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Today: April 15, 2025
Today: April 15, 2025

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Environment|Europe|Science

Spain's wild horses in peril, despite key role in wildfire prevention

The wildfires that used to burn each summer in the woods above the Spanish village of Barro have diminished to almost none since Lucia Perez

Spain's wild horses in peril, despite key role in wildfire prevention
Asia|Environment|World

South Korea wildfires spread forcing evacuation of four local prisons, homes

Wildfires spread across South Korea's southeastern region on Tuesday, forcing the evacuation of thousands of inmates from local prisons and

South Korea wildfires spread forcing evacuation of four local prisons, homes
Environment|Science|US

Carolina wildfires followed months of weather whiplash, from drought to hurricane-fueled floods and back to drought

Fires are a natural part of the landscape and essential for many species. But scores of fires at once were more than anyone bargained for.

Carolina wildfires followed months of weather whiplash, from drought to hurricane-fueled floods and back to drought
Environment|US

Crews, property owners work to protect structures as Polk County wildfires grow

Crews, property owners work to protect structures as Polk County wildfires grow

Crews, property owners work to protect structures as Polk County wildfires grow
Environment|Health|US

Code Red air quality alert expanded to more counties as North Carolina wildfires grow

Code Red air quality alert expanded to more counties as North Carolina wildfires grow

Code Red air quality alert expanded to more counties as North Carolina wildfires grow
Environment|US

Firefighters in the Carolinas battle multiple wildfires as New Jersey crews contain a forest blaze

Firefighters in North and South Carolina are battling multiple wind-driven wildfires

Firefighters in the Carolinas battle multiple wildfires as New Jersey crews contain a forest blaze
Asia|Environment|World

South Korean wildfires spread, three more disaster zones named

Deadly wildfires spread further across South Korea on Monday as authorities designated three more counties 'special disaster zones'.

South Korean wildfires spread, three more disaster zones named
Environment|Political|US

Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency due to Table Rock wildfires

Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency due to Table Rock wildfires

Gov. Henry McMaster declares a state of emergency due to Table Rock wildfires
Environment|US

Polk County wildfires scorch 5,000 acres with little containment, residents voice concerns

Polk County wildfires scorch 5,000 acres with little containment, residents voice concerns

Polk County wildfires scorch 5,000 acres with little containment, residents voice concerns
Asia|Environment|World

South Korea fights deadly wildfires in southeast as thousands evacuate

South Korea fights deadly wildfires in southeast as thousands evacuate

South Korea fights deadly wildfires in southeast as thousands evacuate
Americas|Environment|US

Wildfires in the Carolinas burn more than 6,000 acres, prompting evacuations, a burn ban and National Guard deployment

Wildfires in the Carolinas burn more than 6,000 acres, prompting evacuations, a burn ban and National Guard deployment

Wildfires in the Carolinas burn more than 6,000 acres, prompting evacuations, a burn ban and National Guard deployment
Americas|Environment|US

Wildfires prompt evacuation in the Carolinas as New Jersey crews battle their own blaze

Emergency crews in at least three states are battling small wildfires

Wildfires prompt evacuation in the Carolinas as New Jersey crews battle their own blaze
Environment|US

Polk County wildfires continue to rage, little containment made, community meeting ahead

Polk County wildfires continue to rage, little containment made, community meeting ahead

Polk County wildfires continue to rage, little containment made, community meeting ahead
Environment|Health|Science|US

LA firefighters put out massive blazes. Now they worry that cancer might be smoldering inside them

LA firefighters put out massive blazes. Now they worry that cancer might be smoldering inside them

LA firefighters put out massive blazes. Now they worry that cancer might be smoldering inside them
Environment|Political|US

US senators push for more funding for California fire recovery

Two Democratic U.S. senators on Friday visited the charred ruins of Altadena nearly three months after a devastating fire and made a case for more

US senators push for more funding for California fire recovery
Americas|Environment|US

Texas wildfire prompts evacuations as Arkansas and Florida also battle blazes

Wildfires fueled by dry conditions and gusting winds are burning in a few states in the South

Texas wildfire prompts evacuations as Arkansas and Florida also battle blazes
Environment|US

Blizzard conditions hit the Midwest while wildfires and tornadoes threaten Central US

Another storm system is affecting millions of people in the middle of the U.S. Parts of the Midwest and Great Plains faced blizzard conditions Wednesday and a broad swath of neighboring states are at risk of high winds and wildfires

Blizzard conditions hit the Midwest while wildfires and tornadoes threaten Central US
Environment|Science|US

What causes the powerful winds that fuel dust storms, wildfires and blizzards? A weather scientist explains

One long line of powerful winds can whip up dust storms, spread wildfires, spin up tornadoes and fuel blizzards – all at the same time across different states.

