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May 9, 2023

Russia's wildfire death toll rises to 21 in Ural Mountains

The death toll from wildfires that raged in Russia's Ural mountains and Siberia has risen to 21. More than 5,000 buildings burned down prompting officials to declare a state of emergency.

May 8, 2023

Russian wildfires tear through Urals, Siberia

Large swaths of Russia's Siberia and Sverdlovsk regions were engulfed in flames this week, with winds and dry weather being blamed for the Eurasian nation's recent wildfire uptick.

May 8, 2023

Residents in Western Canada forced to evacuate as out-of-control wildfires threaten communities

Communities in Western Canada are under threat as areas near British Colombia recorded 108 active fires on Sunday. About 29,000 residents were forced to evacuate.

May 5, 2023

Nevada lawmakers signal approval to scale back prison firefighter camps

Nevada lawmakers signaled approval to scale back on a program allowing some inmates to work as wildland firefighters. The suggestion comes as the state's prisoner population declines.

May 2, 2023

Wildfires may threaten inpatient health care facilities in many California counties, study says

A new study published in American Journal of Public Health looks at the risk of wildfires in California and how that may impact on-site health care facilities; many are close to high fire zones.

May 2, 2023

Wildland firefighter trainees prepare for fast-approaching wildfire season: 'Opportunity to give back'

Wildland firefighters are preparing for the start of wildfire season. Trainees spend around 50 hours in the classroom and multiple days in the field to earn their certifications.

May 1, 2023

Recent series of wildfires near Anchorage prompt more preparation in urban areas

Wildfire risks have increased in Anchorage, Alaska, as the growing urban city intersect with wild areas. Firefighters adept at fighting urban blazes are training in wildland techniques.

April 28, 2023

US Forest Service urged to do more to confront wildfire crisis

Forest Service managers are being urged to do more to confront the wildfire crisis that has destroyed landscapes and communities.

April 26, 2023

$1.6B lawsuit trial begins for Oregon utility accused of inflaming several catastrophic 2020 wildfires

A trial has begun for utility PacifiCorp in a $1.6 billion class action lawsuit to determine whether the Portland-based company was responsible for Oregon’s multiple wildfires.

April 25, 2023

New Mexico residents affected by state’s record-breaking wildfire last year to get FEMA aid

Residents who were affected by New Mexico’s record-breaking wildfire in 2022 may receive emergency financial aid. Nearly $4 billion in aid will be distributed.