FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 20 | History Defined

Greenland Wildfires Rage Weeks Early in Unusual Arctic Blaze Spree, Scientists Sound Climate Alarm

Greenland experiences early wildfires, raising concerns about climate change impacts in the Arctic. Scientists note unusual timing and frequency, linking fires to dry conditions and potential human activity.

International Business Times UK · Jun 24

Experts sound alarm as Scottish heatwave shows wildfire 'risk period' is expanding

SCOTLAND'S climate is becoming drier and warmer, resulting in an expanded "risk period" for wildfires alongside the potential health…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 23

2026 Wildfire Smoke Has Already Hit 12 States, and Researchers Link PM2.5 Exposure to Pregnancy and Heart Risks

2026 wildfire season burned 2.4M acres by June — double the 10-year average. Smoke linked to preterm birth, autism risk, and CVD deaths across 30+ states.

Medical Daily · Jun 23

German proverb of the day: 'Crooked logs also make straight fires'

Germany's adage 'crooked logs make straight fires' conveys a powerful message about human potential, reminding us that flaws do not detract from one's worth. It encourages us to utilize what we have rather than wait for perfect conditions, advocating against the tyranny of perfectionism.

The Times of India · Jun 18

Eastern Washington wildfire forces evacuations and destroys homes

High winds drove a wildfire into an eastern Washington neighborhood, forcing the evacuation of about 1,500 people

The Independent UK · Jun 17

Evacuations Ordered As 30-Acre Brush Fire Threatens Homes And Forces Power Shutdowns in Sparks, Nevada

A fast-moving fire in Sparks, Nevada, prompted evacuations and power shut-offs as emergency crews battled to contain the 30-acre blaze threatening nearby homes.

International Business Times UK · Jun 17

Mike Lee's Push To Kill The Roadless Rule Inches Closer to Reality. Passes Committee

Senator Mike Lee (R. Utah) has pushed an amendment into the Wildfire Prevention Act of 2026 that would kill the federal Roadless Rule. This will not mean more OHV trails for recreation.

RideApart · Jun 12

Fire agencies on front foot as dry, warm weather looms

Fire agencies in eastern states are alert to what could be an early start to the season as long range forecasts point to warmer and drier conditions than usual.

AAP · Jun 12

Palisades Fire arson trial begins as prosecutors detail alleged motive

The Palisades Fire ultimately killed 12 people and destroyed thousands of homes as it incinerated hillside neighborhoods in Pacific Palisades and the city of Malibu

The Independent UK · Jun 10

Trial begins for man accused of sparking LA’s deadly Palisades fire

Jonathan Rinderknecht is accused of starting the blaze that became Los Angeles’s deadliest and most destructive wildfire

The Guardian - US · Jun 8