U.S. Forest Service lookout dies in McKinney Fire when she wouldn't evacuate
A U.S. Forest Service fire lookout of 50 years died when she didn't heed advice to leave her home, which was overtaken by the McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County, officials said.
A U.S. Forest Service fire lookout of 50 years died when she didn't heed advice to leave her home, which was overtaken by the McKinney Fire in Siskiyou County, officials said.
Japanese city searching for wild monkeys after nearly 40 people attacked
The wild monkey attacks have reportedly included a 4-year-old girl who was scratched during an apartment break-in. In another incident, a monkey breached a kindergarten classroom.
The wild monkey attacks have reportedly included a 4-year-old girl who was scratched during an apartment break-in. In another incident, a monkey breached a kindergarten classroom.
Governor declares emergency over wildfire near Yosemite
A fast-moving brush fire near Yosemite National Park exploded in size Saturday into one of California’s largest wildfires of the year, prompting evacuation orders for thousands of people and shutting off power to more than 2,000 homes and businesses.
A fast-moving brush fire near Yosemite National Park exploded in size Saturday into one of California’s largest wildfires of the year, prompting evacuation orders for thousands of people and shutting off power to more than 2,000 homes and businesses.
Sprinklers installed to protect iconic sequoia trees from wildfire in Yosemite National Park
Hundreds of the iconic, larger-than-life sequoias in Yosemite National Park are under threat as the Washburn Fire continues to burn.
Hundreds of the iconic, larger-than-life sequoias in Yosemite National Park are under threat as the Washburn Fire continues to burn.
Biden signs off on hefty pay raise for federal firefighters through 2023
The move affects more than 16,000 firefighters and comes as much of the West braces for a difficult wildfire season.
The move affects more than 16,000 firefighters and comes as much of the West braces for a difficult wildfire season.
How wildfires get their names
Unlike hurricanes and tropical storms, whose storm names are determined by a central authority, naming wildfires are left up to the fire unit, incident commander, or dispatch center in the jurisdiction where the fire began.
Unlike hurricanes and tropical storms, whose storm names are determined by a central authority, naming wildfires are left up to the fire unit, incident commander, or dispatch center in the jurisdiction where the fire began.
Saving your wine one bite at a time: Oregon winery uses goats to fend off wildfires
A vineyard in Oregon practices grazing-based viticulture, using animals to help improve their wine and protect the farm from wildfires.
A vineyard in Oregon practices grazing-based viticulture, using animals to help improve their wine and protect the farm from wildfires.
How to safely put out your campfire or backyard fire
One small spark can lead to widespread destruction in the blink of an eye. That’s apparent when you look at the aftermath of the Vermillion fire, which burned more than 80 acres of marsh and swamp in Blaine.
One small spark can lead to widespread destruction in the blink of an eye. That’s apparent when you look at the aftermath of the Vermillion fire, which burned more than 80 acres of marsh and swamp in Blaine.
Wildfire warning: With dry conditions, a small fire can lead to destruction
One small spark can lead to widespread destruction in the blink of an eye. That?s apparent when you look at the aftermath of the Vermillion fire, which burned more than 80 acres of marsh and swamp in Blaine.
One small spark can lead to widespread destruction in the blink of an eye. That?s apparent when you look at the aftermath of the Vermillion fire, which burned more than 80 acres of marsh and swamp in Blaine.
New Mexico governor asks Biden to declare disaster for wildfire
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is asking President Joe Biden to declare a disaster as firefighters scramble to clear brush, build fire lines and spray water to keep the largest blaze burning in the U.S. from destroying more homes.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is asking President Joe Biden to declare a disaster as firefighters scramble to clear brush, build fire lines and spray water to keep the largest blaze burning in the U.S. from destroying more homes.
Sheep helping with wildfire prevention
As wildfire season begins throughout some of the country, all measures are currently being taken to combat them ? even using wildlife to clear acres of land.
As wildfire season begins throughout some of the country, all measures are currently being taken to combat them ? even using wildlife to clear acres of land.
Wildfires can be dangerous to your health even if you’re nowhere near one
The American Lung Association's annual report says there were more days with unhealthy air quality last year than in the 20-year history of the report, due to wildfires.
The American Lung Association's annual report says there were more days with unhealthy air quality last year than in the 20-year history of the report, due to wildfires.
Wildfire burning near National Center for Atmospheric Research forces evacuations in Boulder
Officials said the so-called NCAR Fire has burned more than 120 acres but the combination of dry brush and winds could cause the blaze to continue to grow.
Officials said the so-called NCAR Fire has burned more than 120 acres but the combination of dry brush and winds could cause the blaze to continue to grow.
Emerald Bay fire: Crews contain fire that erupted in Laguna Beach
The cause of the Emerald Bay Fire remains under investigation.
The cause of the Emerald Bay Fire remains under investigation.
Fire extinguished at Blaine Fleet Farm despite cold
Firefighters battled below-freezing winds, burning lumber and mulch to put out a three-alarm fire outside the Blaine Fleet Farm Thursday afternoon.
Firefighters battled below-freezing winds, burning lumber and mulch to put out a three-alarm fire outside the Blaine Fleet Farm Thursday afternoon.
Colorado brushfires lead to evacuations; state of emergency declared
Several parts of Colorado came under evacuation orders after high winds threatened to spread brush fires across the region.
Several parts of Colorado came under evacuation orders after high winds threatened to spread brush fires across the region.
2021 Weather in Review: Minnesota sees a year of extremes
From wildfires and drought to extreme cold, Minnesota saw a wide range of extreme weather in 2021.
From wildfires and drought to extreme cold, Minnesota saw a wide range of extreme weather in 2021.
Greenwood Fire: How residents and Mother Nature are recovering from devastation
The Greenwood fire took its name from the nearby lake where lightning struck on Aug. 15, igniting a wildfire that burned for weeks.
The Greenwood fire took its name from the nearby lake where lightning struck on Aug. 15, igniting a wildfire that burned for weeks.
How Mother Nature will make a comeback after the Greenwood fire in northern Minnesota
A wildfire that burned for weeks in the Superior National Forest destroyed acres of forest land in northern Minnesota. But, despite the destruction left behind, Mother Nature is set to make a comeback.
A wildfire that burned for weeks in the Superior National Forest destroyed acres of forest land in northern Minnesota. But, despite the destruction left behind, Mother Nature is set to make a comeback.
After the Fire: The damage left behind by the Greenwood fire in northern Minnesota
A lightning strike on August 15 sparked a fire in the Superior National Forest that burned for weeks. Now residents are working to rebuild and restore what has been lost.
A lightning strike on August 15 sparked a fire in the Superior National Forest that burned for weeks. Now residents are working to rebuild and restore what has been lost.