Wildfires
How the hard reality of climate change hit Europe's economy this summer - analysis
Record heat and droughts this summer - which scientists say are exacerbated by global warming - have wreaked havoc in power production, shipping, and public health systems.
British Columbia declares state of emergency as fast-growing wildfire forces evacuations
Ancient olive trees damaged in wildfires given new life, rehabilitated into bonsai trees
Several fires reported throughout West Bank settlements, highways
European heatwave caused 2,300 deaths, scientists estimate
Last month was the planet's third-hottest June on record, behind the same month in 2024 and 2023, the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service said in a monthly bulletin on Wednesday.
Wildfire on Greek island of Crete scorches forest, forces evacuation of over 1,000
Hundreds of firefighters battled a blaze that forced the evacuation of over 1,000 people on Crete island on Thursday.
Thousands flee wildfires in Turkey as Europe is hit by early heatwave
Health alerts were issued in France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Germany. Even the Netherlands, used to a milder climate, issued a warning for high temperatures in the coming days, with high humidity.
Three days of burning: Greece arrests woman suspected of starting wildfire with discarded cigarette
The Georgian was charged with unintentional arson, two fire brigade officials told Reuters on condition anonymity. Witnesses saw her drop a cigarette, one of the officials said.
Israel's forests burn while gov't continues to underfund Fire and Rescue Authority
Our forests are burning, yet the government is stoking the conflagration by cutting budgets.
Wildfires and wars: Search and Rescue Brigade revolutionize Israel's emergency response
How data have helped Israel fight wildfires, and how the Home Front Command and the Search and Rescue Brigade are transforming how Israel responds to emergencies.
Israel Police, Fire and Rescue Authority conduct drill in Jerusalem Hills
During the drill, service personnel practiced extinguishing large fires, evacuating residents, and rescuing both citizens and emergency service personnel caught by fires.
Wildfire near Jerusalem's Ein Kerem under control
The residents of the nearby Swedish village have been evacuated, including a day center for people with special needs.
Reducing lithium-ion battery usage may prevent Israel's next wildfire - opinion
Innovative solutions are urgently needed to prevent the accumulation of damaged batteries in waste systems and reduce the risk of fires.
Independence Day ablaze: Jerusalemites find strength under fire and ash
This year’s events, though unexpected, reflected the essence of Israeli society – the day was a testament to the resilience of the Israeli people, a tale of overcoming adversity.
