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Forest Fires

Canada Wildfires

Canada: Pictures Of Devastation As Wildfire Continues To Rage Across Country

So far, the relentless wildfire in Canada has burned around 16.5 million hectares of land, As of September 6, total 1,073 active fires are raging across the country causing large-scale damages to forests, vehicles and public...

08 September 2023

 Forest fires have ravaged Spain’s Island of Tenerife

Spain Wildfires: ‘Out of Control’ wildfire wreaks havoc in Tenerife Island

A wildfire rages uncontrolled on Spain's Tenerife island, causing evacuations and road closures. Fueled by a heatwave, the blaze challenges firefighters and underscores global climate change impacts, as rising temperatures...

17 August 2023

Hollywood Hills Brush Fire

Los Angeles Firefighters Swiftly Contain Hollywood Hills Brush Fire, No Injuries Reported

In a quick and coordinated response, firefighters from the Los Angeles County and Beverly Hills Fire departments successfully contained a brush fire that broke out in the iconic Hollywood Hills area of Los Angeles. The...

06 August 2023

Wildfire engulfing a forest

Spain Wildfires: A new addition to the summer of raging wildfires that swept across Europe

A series of devastating wildfires this summer have swept across European countries, including Spain, Greece, Italy, and Portugal, exacerbated by a scorching heatwave. These wildfires have caused evacuations, destruction, and...

17 August 2023

Telangana Rains

Crop Losses Reported In Parts Of Goa Due To Extreme Rainfall, Says Minister

Extreme forest fires and unusually high temperatures have not caused major crop losses in the state since June 1, 2020, the minister said.

07 August 2023

Switzerland Wildfires

Switzerland Fights To Control Forest Fire, Police Evacuate Nearby Villages

A forest fire broke out above Bitsch/Ried-Moerel in the Upper Valais on Monday. Firefighters and two helicopters were deployed in the early evening to fight the flames.

19 July 2023

enerife is known as the Island of Eternal Spring

Tenerife Island: All about the Spanish Island ravaged by wildfires

Tenerife, Spain's largest Canary Island has a unique appeal owing to its diverse landscapes, rich culture, and the challenges it faces, including the current wildfires. Learn about its iconic Mount Teide, microclimates, and...

17 August 2023

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California Wildfires

Firefighters Battle Wildfires In California Amid Severe Heatwave

Firefighters are battling multiple wildfires in America's California amid severe heatwave. The most severe of these fire incidents is the Rabbit Fire, which has spread to over 7,000 acres and was only 35% contained by Monday...

18 July 2023

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10 April 2023
Forest Fire Resurfaces In Goa, Brought Under Control

Forest Fire Resurfaces In Goa, Brought Under Control

A fire broke out on a hill near Canacona town in South Goa district, a month after multiple fires destroyed forests in the coastal state. The blaze, which...


20 February 2023
Writing Disaster

Writing Disaster

How does one write disaster? How does one turn the shards of memory into text?


06 February 2023
In Pictures: Massive Wildfire Rages Across Chile; 24 People Dead So Far

In Pictures: Massive Wildfire Rages Across Chile; 24 People Dead So Far

Wildfires are spreading in southern and central Chile, triggering evacuations and the declaration of a state of emergency in some regions.


08 June 2022
Why Raging Fires Are Creating Havoc In Himachal Pradesh Forests?

Why Raging Fires Are Creating Havoc In Himachal Pradesh Forests?

Major fire broke out on Monday in the pine forests of Kharara ghat along Shimla–Mandi National highway, engulfing a dense forest within a few minutes and...


23 May 2022
Explained: Why Are Forest Fire Threats Growing In North India?

Explained: Why Are Forest Fire Threats Growing In North India?

Though the forest departments continue to trust traditional methods over technology, reduced participation of local communities in forest protection has...


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20 May 2022
Fire In The Hill! What’s Burning In Himachal Pradesh?

Fire In The Hill! What’s Burning In Himachal Pradesh?

Forget escaping to Shimla or Manali in summers. The heatwave has hit Himachal Pradesh with extreme weather events and water scarcity


15 May 2022
Environmentalist Saves Young Birds From Forest Fire In Shimla

Environmentalist Saves Young Birds From Forest Fire In Shimla

Raveena Chauhan ensured the safe birth of seven chicks, all born after the fires had destroyed their nests.


31 March 2022
Fire In Sariska Forest Largely Under Control: Ashok Gehlot

Fire In Sariska Forest Largely Under Control: Ashok Gehlot

CM said the place where the fire broke out in Sariska was a mountain area and the fire brigade had difficulty reaching there but the blaze was brought under...


30 March 2022
Sariska Tiger Reserve Fire 'Almost Under Control', Says Official

Sariska Tiger Reserve Fire 'Almost Under Control', Says Official

Flames still raged across a swathe of 4-5 square kilometres on Wednesday morning. At one time, however, the wildfire had spread over 10 square kilometres.


29 March 2022
Fire Erupts At Sariska Tiger Reserve, IAF Choppers Pressed To Douse Flames

Fire Erupts At Sariska Tiger Reserve, IAF Choppers Pressed To Douse Flames

Sariska Tiger Reserve Blaze: The officials said no tiger is stuck in the affected area and their movement is being monitored.


28 March 2022
Flames rip through parts of Odisha reserve, efforts underway to tackle situation

Flames rip through parts of Odisha reserve, efforts underway to tackle situation

Fire has engulfed parts of the Simlipal National Park in Odisha, an official said on Monday, as authorities battled to prevent a repeat of last year's havoc at...


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05 March 2022
S. Korean Wildfire Destroys 90 Homes, Forces 6,000 To Flee

S. Korean Wildfire Destroys 90 Homes, Forces 6,000 To Flee

The fire, which began Friday morning on a mountain in the seaside town of Uljin and spread across more than 3,000 hectares (7,400 acres) to the nearby city of...


30 July 2021
Three Dead As Wildfires Blaze On Southern Turkish Coast

Three Dead As Wildfires Blaze On Southern Turkish Coast

Wildfires are common in Turkey's Mediterranean and Aegean regions during the arid summer months, although some previous forest fires have been blamed on arson.


25 July 2021
California's Largest Fire Torches Homes As Blazes Lash West

California's Largest Fire Torches Homes As Blazes Lash West

The Dixie fire, which started July 14, had already levelled over a dozen houses and other structures when it tore through the tiny town of Indian Falls after...


10 July 2021
California Forest Fire: 200 Sq Miles Of Plumas National Forest Closed

California Forest Fire: 200 Sq Miles Of Plumas National Forest Closed

Although there are no confirmed reports of building damage, the fire already prompted evacuation orders or warnings for hundreds of homes and several...


11 June 2021
Wildfires Keep Pockets Warm

Wildfires Keep Pockets Warm

Pious official rhetoric burns incandescently. World Environment Days come and go. Meanwhile, our hillside verdure routinely turns to cinder. Why?


07 May 2021
In The Line Of Fire

In The Line Of Fire

Why does a forest in Kashmir catch fire? Well, even peacetime looks like war in the border areas. Artillery fire from across, and our own firing ranges,...


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