August 14, 2021 Some COVID deaths are linked to Western wildfires, study shows As wildfires continue to tear through the western U.S., scientists reported that particulate matter from the blazes has been linked to an excess of COVID-19 cases and deaths.
August 13, 2021 Wildfires take toll on tropical Pacific islands A metal roof sits atop the burned remains of a homestead on the once-lush slopes of Hawaii’s Mauna Kea — a dormant volcano and the state’s tallest peak — charred cars and motorcycles strewn about as wind-whipped sand and ash blast the scorched landscape.
August 12, 2021 Wildfire threatens Montana communities as West continues to burn A wildfire bore down on rural southeastern Montana towns Thursday as continuing hot, dry weather throughout the West drove flames through more than a dozen states.
August 10, 2021 California college professor set arson fire near Dixie Fire, authorities say A California college professor has been arrested, charged with arson in connection with one of a series of suspected arson fires set near the state’s massive Dixie Fire, authorities said, according to reports.
August 10, 2021 Dixie Fire becomes largest single wildfire in California history California's Dixie Fire has become the largest single wildfire in state history.
August 10, 2021 Heat warnings and advisories in effect across the US Hot temperatures will build over much of the country this week.
August 9, 2021 US swelters as heat wave settles in The dog days of summer have arrived as it is going to be a hot week with dangerously high temperatures spread across large portions of the country.
August 9, 2021 Fire-friendly weather to return to Northern California Thick smoke that held down winds and temperatures began to clear Sunday from the scenic forestlands of Northern California as firefighters battling the largest single wildfire in state history braced for a return of fire-friendly weather.
August 8, 2021 Gavin Newsom tours California area devastated by wildfire damage California Gov. Gavin Newsom toured the devastation caused by the Dixie Fire in the northern part of the state on Saturday.
August 7, 2021 Last month was worst July for global wildfires since 2003: report Researchers report that last month was the worst July for wildfires around the world since at least the year 2003.
