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Lightning Strike Kills Elk Hunters in Colorado Rockies

A devastating lightning strike in a remote Colorado mountain range has killed two elk hunters and injured another, prompting a major rescue operation and highlighting the dangers of high-altitude weather.

Inside the Inferno: A Photographer's View of Wildfires

Acclaimed photojournalist Josh Edelson shares his gripping, first-hand experience documenting California's catastrophic wildfires from the front lines, capturing the terrifying beauty and devastating human cost.

Yellowstone Reopens After Wildfire Closure

Yellowstone National Park has reopened its doors after a temporary shutdown caused by a rapidly spreading wildfire. Park officials confirm the blaze is now under control, with emergency services remaining on high alert.

California Wildfires: Altadena Evacuates as Blaze Rages

A ferocious wildfire, fuelled by fierce Santa Ana winds, is tearing through the foothills of Altadena, California, forcing mass evacuations and threatening hundreds of homes. Emergency crews battle the blaze amid extreme fire conditions.

Wildfire Threatens California's Ancient Sequoia Trees

A rapidly expanding wildfire, fuelled by powerful winds, is menacing California's iconic Giant Sequoia groves. Firefighters are in a critical battle to protect these ancient natural wonders, some over 3,000 years old, from catastrophic damage.

Climate Crisis Fuels Surge in Lightning Wildfires

Groundbreaking research confirms a direct and alarming link between global warming and a sharp increase in destructive wildfires ignited by lightning strikes across the Northern Hemisphere.

Ski resort's £30m payout after girl paralysed on lift

A 12-year-old girl left paralysed after a horrific ski lift incident at Winter Park Resort, Colorado, has been awarded a landmark £30 million settlement. The resort has agreed to sweeping safety reforms following the catastrophic failure.

Climate Crisis Fuels Extreme Iberian Wildfire Weather

A new scientific report reveals human-induced climate change is dramatically increasing the likelihood of extreme fire weather conditions in the Iberian Peninsula, with temperatures soaring 4-6°C above normal.

Major Wildfire Erupts Near Stockton, California

A fast-moving wildfire, dubbed the 'Corral Fire,' has erupted near Tracy, California, scorching over 14,000 acres and prompting urgent evacuations. Calfire crews are battling the blaze amid challenging conditions.

Border Patrol Arrests Elite Washington Firefighters

Exclusive: US Border Patrol agents have detained multiple firefighters from an elite Washington State crew, throwing critical wildfire operations into chaos and sparking a major political row over immigration enforcement priorities.

CA Wildfire Survivor's Incredible Act of Kindness

In the ashes of the devastating Eaton wildfire in Altadena, California, a heartwarming story emerges as a local man, who lost his own home, dedicates himself to helping his neighbours recover and rebuild.

Europe's Brutal Wildfire Season Ignites Early

Southern Europe is on high alert as an early and aggressive wildfire season ignites, with Greece and Turkey battling fierce blazes exacerbated by extreme heat and strong winds, raising fears of a catastrophic summer.

Dartmoor Wildfire: Tourists Evacuated Near Haytor

Holidaymakers were forced to flee a raging moorland blaze on Dartmoor as thick smoke billowed across the Devon countryside. Emergency services remain on the scene tackling the major incident.

UK Bank Holiday Heatwave Sparks Critical Wildfire Alert

The UK's late May bank holiday brings a severe heatwave, pushing temperatures to 30°C and triggering critical 'very high' fire danger alerts. As Europe's wildfire season ignites early, experts warn of tinderbox conditions from Greece to Portugal.

Hawaii Confirms Final Lahaina Wildfire Death Toll: 101 Lives Lost

Authorities in Hawaii have concluded the official count of fatalities from the devastating August 2023 Lahaina wildfire, confirming 101 deaths. The painstaking identification process, involving advanced DNA analysis, is now complete, bringing a sombre clo

Napa Valley Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuations

A rapidly expanding wildfire, the 'Hennessey Fire,' is tearing through Napa County, California, prompting urgent evacuations, threatening homes and vineyards, and casting a dense, hazardous smoke plume over the renowned wine region.

Six Dead in Mysterious Colorado Dairy Farm Accident

A devastating industrial accident at a dairy farm in Colorado has left six people dead. Authorities are investigating the mysterious incident, which occurred in a waste management area, as the community reels from the loss.

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