Wildlife carers wait to be given all clear to enter fireground after 'enormous' WA blaze burns 79,000 hectares
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Wildlife carers wait to be given all clear to enter fireground after 'enormous' WA blaze burns 79,000 hectares

ABC  

WA authorities have warned there is "still a bit of work ahead" as a massive bushfire that ripped through almost 80,000 hectares of land continues to burn. "We've had amazing career and volunteer firefighters, DBCA staff out on the ground over the last few days working with the local government to help bring this fire under control." 'Fantastic team effort' Mr Dawson said there was "still a bit of work ahead over the next few days", and urged people to remain out of the area. DFES commissioner Darren Klemm hailed "a fantastic team performance" from all those fighting the fire, and predicted favourable conditions in coming days would help. "It won't happen for a little while yet as the fire is still active, we do not go into the fireground until we've been given the all clear from DFES," she said.

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Over 50,000 under evacuation orders, warnings as wildfire imperils homes north of Los Angeles
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Over 50,000 under evacuation orders, warnings as wildfire imperils homes north of Los Angeles

The Hindu  

More than 50,000 people were under evacuation orders or warnings Wednesday as a huge and fast-moving wildfire swept through rugged mountains north of Los Angeles, as parched Southern California endured another round of dangerous winds and two major previous blazes continued to smolder. “Certainly, we are not out of the woods yet.” More than 31,000 people have been ordered to …

Bushfire in Australia burns area the size of Singapore as firefighters struggle to control blaze
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bushfire in Australia burns area the size of Singapore as firefighters struggle to control blaze

Firstpost  

The eastern state of Victoria has faced extreme fire conditions in the past week, with numerous blazes forcing evacuations in dozens of rural communities In this photo released by the State Control Centre, Country Fire Authority personnel watch as smoke billows from an out-of-control bushfire in Grampians National Park, in Victoria state, Australia, Dec. 20, 2024. Australian firefighters said Friday …

East and West Coast wildfires: 18-year-old crew member killed as firefighters battle dangerous blazes burning on both coasts
4 months, 1 week ago

East and West Coast wildfires: 18-year-old crew member killed as firefighters battle dangerous blazes burning on both coasts

CNN  

CNN — Dangerous wildfires are burning Monday on the East and West coasts, with firefighters in New York and New Jersey working to contain a deadly blaze spurred by an ongoing, historic drought – while strong winds in Southern California could fan a destructive fire in Ventura County. The Jennings Creek Fire has scorched approximately 3,000 acres across parts of …

Evacuations ordered as wildfire burns in foothills of national forest east of LA
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Evacuations ordered as wildfire burns in foothills of national forest east of LA

Associated Press  

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — Evacuations were ordered Saturday as a wildfire scorched the foothills of a national forest east of Los Angeles, amid a days-long heat wave that pushed temperatures into the triple digits across the region. The so-called Line Fire was burning uncontrolled along the edge of the San Bernardino National Forest, about 65 miles east of LA. As …

Two fires, fueled by heat and dry winds, inch toward communities in Sierra and Fresno counties
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Two fires, fueled by heat and dry winds, inch toward communities in Sierra and Fresno counties

LA Times  

Fire crews work to contain the fast moving Bear fire that started near the town of Loyalton and Sierraville. In Sierra County, flames from the Bear fire were inching toward the Sierra Nevada communities of Sierra Brooks and Loyalton, the U.S. Forest Service at the Tahoe National Forest said Wednesday morning, with the fire fueled by strong winds and dry …

Firefighters gain 40% containment of California’s fourth-largest wildfire on record
7 months, 1 week ago

Firefighters gain 40% containment of California’s fourth-largest wildfire on record

Associated Press  

CHICO, Calif. — California’s largest wildfire so far this year was 40% contained Wednesday after scorching more than 670 square miles. The massive Park Fire was allegedly started by arson on July 24 in a wilderness park outside the Central Valley city of Chico and spread northward with astonishing speed in hot and dry conditions, becoming California’s fourth-largest wildfire on …

Firefighters make progress against massive blaze in California ahead of warming weather
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Firefighters make progress against massive blaze in California ahead of warming weather

Associated Press  

FOREST RANCH, Calif. — Fire crews worked Tuesday to hold on to the progress made against the largest blaze in California this year ahead of warming temperatures forecast for later this week. “That’s going to be a continued challenge for us moving forward over the next couple of days,” said Mark Brunton, an operations section chief with the California Department …

