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Wildfire losses have lasting economic consequences for homeowners

A new National Bureau of Economic Research working paper from the University of California San Diego shows that wildfire damage can have long-term economic consequences for households, resulting in income losses, resident relocation and slow rebuilding for several years after a f

PG&E, other utility stocks sink as California leaves investors exposed to wildfire liability

A California bill is “more focused on victim protections without any new investor protections,” according to analysts.

Closing the gap between wildfire modeling and real-world response

Canada's 2023 wildfire season burned more than 18.5 million hectares (45.7 million acres), an area larger than Greece. As fires like these grow more frequent and unpredictable, a team of UBC Okanagan researchers has taken stock of two decades of work applying operations research

Could we protect all western US communities from wildfires and facilitate restoring fire to wildlands within a decade?

In a new study in Environmental Research: Ecology, I analyzed how fires were able to burn into communities and how fire-resistant land uses could be combined with fuel treatments to reduce fires burning into communities. If government support could be quickly redirected to commun

Nevada wildfire forces tens of thousands to evacuate as blaze threatens city of Reno

Tens of thousands of people faced another night away from home on Monday as a wind-driven wildfire threatened Reno, Nevada, blanketing the city in smoke and closing schools. About 24,000 people remained under evacuation orders, down from more than 40,000 at the peak, while tens o

Nevada wildfire expected to burn for 48 hours and may spread further, officials say - BBC

Nevada wildfire expected to burn for 48 hours and may spread further, officials say BBC US395 reopens in both directions as evacuations continue to be lifted KOLO | 8 News Now Hawk Fire now 15,000+ acres near Peavine Mountain, 27% contained KRXI2 Firefighters make progress holdin

Fast-moving wildfire in Reno, Nevada, forces tens of thousands to evacuate homes - The Guardian

Fast-moving wildfire in Reno, Nevada, forces tens of thousands to evacuate homes The Guardian Nevada’s Hawk Fire blamed on human activity, official says, as 90,000 urged to flee CNN 13,700 residences are inside Hawk Fire evacuation area KOLO | 8 News Now Human-caused wildfire app

Japan to send SDF helicopters to wildfire-hit Indonesia

The helicopters will be used for firefighting activities — the first time the SDF will conduct such operations overseas.

Algeria wildfire death toll expected to rise as survivors say nothing left

Algeria says at least 12 people have been killed in wildfires sweeping the northeast, with the toll expected to rise.

Sudan’s date palm trees under threat from drought and wildfires

In Sudan, date palm trees are an economic lifeline for residents of Northern State.

Indonesia sets up shelters for babies, children affected by wildfire smoke

Indonesia sets up shelters for babies, children affected by wildfire smoke

How to prepare for wildfires — now and for the future

Wildfires demand action on radically different timelines: during the crisis, before the next fire season and over the coming decades.

At least 12 dead as wildfires sweep through northern Algeria

Northern Africa has experienced severe heatwaves this summer, leading to hundreds of fires across the region.

Algeria residents mourn neighbours lost in wildfire aftermath

Residents of Algeria’s northeastern Jijel province are inspecting the aftermath of wildfires.

The real cause of most wildfires? People

More than three quarters of all wildfires in the U.S. are caused by human behavior including accidents, negligence and arson.

Al Jazeera reporter witnesses wildfire smoke toll on kids inside Indonesia

Al Jazeera’s Jessica Washington reports from an Indonesian clinic treating children struggling to breathe amid wildfires

‘Everything is covered in ash’: Indonesia wildfires leave people in crisis

Fires severely impacting people's health in West Kalimantan, with pregnant women and children particularly vulnerable.

Maui residents face health struggles 3 years after wildfires

Just over three years ago, the deadliest U.S.

Extreme heat is taking a toll on firefighters as wildfires stretch crews to the limit

Wildland firefighters face heat from the environment, the fire and their own bodies as they work long, exhausting hours. The head of Purdue’s fire lab explains the health risks and what can help.

Wildfires kill 12 in Algeria as severe heatwave sweeps North Africa

Twelve people died and dozens were injured as wildfires tore through northern Algeria on Wednesday, with authorities battling more than 150 blazes amid a scorching heatwave sweeping across North Africa.

At least 12 dead, 54 injured as wildfires ravage northeastern Algeria

Six people in critical condition as a severe heatwave fuels 154 wildfires across Algeria in a single day.

Twelve dead as over 150 wildfires rage across northeastern Algeria

More than 150 fires spread in a single day across several of Algeria’s provinces, killing at least 12 people.

