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August 9, 2023

Hawaii officials issue emergency proclamation as wildfires propelled by Hurricane Dora rage, force evacuations

Wildfires in Hawaii fanned by strong winds of Hurricane Dora continue to burn overnight Tuesday, prompting Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, to issue an emergency proclamation.

August 7, 2023

Multiple countries send forces to Cyprus to combat country’s stubborn wildfire

Greece and Jordan have dispatched several aircraft to douse Cyprus’ stubborn wildfire. Neighboring Lebanon is also expected to send forces to help combat the Middle Eastern blaze.

August 1, 2023

California, Nevada firefighters contain nearly 25% of York Fire that has scorched thousands of acres of desert

The York Fire that has scorched thousands of acres of desert in California has been 23% contained. The fire is the largest of California's wildfire season.

August 1, 2023

Greek authorities plan tougher penalties for arson as wildfires continue to ravage the country

Authorities in Greece are planning to increase the fines for arson-related crimes by 10 times as wildfires continue to burn across the country.

August 1, 2023

Fast-moving wildfire prompts mandatory evacuations near Spokane, Washington

A wildfire near Spokane, Washington, has prompted mandatory evacuations in the area. At least 20 homes are threatened by the fire, which has burned over 200 acres.

July 31, 2023

Dangerous 'fire whirls' add fury to vast wildfire spreading into Nevada from Mojave National Preserve

The devastating York Fire, now covering approximately 120 square miles with zero containment, raged through California's Mojave National Preserve over the weekend.

July 31, 2023

Massive California wildfires continue to spread due to erratic winds

Erratic winds are causing a problem for firefighters looking to put out the massive wildfires in California. One firefighter has been injured fighting the York Fire.

July 30, 2023

Disturbing footage shows plane nosedive, burst into fireball during wildfire tragedy

A firefighting air force plane attempting to douse raging wildfires in southern Greece crashed Tuesday, killing two pilots aboard, according to reports.

July 27, 2023

Strong gusts of wind cause Greek wildfires to flare up, EU detects steep increase in carbon emissions

The European Union has detected a steep increase in carbon emissions in Greece due to wildfires. The fires have been continuing to flare up due to strong gusts of wind.

July 26, 2023

Uncontrolled Arizona wildfire prompts hundreds of evacuations as volunteers go door to door getting people out

Volunteers in central Arizona were going door to door evacuating hundreds of people as a wildfire raged through the state. The fire has burned 500 acres so far.