WATCH: Thousands Evacuated As California's Park Fire Expands To Over 370,000 Acres
7 months, 3 weeks ago

WATCH: Thousands Evacuated As California's Park Fire Expands To Over 370,000 Acres

News 18  

Dozens of firefighters were dispatched to the US state of California Monday to battle the state’s largest blaze of the year, which has prompted thousands of evacuations and already burned an area larger than the city of Los Angeles. For more information on active statewide incidents, visit https://t.co/CfcEwIPpfd pic.twitter.com/cbAc2Y8AX0— CAL FIRE July 29, 2024 CALIFORNIA WILDFIRESBREAKING – California Battles One …

California man defends his home as wildfires push devastation and spread smoke across US West
7 months, 3 weeks ago

California man defends his home as wildfires push devastation and spread smoke across US West

Associated Press  

COHASSET, Calif. — In the small forest community of Cohasset, Ron Ward watched as flames hundreds of feet high from California’s deadly Park Fire approached his family ranch. The Park Fire, the largest wildfire in California this year and the sixth largest in the state’s recorded history, was one of more than 100 large active wildfires burning in the U.S. …

Firefighters helped by cooler weather battle blaze that has scorched area larger than Los Angeles
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Firefighters helped by cooler weather battle blaze that has scorched area larger than Los Angeles

Associated Press  

FOREST RANCH, Calif. — Thousands of firefighters battling a wildfire in Northern California received some help from the weather hours after it exploded in size, scorching an area greater than the size of Los Angeles. Temperatures are expected to be cooler than average through the middle of next week, but “that doesn’t mean that fires that are existing will go …

Park Fire in California scorches through land the size of Los Angeles
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Park Fire in California scorches through land the size of Los Angeles

Associated Press  

FOREST RANCH, Calif. — Thousands of firefighters battling a wildfire in Northern California received some help from the weather Saturday hours after it exploded in size, scorching an area greater than the size of Los Angeles. The Park Fire has scorched 547 square miles as of Saturday and destroyed 134 structures since igniting Wednesday when authorities said a man pushed …

The ‘extraordinary’ growth of California’s largest fire raises alarms. It could burn for months
7 months, 3 weeks ago

The ‘extraordinary’ growth of California’s largest fire raises alarms. It could burn for months

LA Times  

A hillside burns as the Park fire tears though the community of Cohasset in Butte County, Calif., on Thursday, July 25, 2024. For more information on the Park Fire visit: https://t.co/f2Jx3YA3kh pic.twitter.com/RiWlxhTLan — CAL FIRE Chief July 26, 2024 The Park fire’s thunderstorm characteristics haven’t yet sparked lightning — though Carpenter said that’s still possible given its “explosive fire growth” …

California’s wildfires trigger evacuations, threaten homes amid heat wave
8 months, 2 weeks ago

California’s wildfires trigger evacuations, threaten homes amid heat wave

LA Times  

Firefighters in California continued to battle several wildfires across the state on Monday, including one that threatened Neverland Ranch, the onetime home of pop star Michael Jackson, in the Santa Barbara County mountains. The Lake fire started Friday afternoon and by late Monday had grown to 21,763 acres in the western Los Padres National Forest, where it fed on grass, …

Wildfire near San Francisco 50% contained after it burns 14,000 acres and forces evacuations
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Wildfire near San Francisco 50% contained after it burns 14,000 acres and forces evacuations

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery A home burns during …

Rain helps contain still-burning wildfires in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley; state sending more aid
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Rain helps contain still-burning wildfires in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley; state sending more aid

Associated Press  

RICHMOND, Va. — Crews who have been battling still-burning wildfires in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley this week have gotten an assist from rain and from the state government, which has deployed new resources to the area, officials said Saturday. The three larger fires that make up that complex range from 50 to 70% contained and are being managed by a joint …

Severe bushfire risk increased by hazard reduction burns, report finds
1 year, 1 month ago

Severe bushfire risk increased by hazard reduction burns, report finds

ABC  

Traditional fire management strategies such as hazard reduction burns, logging, and the thinning of undergrowth have increased the flammability of forests, new research has found. Key points: The lead author of the report says fire management techniques need to be reconsidered The researchers say interfering with nature is increasing the risk of severe fires The RFS says the report does …

A wildfire raging for a week in eastern Australia claims a life and razes more than 50 homes
1 year, 4 months ago

A wildfire raging for a week in eastern Australia claims a life and razes more than 50 homes

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A wildfire is suspected to …

Another Black Summer for Australia? Residents told to Flee Victoria Bushfires
1 year, 5 months ago

