How this author joined the crews fighting California’s wildfires
This week, we are jumping into the fire with Kelly Ramsey. Her new book, “Wildfire Days: A Woman, A Hotshot Crew, and The Burning American…
State lawmakers considering policy changes after L.A. wildfires
SACRAMENTO — Nearly six months after a firestorm ravaged communities across Los Angeles, California lawmakers are crafting legislation to try to protect the state insurance program for…
Thousands evacuated as wildfires burn in northern Manitoba
May 29 (UPI) -- Thousands of First Nations people in northern Manitoba are being evacuated as the central Canadian province issued a state of emergency…
What’s the connection between Israeli wildfires and ‘green colonialism’?
Researchers say Israel’s worst wildfires were exacerbated by non-native trees that Israel has been planting for decades. Source link
What L.A. can learn about wildfires from Yosemite’s Rim fire recovery
Happy Thursday. I’m Corinne Purtill, a science and health reporter for The Times, filling in this week for the incomparable Sammy Roth.Last week my family…
South Korea says wildfires worst in its history, death toll rises to 26 | Wildlife News
Firefighters are struggling to contain the wildfires, which continue to grow rapidly in size, fuelled by strong winds and dry conditions.South Korean authorities have declared…
Wild horses help prevent wildfires in Spain | Wildlife News
The wildfires that once scorched the forests above the Spanish village of Barro each summer have all but disappeared since Lucia Perez began grazing wild…
Wildfires kill 19 and displace thousands in South Korea | In Pictures News
Wildfires driven by strong winds have devastated parts of South Korea’s southern regions, killing at least 19 people, destroying more than 200 structures, and forcing…
At least 18 dead as ‘unprecedented’ wildfires rage across South Korea | Environment News
South Korea’s forest service said thousands of fighters are tackling at least five active wildfires across the country.At least 18 people have been killed and…
Wildfires continue to burn across Japan
March 24 (UPI) -- Local governments in two Japanese prefectures ordered the evacuation of nearly 2,800 people Monday where wildfires continue to burn. The incidents…
Thousands of acres burned as wildfires tear through the Carolinas
The Black Cove Fire was the second largest of the three blazes burning in North Carolina on Sunday night and was zero percent contained. Photo…
Wildfires are driving up California electric bills. Lawmakers need to act
Uncomfortable truth time: The biggest reason California’s electric rates are rising so fast is that utility companies are spending billions of dollars each year to…
US tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms leave 40 dead and ‘staggering’ damage
US tornadoes: Extreme weather leaves trail of destructionAt least 40 people have died after tornadoes ripped through a swathe of the US Midwest and South.Missouri…
Long Island wildfires threaten the Hamptons
Bayport Fire Department shared an image on social media of smoke billowing into the air from a wildfire on Long Island near the Hamptons on…
Wildfires sweep through New York’s Long Island
A state of emergency has been declared in Long Island, New York after several wildfires broke out. Source link
Rogue North Carolina wildfires scorch thousand of acres, prompt evacuations
Authorities are evacuating people after a large wildfire spread through the Carolinas over the weekend. Photo courtesy of Horry County Fire Rescue March 2 (UPI)…
California Wildfires Fuel Parametric-Policy Adoption
California’s recent traumatic spate of wildfires has spotlighted the often clunky process of traditional commercial insurance. Typically, businesses are required to document their losses, file…
NHL players, celebrities take part in L.A. wildfires relief benefit
Justin Bieber and Steve Carell laced up their skates along with Hockey Hall of Famers Rob Blake, Mark Messier, Cammi Granato and Jeremy Roenick on…
Lawmakers try to tackle the mental and emotional effects of wildfires
Insurance providers in California would be required to reimburse patients who seek mental health care after a natural disaster under proposed legislation to address the…
How LA wildfires are making an already tough rental market even worse
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMNPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated PressJanie Har And Damian DovarganesPublished Feb 21, 2025 • 3 minute read You can save this article…