Bushfire risk package unveiled ahead of 'tough' summer The prime minister has announced a funding package strengthening bushfire risk management and emergency responders' mental health. AAP · Nov 9
16-year-old builds free wildfire warning checker, teaches California seniors to use it after brush fire Vedant Thakker created the Red Flag Check application to evaluate wildfire risks utilizing data from the National Weather Service. This innovative tool classifies residential locations under red flag warnings into four specific risk categories, empowering local residents. It is specially designed for older adults who may face increased vulnerability during… The Times of India · Nov 8
Country diary: After the devastating summer fires, the first green shoots Cairngorms: The scale and depth of damage is shocking, but there are precious small signs of recovery The Guardian - UK · Nov 7
Fireworks launched at police amid Bonfire Night trouble in Edinburgh In Oxgangs and around Colinton Mains, bins were knocked over and set on fire in the road. Evening Standard · Nov 5
At least six dead in Brooklyn house fire after victims got trapped behind window bars Seven other people were injured, including three firefighters The Independent UK · Nov 5
The 18 areas of Scotland where fireworks are banned tonight See the full list of firework control zones across Scotland where setting off fireworks is illegal over Bonfire Night 2026 The National (Scotland) · Nov 5
William calls threat of wildfires ‘terrifying’ on visit to see Welsh fire crews The prince visited frontline firefighters from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service in Treherbert in October. Evening Standard · Nov 4
'You kind of have to be grateful for the big, ugly event': Milo Ventimiglia reflects on LA wildfires Milo Ventimiglia feels a strange sense of gratitude for the Los Angeles wildfires, even though his family's Malibu home was destroyed in the inferno. BANG Premier · Nov 2
Man accused of starting deadly Palisades fire to be retried for arson after mistrial Case against Jonathan Rinderknecht, 30, in Los Angeles comes four months after first trial ended with a hung jury The Guardian - US · Nov 2
Major update on future of Glasgow's Union Street fire site Plans for the temporary use of the Union Street fire site are "close to completion", Glasgow City Council has confirmed The National (Scotland) · Nov 2
Henry and Jack Grover developed a hydrogel that kept charcoal from reigniting for 27 minutes Twin brothers from Riverside, California, have developed a groundbreaking sprayable hydrogel designed to combat wildfire resurgence. The inspiration for this project arose after witnessing the Palisades fire reignite in 2025. Their hydrogel exhibits an extraordinary ability to keep hot charcoal briquettes from igniting for 27 minutes—far more effective than water.… The Times of India · Nov 1
Eaton Fire Smoke Carried Lead at About 80 Times Typical Levels Across Area Home to 7 Million People A Caltech study found that smoke from the Eaton Fire carried unusually high lead and arsenic levels across parts of Los Angeles, but one monitor could not determine individual exposure or health effects. Medical Daily · Oct 30
London 'at risk of Notre-Dame-style blaze due to lack of fire-fighting resources' Protecting historic buildings from fires presents a huge challenge for London firefighters due to their age and character Evening Standard · Oct 29
Scottish Government announces £1.3m to restore Cairngorms after devastating wildfires MORE than £1.3 million in Scottish Government funding has been announced to restore damaged habitats, including work on areas of the Cairngorms damaged by this summer’s wildfires. The National (Scotland) · Oct 24
The Guardian - UK · Oct 24 Suspect arrested over fire at Hitler’s ‘Eagle’s Nest’ retreat in Bavaria About 200 firefighters deployed to tackle blaze at former Nazi mountain retreat in remote part of southern Germany
The Economic Times · Oct 23 Don't panic: UK govt tells Britons to 'be ready' for emergencies UK leader Andy Burnham emphasized the need for better emergency preparedness for citizens during a wildfire summit. The new 'Be Ready' campaign encourages households to stockpile essential supplies for unexpected disruptions. This initiative aligns with ongoing concerns regarding food security and recent cyberattacks impacting major supermarket chains. Burnham's statements follow…
Evening Standard · Oct 23 Andy Burnham hosts wildfire summit to build resilience ‘for next time’ Fire chiefs, industry leaders, ministers and academic have been considering how to tackle the growing threat.
Evening Standard · Oct 22 We must be ready for another ‘difficult’ season of wildfires, FM warns A wildfire resilience summit held on Thursday brought partners and interested parties together.
Evening Standard · Oct 22 Unprecedented summer of wildfires sparks Welsh fire resilience summit The Welsh Government will be hosting the multi-agency summit in Merthyr Tydfil to strengthen wildfire prevention and resilience.
We Got This Covered · Oct 19 Canadian military caught in wildfire during training exercise, four dead as flames ‘move a kilometre in 36 seconds’ Multiple others in critical condition.
The Economic Times · Oct 19 Fire at Canada military base kills 4, at least 39 hospitalized including 19 critical Four Canadian service members died and 39 others were injured during live-fire training in Alberta. The fire rapidly spread due to shifting winds, catching soldiers off guard during their exercises. Emergency medical responses involved multiple hospitals treating severe injuries, including burn victims requiring extensive care. The military is investigating the…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 18 Four people killed in ‘violent, fast-moving’ fire at Canadian military base Prime minister Mark Carney describes blaze as ‘one of the worst tragedies for the forces on Canadian soil in peacetime’
The Independent UK · Oct 17 Fire crews battle Southern California blaze that burned 6 homes, led to the evacuation of 16,000 Fire crews in Southern California are working to contain a wind-driven blaze that has charred hills and burned at least six large coastal homes
The Guardian - AU · Oct 17 Most NSW homes destroyed in black summer bushfires were within 100 metres of vegetation Exclusive: Research confirms official advice about high-risk properties and warns worsening conditions will make more homes unsafe
The Independent UK · Oct 16 Southern California homes engulfed in flames as multiple fast-moving fires rage Many Southern California cities experienced coastal erosion from extreme flooding last week