Another Black Summer for Australia? Residents told to Flee Victoria Bushfires

News 18  

Firefighters warned people on Tuesday to flee or take shelter if it is too late to leave as warm, gusty winds fanned “very challenging” bushfires in Victoria, eastern Australia. People who had not yet left from another seven neighbourhoods were told to take shelter immediately because “it is too late to leave the area safely”. “We are experiencing spot fires …

Crews balance firefighting and protecting a fragile ecosystem in containing California-Nevada blaze
1 year, 7 months ago

Crews balance firefighting and protecting a fragile ecosystem in containing California-Nevada blaze

Associated Press  

MOJAVE NATIONAL PRESERVE, Calif. — Firefighters battling a massive blaze in California’s Mojave National Preserve on Tuesday faced the difficult task of stopping the fire without bulldozers and other heavy equipment that could damage the region’s famous Joshua trees and other sensitive plants. While it’s one of the largest national park units outside of Alaska and Hawaii, the vast majority …

AP PHOTOS: Canada's wildfires blacken thousands of square miles, upend lives
1 year, 8 months ago

AP PHOTOS: Canada's wildfires blacken thousands of square miles, upend lives

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Canada's worst-ever wildfire season has …

New Mexico lawmakers seek assurances amid prescribed burns
2 years ago

New Mexico lawmakers seek assurances amid prescribed burns

Associated Press  

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation are looking for assurances from the U.S. Forest Service that the agency is taking preventative measures to ensure that future prescribed fires don’t turn into disasters. The New Mexico lawmakers said they understand the role that prescribed fires will play as land managers look to restore overgrown and unhealthy forests amid …

Feds send $930 million to curb 'crisis' of US West wildfires
2 years, 2 months ago

Feds send $930 million to curb 'crisis' of US West wildfires

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “We need to have a …

Feltham fire: Firefighters ‘save 30 homes’ from woodland blaze in west London
2 years, 7 months ago

Feltham fire: Firefighters ‘save 30 homes’ from woodland blaze in west London

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy About 70 firefighters have saved about 30 homes from being …

Firefighters slow growth of California blaze near Yosemite
2 years, 7 months ago

Firefighters slow growth of California blaze near Yosemite

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Firefighters significantly slowed the spread …

New Mexico wildfire scar burn has forest officials worried
2 years, 9 months ago

New Mexico wildfire scar burn has forest officials worried

Associated Press  

SANTA FE, N.M. — As more than 3,000 firefighters in northern New Mexico continued to battle the nation’s largest active wildfire Sunday, federal forest officials worried about future flash floods, landslides and destructive ash from the burn scar. A hazard assessment from the Forest Service and U.S. Geological Survey shows that some burned areas on the New Mexico fire could …

US forest service admits to starting New Mexico fire nearly the size of greater London
2 years, 9 months ago

US forest service admits to starting New Mexico fire nearly the size of greater London

The Independent  

One of the two blazes in New Mexico that combined to become the largest wildfire in the state was started by the US Forest Service, the agency has admitted. USFS said on Friday that the Calf Canyon fire started from a planned burn it set over the winter, but turned into a “sleeper fire,” that continued to smolder unnoticed. Then …

Wildfires Tear Across Several States, Driven By High Winds
2 years, 10 months ago

Wildfires Tear Across Several States, Driven By High Winds

Huff Post  

— Firefighters across the country are battling multiple wildfires as tinder-dry conditions and high winds whip up flames from Arizona to Florida — including a prairie fire in rural southwestern Nebraska that has killed one person, injured at least 15 firefighters and destroyed at least six homes. A break in the weather in parts of the Midwest and West allowed …

Wildfires tear across several states, driven by high winds
2 years, 10 months ago

Wildfires tear across several states, driven by high winds

Associated Press  

— Firefighters across the country are battling multiple wildfires as tinder-dry conditions and high winds whip up flames from Arizona to Florida — including a prairie fire in rural southwestern Nebraska that has killed one person, injured at least 15 firefighters and destroyed at least six homes. A break in the weather in parts of the Midwest and West allowed …

Crews tackle growing wildfires; 'A very chaotic situation'
2 years, 10 months ago

Crews tackle growing wildfires; 'A very chaotic situation'

