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.
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.
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.
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.
A major controversy erupts in Oregon as US Border Patrol agents are reported to have obstructed state wildfire crews, citing jurisdictional disputes and raising urgent questions about emergency coordination.
A wildland firefighter was detained by US Border Patrol agents en route to a critical wildfire response in Washington state, raising serious questions about the intersection of immigration enforcement and emergency operations.
A catastrophic wildfire, suspected to be sparked by a discarded cigarette, has torn through Cyprus, claiming two lives and reducing multi-million pound luxury villas to ash in an apocalyptic scene.
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.
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.
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.
Fire crews are using explosive charges to combat a significant wildfire on Saddleworth Moor, West Yorkshire, with smoke visible for miles. Authorities advise residents to keep windows closed.
Emergency services battle large-scale moorland fire near Scarborough as dry conditions fuel blaze. Crews work through the night to protect nearby villages.
A tragic helicopter crash in Montana claims the life of a firefighter battling Oregon's massive wildfires, as officials mourn the loss of a dedicated first responder.
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.
Dramatic footage captures the moment a French emergency helicopter spirals out of control and crashes while battling wildfires. Against all odds, the entire crew survives the harrowing incident in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence region.
An in-depth investigation into the emboldened British far-right, exploring the potent mix of post-Brexit nationalism, economic anxiety, and record migration levels that is reshaping the UK's political landscape.
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.
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
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.
The UK government has agreed to pay millions in compensation to Kenyan victims after British Army training exercises ignited devastating wildfires that destroyed homes and livelihoods.
Exclusive: Labour's ambitious rewilding policy faces a fierce backlash from the Country Land and Business Association (CLA), which warns the plans could turn the British countryside into a dry, flammable tinderbox, dramatically increasing the risk of deva
A catastrophic wildfire in Oregon has claimed the Doerner Fir, a majestic 327-foot giant that held the title of the world's tallest tree outside the redwood family, marking a profound loss for natural heritage.
Spain is reeling from its worst wildfire season on record, with apocalyptic blazes fuelled by a brutal two-week heatwave that has claimed over 1,100 lives. An area double the size of London has been incinerated, as the nation faces an unprecedented enviro
A powerful visual narrative from Indonesia captures orangutans escaping a devastating peatland fire and a remarkable community effort to relocate an entire church to save it from collapse.
A major new scientific analysis uncovers that wildfire smoke is significantly more toxic to human cells than air pollution from other sources, raising urgent questions about public health policies as climate change fuels fiercer blazes.
Authorities have issued an urgent wildfire alert for multiple regions in the UK as soaring temperatures and dry conditions heighten fire risks. Stay informed on safety measures and affected areas.
A firefighter has tragically lost his life while combating a fierce wildfire in Portugal, as extreme heat fuels devastating flames across the region.
Wildfires continue to devastate parts of Spain as extreme heat and dry conditions fuel the flames. Authorities struggle to contain the blazes amid rising temperatures.
New wildfires erupt across Canada, forcing evacuations and threatening communities. Authorities warn of worsening conditions as dry weather persists.