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.
A new study reveals a sharp rise in US deaths from wildfire smoke pollution, directly linking the public health emergency to the worsening climate crisis.
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.
A state of emergency is declared in Idaho as ferocious wildfires, fuelled by high winds, force the evacuation of Stanley and threaten hundreds of homes. Get the latest on the containment efforts.
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.
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.
New figures reveal Scotland's drug death rate is more than double that of 2016 and triple the UK average, with Nicola Sturgeon's government facing fierce criticism over a public health emergency.
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.
A landmark study has identified the countries where the pursuit of the perfect selfie has turned deadly, with India leading a sobering global ranking of fatalities. Discover the treacherous locations and the tragic human cost behind the social media trend
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.
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.
In a heart-wrenching interview, Paul McNeill speaks out after his sister Jacqueline became the one millionth person to die on UK roads, demanding urgent government action on road safety to prevent further tragedies.
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.