What causes the powerful winds that fuel dust storms, wildfires and blizzards? A weather scientist explains
Environment|Lifestyle|US

Church vows to help all of Oklahoma as wildfires burn

Church vows to help all of Oklahoma as wildfires burn

Church vows to help all of Oklahoma as wildfires burn
Environment|US

As Oklahoma reels from deadly wildfires, authorities warn of fresh fire threat

With Oklahomans still reeling from deadly wildfires that whipped across the state and destroyed hundreds of homes in recent days, officials in Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico are warning of an increased risk of fire danger on Tuesday

As Oklahoma reels from deadly wildfires, authorities warn of fresh fire threat
Crime|Environment|US

Cross-country storm leaves at least 42 dead and vast destruction from tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms

Cross-country storm leaves at least 42 dead and vast destruction from tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms

Cross-country storm leaves at least 42 dead and vast destruction from tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms
Americas|Crime|Environment|US

Residents pick up the pieces after devastating storms scour the US South and Midwest

Residents and work crews in the South and Midwest are beginning to clean up and survey the destruction from a three-day outbreak of severe weather

Residents pick up the pieces after devastating storms scour the US South and Midwest
Environment|Political|US

What to know about the deadly storm system that socked the US

Predictions of a dangerous weekend weather came true as a dynamic storm system spawned tornadoes, dust storms and wildfires that killed more than 40 people across eight states

What to know about the deadly storm system that socked the US
Environment|US

Oklahomans survey devastation after hundreds of homes are destroyed and damaged by wildfires

Oklahomans are assessing the devastation after wildfires damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes around the state during a severe weather outbreak

Oklahomans survey devastation after hundreds of homes are destroyed and damaged by wildfires
Americas|Environment|US

A look at the 42 deaths linked to severe storms in the US

A series of storms that kicked up wildfires, tornadoes and dust while barreling across eight states over the weekend have left at least 42 people dead and dozens injured

A look at the 42 deaths linked to severe storms in the US
Americas|Environment|US

At least 32 dead in massive US storm after new fatalities reported in Kansas and Mississippi

At least 32 people have been killed in a monster storm sweeping across much of the U.S. Kansas authorities said eight people died in a highway pileup caused by a dust storm Friday

At least 32 dead in massive US storm after new fatalities reported in Kansas and Mississippi
Environment|US

Big March storm fans wildfires and kills 3 as forecasters fear weekend tornado outbreak

A sprawling storm system crossing the U.S. has caused deadly crashes, damaged buildings and fanned more than 100 wildfires in several central states, prompting evacuation orders in some communities

Big March storm fans wildfires and kills 3 as forecasters fear weekend tornado outbreak
Environment|US

Wildfires, driven by wind, burn 23 acres of land in southern Kentucky

Wildfires, driven by wind, burn 23 acres of land in southern Kentucky

Wildfires, driven by wind, burn 23 acres of land in southern Kentucky
Arts|Education|Entertainment|US

A youth theater production rises from the ashes of the Los Angeles fires

A children's theater group in Pacific Palisades lost its beloved playhouse to the Los Angeles fires

A youth theater production rises from the ashes of the Los Angeles fires
Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|US

Steve Carell surprises Southern California high school students with free prom tickets

Actor Steve Carell is sending Southern California high school students affected by the devasting wildfires in Los Angeles to the prom for free

Steve Carell surprises Southern California high school students with free prom tickets
Business|Crime|Environment|US

Los Angeles County, Pasadena, sue Southern California Edison over wildfires

The County of Los Angeles and City of Pasadena, along with other public entities, filed lawsuits against Edison International and its subsidiary Southern California Edison on Wednesday,

Los Angeles County, Pasadena, sue Southern California Edison over wildfires
Celebrity|Education|Entertainment

Steve Carell is helping Altadena high schoolers who were impacted by LA wildfires attend prom

Steve Carell is helping Altadena high schoolers who were impacted by LA wildfires attend prom

Steve Carell is helping Altadena high schoolers who were impacted by LA wildfires attend prom
Environment|US

Video from plane shows South Carolina wildfire

Firefighters are working against dry, windy conditions Sunday as they battle wildfires scorching parts of the Carolinas and forcing residents to evacuate their homes. The Carolina Forest Fire, about five miles north of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, doubled in size to 1,200 acres overnight and is 0% contained, the South Carolina Forestry Commission said Sunday. Officials issued a statewide burn ban Saturday as dozens of wildfires flared across the state – many of which have since been contained.

