Tag: wildfires
Dozens Of Wildfires Burn In Western States, Prompting Thousands To Flee
Wildfires in eastern Washington state have led to the evacuation of 60,000 people around Spokane and have destroyed…
Here’s what supercharged the monster wildfires in Spain and France
In the past week, hundreds of thousands of people in France and Spain were forced to evacuate their…
Child molester convicted for setting one of California’s largest wildfires
Nearly two years after one of California’s most devastating wildfires, the man responsible was found guilty. The blaze,…
Canadian wildfires are causing smoke exposure. How to protect your home and car.
Wildfires in Canada are not just a local issue; they can have far-reaching impacts on air quality in…
Inside the race to spot wildfires before they spiral out of control
In the late summer of 1910, an exceptionally hot and dry spell in the northwestern U.S. was marked…
Prepare for dangerous air pollution in the Northeast, thanks to Minnesota wildfires
Wildfires in Minnesota are releasing smoke that could soon become a significant air pollution issue for millions residing…
Tim Walz mobilizes National Guard to battle wildfires in Minnesota
Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota has deployed the state’s National Guard troops on Sunday to combat wildfires along…
Wildfires Across Georgia, Florida Destroy More Than 50 Homes
NAHUNTA, Ga. (AP) — On Wednesday, massive smoke plumes spread across the Southeast as firefighters confronted swiftly escalating…
AACR in 30 Seconds: Revolution Medicines data, NCI director, wildfires
Angus Chen covers all issues broadly related to cancer including drugs, policy, science, and equity. He joined STAT…
In Nebraska, wildfires are turning cattle ranching into a tricky business
This story is made possible through a partnership between Grist and The Flatwater Free Press, Nebraska’s first independent,…
Scientists have found another alarming pattern in wildfires
Wildfires have been a growing concern worldwide due to the increasing frequency of extreme heat, high winds, and…
How new AI technology is helping detect and prevent wildfires
Wildfire prevention has long been a challenge, with traditional methods such as routine inspections and emergency power shutoffs…