Wildfires on Indonesia’s Borneo island turn the air toxic

Locals on Indonesia’s Borneo Island are struggling to breathe as the smoke from wildfires is turning the air toxic.

Evacuations ordered in rural Texas as wildfire mushrooms within hours

Evacuations were being ordered Tuesday in rural Texas where a wildfire has ballooned in size, burning through ranchland and forcing schools to delay or cancel classes.

Vulnerability to wildfire smoke is in our genes, thanks to an evolutionary quirk

Mutations that occurred tens of thousands of years ago made humans uniquely sensitive to particulate air pollution.

US: Wildfire forces mass evacuations near Reno, Nevada

A wind-driven wildfire has forced roughly 42,000 people to evacuate and destroyed homes as fire crews continue to battle extreme conditions.

3 ways to improve Canada’s wildfire advisory capacity

Producers often turn to online peer networks and experts when something goes wrong. However, online misinformation is drowning out the legitimate advice.

Firefighters make progress against a Nevada wildfire that’s destroyed more than 30 homes - AP News

Firefighters make progress against a Nevada wildfire that’s destroyed more than 30 homes AP News US395 reopens in both directions as evacuations continue to be lifted KOLO | 8 News Now Hawk Fire now 15,000+ acres near Peavine Mountain, 27% contained KRXI2 Firefighters make progre

Newsom returns to a defining California fight: Who pays for wildfire damage?

California Gov. Gavin Newsom is asking state lawmakers to shield utilities from financial trouble if their equipment sparks a wildfire by limiting the amount they have to pay victims and attorneys.

News Wrap: Wildfire forces evacuations near Reno

In our news wrap Monday, tens of thousands have been urged to evacuate amid a wildfire near Reno, Nevada, the Supreme Court cleared the way for President Trump to move ahead with his executive order restricting mail-in voting and the Pentagon says it struck a boat in the eastern

Hawk Fire: Sierra County evacuation warnings for destructive wildfire burning in Nevada - KCRA

Hawk Fire: Sierra County evacuation warnings for destructive wildfire burning in Nevada KCRA Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada BBC HAWK FIRE: Homes lost near the base of Peavine Peak KRXI2 Washoe County school closures slated for Monday due to Haw

Human-caused wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands of evacuations

The Hawk Fire began Saturday and quickly grew to 20 square miles as it spread across the Peavine Peak area of the Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest, where rugged foothills are ringed by homes and businesses near the California state line.

Authorities urge thousands to evacuate as fast-moving wildfire threatens Reno, Nevada

Authorities urged people to be prepared to stay away for several days, because shifting and strengthening winds were expected to make the fire even more unpredictable.

Thousands forced to evacuate parts of Reno, Nevada, as new wildfire rages

Officials say the fire, which has now burned more than 15,000 acres and is zero percent contained, was human caused. Nearly 90,000 people have been told to evacuate or prepare to leave.

Wildfire burning near Nevada city forces evacuation of 90,000 residents

Fast-moving wildfire amid shifting winds threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate - NBC News

Fast-moving wildfire amid shifting winds threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate NBC News More than 40,000 evacuate as wildfire nears Reno in US RTE.ie Reno wildfire: Tens of thousands told to evacuate as Hawk wildfire approaches Nevada - live updates BBC 'Human-cau

The essential air quality apps to help you navigate wildfire season

’Tis the season for breathing—and, in many parts of the world, wondering if the air you’re inhaling is going to cause problems. With my family approaching our one-year anniversary of living in California, wildfires and air quality are all-too-real elements of our day-to-day life.

Citing Wildfire Risk, Trump Administration Proposes to Scrap Entire Roadless Rule. Critics Argue That More Roads Will Lead to More Fires

The public comment period is expected to open for 30 days on the final decision The post Citing Wildfire Risk, Trump Administration Proposes to Scrap Entire Roadless Rule. Critics Argue That More Roads Will Lead to More Fires appeared first on Outdoor Life .

Emergency declared in Nevada as wildfire forces evacuation of 14,000 people

Firefighters in Nevada are struggling to contain a fast-growing wildfire which has already forced the evacuation of nearly 14,000 people. A state of emergency has been called, meaning federal responders are working alongside local firefighters to try and keep it from residential

EU, Russian aircraft help Serbia battle wildfires

EU crews and a Russian aircraft help Serbia fight major wildfires as extreme heat fuels fires across the Balkans.

Fast-moving wildfire amid shifting winds threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate - AP News

Fast-moving wildfire amid shifting winds threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate AP News See more headlines & perspectives on Google News

Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada

The fire has burned around 10,500 acres and is completely uncontained, officials say.

Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada - BBC

Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada BBC Fast-moving wildfire threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate WANE 15 Grand Sierra Resort, Nugget Casino Resort, J Resort, Silver Legacy, Eldorado, Circus Circus Reno are offering fire evacuees di

The week in pictures: a French woman in space, wildfires in Europe and the war in Ukraine

Russian drones carry out deadly strikes in Ukraine, astronaut Sophie Adenot becomes the first French woman to spacewalk, fires rage in Belgium and across Europe, and torrential rain hits the Philippines: FRANCE 24 takes a look at the week's most striking images.

Human-caused Nevada wildfire forces 42,000 people to evacuate

A fast-moving wildfire near Reno, Nevada, has forced 42,000 people to evacuate and put another 45,000 on alert.

Serbia requests international assistance to battle wildfires

Serbia requested assistance from the European Union and Russia to help bring intense wildfires under control.

‘Keep up the spirit’: Indonesian teenage Superman joins wildfire fight

While the teen said dressing as the Man of Steel was "just for fun," video of him using a hose to wet foliage has gone viral, garnering millions of views.

Thousands displaced as wildfire threatens homes in US state of Nevada

Authorities said the fire was caused by humans.

Fontainebleau forest near Paris reopens after devastating wildfire

Fontainebleau forest reopened to the public Saturday, with 80 percent of the popular Paris-area nature reserve accessible again after a wildfire scorched around 2,000 hectares last month. A fifth of the forest remains closed because of safety risks.

After a wildfire Britain’s moors and heaths can be green again within weeks – but the real recovery takes much longer

An ecologist explains what happens next.

Indonesia escalates battle against fires, putrid haze

Indonesia has intensified efforts to fight wildfires with cloud seeding and water bombing as thousands of people nationwide battle to breathe through smoke and haze, officials said Friday.

How will European politicians react to a summer of extreme heat?

Europe this summer has had to face record breaking temperatures, which caused droughts, deaths, and caused devastating wildfires. While the latest heat dome has dissipated, the damage remains – the continent continues to be the fastest warming globally. Will this summer serve as

Algeria president seeks death penalty for arsonists after deadly forest fires

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune says he is not ruling out foul play after 100 wildfires were recorded.

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Severe late-August wildfires across northern Algeria have brought residential areas, agricultural lands, and critical transport corridors directly into the path of rapidly spreading flames.

We're behind UK's emergency phone alerts - but question how they're being used

Millions across England and Wales received a wildfire alert on their phones earlier this month, but it partly backfired.

The Real Reason the Forest Service Is Killing the Roadless Rule

If we want to reduce wildfires on National Forest lands, building more roads is not the answer. Here's what's really going on The post The Real Reason the Forest Service Is Killing the Roadless Rule appeared first on Outdoor Life .

​W​hy are European leaders staying silent after our summer of climate shock?

Lethal temperatures ​and wildfires have exposed a widening gulf between voters demanding ​action and politicians unwilling to confront the long-term choices global heating requires • Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up here The climate crisis means “we’re go

How climate change affects different modes of transport—from roads to railways

As climate change makes extreme weather more frequent and intense, floods, heat waves, droughts, wildfires and storms are increasingly disrupting roads, railways, airports and waterways. Roads have been closed in Germany during this summer's heat waves, for example, while travel

Why Trump’s plan to rescind the Roadless Rule protecting national forests will struggle in court

The courts have rejected similar arguments before. Meanwhile, maintenance costs are rising, and the Forest Service’s own data contradicts the administration’s wildfire claims.

Fire haze threatens health of millions in Indonesia, ministry warns

Millions of Indonesians risk health complications from exposure to thick haze covering several cities and towns, officials said Wednesday, as El Niño-fueled wildfires wreak havoc on Borneo and Sumatra.

Fire Near Reno, Nev., Prompts Evacuations of Homes and Hospitals - The New York Times

Fire Near Reno, Nev., Prompts Evacuations of Homes and Hospitals The New York Times Human-caused wildfire near Reno, Nevada, prompts state of emergency as 90,000 urged to flee CNN Hawk Fire: Sierra County evacuation warnings for wildfire burning in Nevada KCRA 13,700 residences a

What's Your Take On Chinese Cars In America?

Right now the Chinese brands are pushing through the Global South like a wildfire.

Germany news: Most voters expect Merz to leave office early

A poll suggests most Germans do not expect Chancellor Merz to serve through to the 2029 election. Meanwhile, the far-right AfD co-leader says her party would lead Germany out of the euro and Schengen agreement.