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Maggie Mulligan said her …

Nearly 900 buildings destroyed by massive California fire
3 years, 7 months ago

Nearly 900 buildings destroyed by massive California fire

Associated Press  

GREENVILLE, Calif. — California’s largest single wildfire in recorded history kept pushing through forestlands on Tuesday as fire crews tried to protect rural communities from flames that have destroyed hundreds of homes. Heavy smoke reduced visibility on the fire’s west end while the east end saw renewed action as afternoon winds took hold, fire officials said. The Dixie Fire is …

Record wildfire burns amid drought on Hawaii’s Big Island
3 years, 7 months ago

Record wildfire burns amid drought on Hawaii’s Big Island

Associated Press  

HONOLULU — Firefighters gained more control over a wildfire in Hawaii that forced thousands of people to evacuate over the weekend and destroyed at least two homes on the Big Island, but officials warned that strong winds will return on Tuesday, raising the danger again. “It’s the biggest we’ve ever had on this island,” Big Island Mayor Mitch Roth said …

California wildfire flares but within line crews have built
3 years, 7 months ago

California wildfire flares but within line crews have built

Associated Press  

PARADISE, Calif. — California’s largest wildfire so far this year was flaring up Friday but it was because the flames were chewing through unburned islands of vegetation within a perimeter that firefighters have built, authorities said. The Dixie Fire covered 376 square miles in the mountains of Northern California where 42 homes and other buildings have been destroyed and more …

Residents warned to get ready to go as California fire grows
3 years, 8 months ago

Residents warned to get ready to go as California fire grows

Associated Press  

PULGA, Calif. — Residents were warned Wednesday to be ready to evacuate as a growing wildfire bears down on two remote Northern California communities near a town largely destroyed by a deadly blaze three years ago. The fire that broke out Tuesday afternoon has chewed through more than 1.8 square miles of brush and timber near the Feather River Canyon …

Fire officials aim to douse blazes fast, avoid megafires
3 years, 10 months ago

Fire officials aim to douse blazes fast, avoid megafires

Associated Press  

— U.S. officials said Thursday they will try to stamp out wildfires as quickly as possible this year as severe drought tightens its grip across the West and sets the stage for another destructive summer of blazes. Officials also offered details on the Biden administration’s plan to “change the trajectory” of increasingly dangerous wildfires in the West, by vastly expanding …

Wildfire in west Australia burns more homes in dry wind
4 years, 1 month ago

Wildfire in west Australia burns more homes in dry wind

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Western Australia state’s Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Darren …

August Complex fire burns record-breaking 1 million acres
4 years, 5 months ago

August Complex fire burns record-breaking 1 million acres

LA Times  

An air tanker prepares to drop retardant while battling the August Complex Fire in the Mendocino National Forest last month. In an already unprecedented fire year, another record has been shattered: The August Complex fire has burned 1 million acres, the first wildfire in California history to have destroyed such a vast swath of land. “I think everybody across the …

California Wildfires Near Tragic Milestone: 4 Million Acres Burned
4 years, 5 months ago

California Wildfires Near Tragic Milestone: 4 Million Acres Burned

NPR  

California Wildfires Near Tragic Milestone: 4 Million Acres Burned Enlarge this image toggle caption Noah Berger/AP Noah Berger/AP Wildfires in California continue to burn, ravaging entire communities and the blazes will soon hit a tragic milestone: 4 million acres burned. The Zogg Fire burning in Shasta County, close to the border with Oregon, also started on Sunday and is also …

Crews ‘turn a corner’ in Bobcat fire as containment doubles
4 years, 5 months ago

Crews ‘turn a corner’ in Bobcat fire as containment doubles

LA Times  

Beleaguered fire crews made significant progress overnight on the Bobcat fire burning in northeastern Los Angeles County. “Today we had a pretty successful day,” said Kerri Gilliland, of the California Interagency Incident Management Team organizing the battle against the Bobcat fire, in a Tuesday evening update. “We finally got the resources, we got favorable weather, and the fuel transition was …

Enormous California wildfire threatens desert homes near LA
4 years, 6 months ago

Enormous California wildfire threatens desert homes near LA

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — An enormous wildfire that churned through mountains northeast of Los Angeles and into the Mojave Desert was still threatening homes on Monday and was one of more than two dozen major fires burning across California. Erratic winds that drove flames into the community of Juniper Hills over the weekend had died down, said U.S. Forest Service spokesman …

Wildfires have burned over 5 million acres in the West. Are they too big for Washington to ignore?
4 years, 6 months ago

Wildfires have burned over 5 million acres in the West. Are they too big for Washington to ignore?