Video from plane shows South Carolina wildfire
Environment|US

STATE OF EMERGENCY AS WILDFIRES BURN ACROSS THE CAROLINAS (330pET)

Even as conditions improved, heavy smoke persisted Monday across the Carolinas as firefighters battle wildfires scorching parts of the region. “There is heavy, low-hanging smoke blanketed across the area this morning,” Horry County Fire Rescue said in a Facebook post. “This will limit some visibility for motorists and residents.” The Carolina Forest Fire, about five miles north of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is estimated to be 1,600 acres and 30% contained, the South Carolina Forestry Commission said.

STATE OF EMERGENCY AS WILDFIRES BURN ACROSS THE CAROLINAS (330pET)
Americas|Environment|US

Winds, dry conditions threaten to fan wildfires scorching parts of the Carolinas

Winds, dry conditions threaten to fan wildfires scorching parts of the Carolinas

Winds, dry conditions threaten to fan wildfires scorching parts of the Carolinas
Environment|US

Polk County wildfires 63% contained, residents relieved as crews work tirelessly

Polk County wildfires 63% contained, residents relieved as crews work tirelessly

Polk County wildfires 63% contained, residents relieved as crews work tirelessly
Environment|Science|Technology

How satellites and AI help firefighters battle wildfires today

Fire spotters used to watch with binoculars from forest towers. Now, technology can help forecast fire behavior, but human experience is still essential.

How satellites and AI help firefighters battle wildfires today
Environment|Science|US

Rain on wildfire burn scars can trigger destructive debris flows − a geologist explains how

Debris flows can move with the speed of a freight train, picking up and demolishing anything in their path.

Rain on wildfire burn scars can trigger destructive debris flows − a geologist explains how
Environment|US

Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds

Crews battled wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds as residents were forced to evacuate in some areas

Crews battle wildfires in North and South Carolina amid dry conditions and gusty winds
Environment|Political|US

Records show Los Angeles officials’ early struggles as windswept blazes escalated

Records show Los Angeles officials’ early struggles as windswept blazes escalated

Records show Los Angeles officials’ early struggles as windswept blazes escalated
Business|Economy|Environment|Europe|Finance|US

Swiss Re sees hit of less than $700 million from Los Angeles wildfires

Reinsurance company Swiss Re said on Thursday that claims from wildfires in Los Angeles would be less than $700 million and would impact its first

Swiss Re sees hit of less than $700 million from Los Angeles wildfires
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment

Here's what to know about the Oscars on Sunday, from presenters to performers

After devastating wildfires tore through Los Angeles, the 97th Academy Awards are going forward

Here's what to know about the Oscars on Sunday, from presenters to performers
Celebrity|Entertainment

Oscars producers promise fresh energy, big stars and surprises at the show

Last year’s Oscars was by all accounts a successful show, with memorable performances and unscripted moments, and a winning movie that most people had seen

Oscars producers promise fresh energy, big stars and surprises at the show
Africa|Environment|World

More than 100 firefighters battle blazes on South Africa's Table Mountain in Cape Town

More than 100 firefighters are battling two blazes on the slopes of South Africa’s Table Mountain

More than 100 firefighters battle blazes on South Africa's Table Mountain in Cape Town
Business|Economy|Environment|US

People are buying up burned lots in LA. Should they be concerned about future fires?

People are buying up burned lots in LA. Should they be concerned about future fires?

People are buying up burned lots in LA. Should they be concerned about future fires?
Political|US

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass fires Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, citing her response to Palisades wildfire

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass fires Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, citing her response to Palisades wildfire

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass fires Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, citing her response to Palisades wildfire
Economy|Environment|Political|US

California governor requests $40 billion for fire aid, Washington Post reports

California Governor Gavin Newsom is asking Congress for nearly $40 billion in disaster funding to help Los Angeles recover and rebuild areas scorched by last month's devastating wildfires,

California governor requests $40 billion for fire aid, Washington Post reports
Environment|Political|US

LA mayor dismisses fire chief over response to most destructive wildfire in city history last month

Six weeks after devastating wildfires, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass ousted the city’s fire chief amid a public rift over preparations for the fires and finger-pointing between the chief and City Hall

LA mayor dismisses fire chief over response to most destructive wildfire in city history last month
Environment|Political|US

The Latest: Trump signals he’s open to multiple budget bills instead of just one

Hours after the Senate approved a spending framework, President Donald Trump said in a Fox News interview that he’s open to approving the spending plan in multiple bills “as long as we get to the same point.”

The Latest: Trump signals he’s open to multiple budget bills instead of just one

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