US west as the East Coast grapples with wildfire smoke.
2023-06-30 21:48