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August 22, 2023

Washington wildfires kill 2, destroy hundreds of buildings

Fire officials in the state of Washington reported at least two people have died in the Gray and Oregon wildfires burning around Spokane.

August 21, 2023

Canadian firefighters making progress in battle against wildfires, thousands still evacuated from their homes

Hundred of fires are still burning in the Canadian wilderness, but firefighters are making progress. Canada has seen a record number of wildfires this year.

August 21, 2023

Spanish police confirm Tenerife wildfire was started deliberately

The Tenerife wildfire that has burned for five days was started intentionally, according to police. An investigation into who started the fire is ongoing.

August 20, 2023

Biden FEMA chief warns of disaster relief funding shortage after Maui fires, as California braces for storm

FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell said disaster relief funding could have a shortage by mid-September after Hawaii's wildfires and California's storm.

August 20, 2023

Catholic church miraculously standing after fires reduce Lahaina to ashes: ‘God doesn’t abandon his people'

Maria Lanakila Catholic Church in Lahaina, Maui, which means “Our Lady of Victory," remains miraculously standing after vicious wildfires tore apart the town.

August 19, 2023

Gray Fire: Washington state cities Four Lakes, Medical Lake urged to evacuate amid wildfire

Spokane County officials declared a state of emergency for the Gray Fire with evacuations in Four Lakes and Medical Lake. The fire is 0% contained.

August 19, 2023

Hawaii wildfire 'added' to family's tragedy and turmoil: Samaritan's Purse reveals devastation in Maui

As wildfires on the island of Maui in Hawaii have left at least 110 people dead with many more still missing, Samaritan's Purse, the Christian relief group, is on the ground helping victims.

August 19, 2023

US battles rising wildfire risk as devastating heat and drought spread across the country

Drought and extreme heat have increased the risk of wildfires across the country and the U.S. Forestry Service is ramping up to educate those who may be at risk for the first time.

August 18, 2023

Maui company says request for water to fight wildfire delayed several hours while state consulted with farmers

A Maui company says that efforts to divert water to fight the recent devastating wildfire were delayed because a government official said he had to check with local farmers.

August 18, 2023

Opportunity for compensation arises for 2016 Tennessee wildfire victims as appeals court revives lawsuits

A glimmer of hope has emerged for the victims of a devastating 2016 wildfire that originated in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and ravaged a picturesque Tennessee tourist enclave.