Wildfire Risk News

Guinea grass, introduced to Hawaii in 1883, has become a significant threat to the local ecosystem, growing up to 9 feet and producing thousands of seeds. Its r

A judge has ordered the culling of 2,500 mule deer on Catalina Island, which were introduced in the 1920s and now threaten local flora and increase wildfire ris

The Hawk Fire has highlighted Reno's long-standing awareness of wildfire risks, potentially spurring efforts to fortify communities against future catastrophes

The Prime Minister has addressed the emergency phone alert sent to millions in England and Wales regarding the risk of wildfires.

Millions of people received an unexpected emergency alert on their phones at 7 PM, warning of a "very high" wildfire risk. The siren-like warning caused startle

The government has issued a temporary ban on the sale of disposable barbeques due to the significant risk they pose to the public, particularly concerning wildf

The RSPCA has issued a litter warning, urging people in the UK to be careful with common lunch items due to the risk of quickly triggering flames in hot weather

Britain is bracing for its fifth heat wave, which is expected to intensify drought conditions and increase the risk of wildfires across the country.

Andy Burnham is considering a ban on disposable BBQs due to the ongoing heatwave and increased wildfire risk, as the Prime Minister chairs an emergency Cobra co

Three wildfires near Spokane, Washington, continue to burn out of control after destroying hundreds of buildings, with new fears that weather conditions could w

Farmers, landowners, and firefighters, supported by Liberal Democrats and many Labour MPs, are calling for a temporary ban on disposable barbecues in England an

A heat dome pushed temperatures near record highs across the western US on Saturday, leading to heat warnings and increased wildfire risks, with authorities adv

A dangerous heat wave is bringing record-breaking temperatures and heightened wildfire risk to parts of the western U.S., with Las Vegas forecast to reach 115°

A heat wave is forecast to bring record-breaking temperatures and increase wildfire risk to parts of the Western US.

A heatwave in the western US is increasing the risk of hazardous fire conditions, particularly in Oregon and Washington, where low humidity and strong winds are

The UK is bracing for its fourth heatwave of the summer, with forecasters warning of potentially 'exceptionally severe' wildfires, particularly in the South Eas

Two swimmers have been found dead amid an 'extreme' wildfire risk and a heatwave with temperatures exceeding 30C, leading to hosepipe bans for 40 million people

A record-breaking heatwave is expected to continue into the weekend across parts of the UK, with temperatures potentially reaching 35C. Emergency services are p

Maritime officials are urging caution as temperatures rise and wildfire risk increases, advising the public to be careful during outdoor activities like camping