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July 7, 2023

Western Arizona residents return home as wildfire is 45% contained

After several residents in western Arizona were forced to evacuate due to a wildfire, evacuation orders have now been lifted. Fire officials reported that the fire is 45% contained.

July 7, 2023

Canada wildfires break records for area burned, evacuations and cost

Canada is witnessing an unprecedented wildfire season, with ongoing blazes shattering previous records for total burned area, evacuations, and firefighting costs.

July 5, 2023

Brush fire in Washington state threatens hundreds of homes, prompts evacuations in Mason County

The McEwan fire ignited Tuesday just miles from Shelton, Washington, and has so far burned about 250 acres as firefighters work to contain the blaze.

July 3, 2023

Washington Post bemoans how July 4th 'most polluted day of the year' because of fireworks

A Washington Post article warned about the harmful effects fireworks have on air quality ahead of Fourth of July celebrations, comparing them to recent wildfires.

July 2, 2023

Utah city and others in fire-prone areas across the U.S. replace fireworks with drone shows for 4th of July

Salt Lake City, Utah and others in dry climates prone to fires are opting for drone shows over fireworks displays this Fourth of July, while others are moving back to pyrotechnics.

July 1, 2023

Fourth of July fire danger sees Forest Service suggest Silly String over fireworks; environmentalists disagree

Fire danger fears have led the U.S. Forest Service to urge revelers to trade fireworks for options like Silly String, but environmentalists say messy toy also a hazard

July 1, 2023

NYC invaded by winged aphids amid Canadian wildfire smoke, experts say

New York City has been inundated with smoke from Canadian wildfires and mysterious swarms of insects. Experts tell multiple outlets that the insects are winged aphids.

June 30, 2023

Arizona holds 10-year remembrance for 19 firefighters who died while combatting the Yarnell Hill Fire

Arizona city Prescott and neighboring town Yarnell will hold public events Friday to mark 10 years since 19 firefighters died while battling the Yarnell Hill Fire.

June 30, 2023

Summer camps bringing kids inside as Canadian wildfire smoke continues to pollute the United States

Kids at summer camps across the U.S. are having a hard time enjoying the fresh air due to the smoke from the Canadian wildfires. Many of the camps are bringing activities indoors.

June 30, 2023

Severe weather continues to pummel the Plains, Ohio Valley

As Canadian wildfire smoke impacts air quality in the Midwest, Great Lakes, Northeast and mid-Atlantic, the Plains and Ohio Valley will see more threats from severe weather.