How winter's atmospheric river storms could supercharge California’s wildfire season
The danger of the deadly asmospheric river storms hasn’t passed yet. All that rain helped sprout a carpet of lush vegetation across the state which will dry out in spring and become wildfire fuel.
The danger of the deadly asmospheric river storms hasn’t passed yet. All that rain helped sprout a carpet of lush vegetation across the state which will dry out in spring and become wildfire fuel.
Chile wildfires: Death toll rises amid record-breaking heat wave
At least 22 people have died in connection to the fires and 554 have been injured, including 16 in serious condition, according to Interior Minister Carolina Tohá.
At least 22 people have died in connection to the fires and 554 have been injured, including 16 in serious condition, according to Interior Minister Carolina Tohá.
Tunnel Fire: People in Flagstaff area help veteran who lost everything in wildfire
Lt. David Barthman, who served in the Vietnam Conflict, lost his home and many prized possessions, including his military medals, to the Tunnel Fire. Since the fire, however, people in the Flagstaff area have been helping the veteran get back on his feet.
Lt. David Barthman, who served in the Vietnam Conflict, lost his home and many prized possessions, including his military medals, to the Tunnel Fire. Since the fire, however, people in the Flagstaff area have been helping the veteran get back on his feet.
Feds send $930 million to curb 'crisis' of wildfires in West
The U.S. is directing $930 million toward reducing wildfire dangers in 10 western states by clearing trees and underbrush from national forests as officials struggle to protect communities from destructive infernos being made worse by climate change.
The U.S. is directing $930 million toward reducing wildfire dangers in 10 western states by clearing trees and underbrush from national forests as officials struggle to protect communities from destructive infernos being made worse by climate change.
How artificial intelligence could be used to fight wildfires
A tech company is developing a new type of artificial intelligence to fight wildfires by using predictive analysis before the fires even start and AI logistics to help contain them.
A tech company is developing a new type of artificial intelligence to fight wildfires by using predictive analysis before the fires even start and AI logistics to help contain them.
How SRP is thinning forests to prevent wildfires, keep power lines safe in Arizona
If you’re a Salt River Project customer, your power to turn your TV on comes from hundreds of miles away. The lines that carry it run through dense forests that are prone to wildfires. FOX 10’s Steve Nielsen has the details on a massive undertaking that’s done between the trees to keep our lights on.
If you’re a Salt River Project customer, your power to turn your TV on comes from hundreds of miles away. The lines that carry it run through dense forests that are prone to wildfires. FOX 10’s Steve Nielsen has the details on a massive undertaking that’s done between the trees to keep our lights on.
Easter Island's iconic 'Moai' statues permanently damaged in wildfire
The sacred statues are at least 500 years old.
The sacred statues are at least 500 years old.
At least 2 people dead in Hemet fire
At least two people are dead after a brush fire started spreading into the residential areas of Hemet.
At least two people are dead after a brush fire started spreading into the residential areas of Hemet.
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.
Deputies: Man trying to burn spider sparks Utah wildfire
The 26-year-old told authorities he saw a spider while on the mountain and attempted to burn it using a lighter.
The 26-year-old told authorities he saw a spider while on the mountain and attempted to burn it using a lighter.
Puppy found wandering among McKinney Fire damage
A puppy was found wandering among the debris left by the raging McKinney Fire in Northern California, which had been hanging out near a home destroyed by the blaze.
A puppy was found wandering among the debris left by the raging McKinney Fire in Northern California, which had been hanging out near a home destroyed by the blaze.
Monsoon 2022: Storms, flash flooding continues for Arizona
Recent storms, and by extension, the monsoon season, are affecting more than just people in the Phoenix area.
Recent storms, and by extension, the monsoon season, are affecting more than just people in the Phoenix area.
2 found dead in car as crews battle largest California wildfire in Siskiyou County
Two people were found dead in their car, as crews battled the McKinney Fire which is 0% contained.
Two people were found dead in their car, as crews battled the McKinney Fire which is 0% contained.
Man suspected of starting fires in Oregon detained by 3 residents who tied him to tree
The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Trennon Smith, was arrested on charges of first-degree arson and reckless burning in Oregon, authorities said.
The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Trennon Smith, was arrested on charges of first-degree arson and reckless burning in Oregon, authorities said.
Who is Prescott National Forest wildfire spotter, Aundrea Romero?
Who is Prescott National Forest wildfire spotter, Aundrea Romero? She overlooks the entire forest and watches out for any fires. She's the person who first spotted the Crooks Fire that ignited back in April.
Who is Prescott National Forest wildfire spotter, Aundrea Romero? She overlooks the entire forest and watches out for any fires. She's the person who first spotted the Crooks Fire that ignited back in April.
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.
Big Sandy Fire: Wildfire that forced evacuations near Wikieup now 50% contained
Officials with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said the wildfire has burned 150 acres and is 50% contained.
Officials with the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said the wildfire has burned 150 acres and is 50% contained.
Arizona wildfires 2022: What to know about the fires burning in the state
Wildfire season has begun in Arizona as several fires burned thousands of acres as each popped up across the state. We have a look at each fire, how big it is, the communities impacted, who should be evacuating, or who should be ready to evacuate.
Wildfire season has begun in Arizona as several fires burned thousands of acres as each popped up across the state. We have a look at each fire, how big it is, the communities impacted, who should be evacuating, or who should be ready to evacuate.
Lightning-sparked Committee Fire burning east of Sedona on Munds Mountain burns nearly 300 acres
The Committee Fire burning east of Sedona on Munds Mountain has burned roughly 300 acres after it was first sparked by lightning.
The Committee Fire burning east of Sedona on Munds Mountain has burned roughly 300 acres after it was first sparked by lightning.
Video captures 'moments of panic' when Spanish train was surrounded by wildfire
Video taken by a train passenger shows "moments of panic" as a train from Madrid to northwestern Spain was surrounded by flames from a wildfire.
Video taken by a train passenger shows "moments of panic" as a train from Madrid to northwestern Spain was surrounded by flames from a wildfire.