LA Times  

With massive wildfires across the West burning more than 5 million acres and displacing tens of thousands of people, Sen. Ron Wyden of Oregon says this is the moment for Congress to reform the nation’s fire management policies, or brace for more Septembers like this one. 24 / 42 A vehicle streaks by as Fresno County Sheriff’s Deputy Jeffery Shipman …

Wildfire Photographs Are Constant Reminders of Chaos
5 years, 1 month ago

Wildfire Photographs Are Constant Reminders of Chaos

Wired  

Douglas McCulloh was in San Diego for an art exhibit earlier this month when his phone erupted with texts about a wildfire back home in Los Angeles. It was a surreal turn of events—not just because it’s February, months before wildfire season typically begins, but also because McCulloh is the curator of Facing Fire: Art, Wildfire, and the End of …

Queensland fire chief rejects criticism on shortfall in hazard reduction burns
5 years, 2 months ago

Queensland fire chief rejects criticism on shortfall in hazard reduction burns

ABC  

Claims Queensland authorities have not done enough to reduce the bushfire fuel load have been categorically rejected by the state's fire chief. Key points: QFES Commissioner rejects claims hazard reduction shortfall exacerbated fire risk Figures released this week reveal annual shortfalls in planned burns since 2016 Farmers say more burns needed in national parks and protected bushland Queensland Fire and …

In the fire-ravaged East Gippsland bush, a wildlife carer faces a nightmare
5 years, 2 months ago

In the fire-ravaged East Gippsland bush, a wildlife carer faces a nightmare

ABC  

In a forest of blackened trees, wildlife carer Lorna King has begun the grim task of looking for native animals that can be saved before the East Gippsland bushfires rage again. Key points: Some key species of concern include the brushtail rock wallaby, the diamond python and the spot-tailed quoll A wildlife triage centre will be set up at Bairnsdale …

Perth bushfire emergency continues as firefighters spend a fourth day trying to protect lives, homes
5 years, 3 months ago

Perth bushfire emergency continues as firefighters spend a fourth day trying to protect lives, homes

ABC  

A bushfire threatening lives and homes in Perth's north has remained at emergency level for a fourth consecutive day — and it may stay there for several more, with flames being fanned further up the coast. Key points: The fire has burnt through 12,000 hectares, destroying several structures DFES' commissioner says difficult times are ahead and warns of further damage …

NSW bushfires: Terrifying moment wall of flames engulfs trees caught on camera
5 years, 3 months ago

NSW bushfires: Terrifying moment wall of flames engulfs trees caught on camera

ABC  

The terrifying moment firefighters sprinted away from a wall of flames has been captured on camera, as NSW continues to be ravaged by several out-of-control blazes. The NSW Rural Fire Service issued an emergency warning for the blaze, which was threatening properties on the doorstep of Australia's biggest city. Key points: NSW's bushfire crisis intensified on Thursday, with several emergency …

Queensland bushfires prompt large-scale animal rescues from fire zone
5 years, 6 months ago

Queensland bushfires prompt large-scale animal rescues from fire zone

ABC  

An incredible show of community spirit has brought locals together in the Gold Coast Hinterland as dozens of Canungra residents rescued animals from the fire front at nearby Binna Burra. Key points: Canungra residents have taken in animals from fire threatened properties at Binna Burra, about 30 minutes away Horses, goats, alpacas, dogs and chickens have been moved to safety …

Ashdown Forest fire: Second large blaze in two months tears through woodland that inspired Winnie the Pooh
5 years, 10 months ago

Ashdown Forest fire: Second large blaze in two months tears through woodland that inspired Winnie the Pooh

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A large fire has torn through woodland that inspired AA …

As California’s deadliest wildfire closed in, evacuation orders were slow to arrive
6 years, 4 months ago

As California’s deadliest wildfire closed in, evacuation orders were slow to arrive

LA Times  

Aerial view of destruction from the Camp fire in Paradise off of Clark Road. 6 / 37 A crew recovers the remains of a dog on Lawndale Lane in Paradise, Calif. 7 / 37 A horse at the Butte County Fairgrounds has its owner’s phone number on its neck 8 / 37 Outside of Pulga, Calif., on the North Fork …

Tens of thousands flee fast-moving wildfire in Northern California; hundreds of structures destroyed, emergency declared in area
6 years, 4 months ago

Tens of thousands flee fast-moving wildfire in Northern California; hundreds of structures destroyed, emergency declared in area

Firstpost  

Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets as they abandoned vehicles and struck out on foot ahead of the flames that forced the evacuation of an entire town and destroyed hundreds of structures. Oroville: Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching …

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