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Study warns of worse bushfires after burn-offs, logging

Researchers say hazard-reduction burns and logging can make forests up to seven times more flammable and it's time to rethink how they're managed.

AAP · Jan 22, 2024

Nova Scotia man charged with starting province’s largest-ever wildfire

Dalton Clark Stewart, 22, accused of lighting Canada’s Barrington Lake fire, which burned for one month in 2023

The Guardian - US · Jan 18, 2024

Canadian man who claimed wildfires were a federal conspiracy admits arson

The country saw record-breaking blazes during the summer and Brian Paré pleaded guilty to lighting more than a dozen fires

The Guardian - US · Jan 16, 2024

Maui wildfires ruined personal treasures. A local jeweler is repairing items for free

The August wildfires on the Hawaiian island erased troves of irreplaceable items — photographs, urns and mementos. One local jewelry store has been trying to help recover what the fires destroyed.

WEKU · Dec 30, 2023

Forest Fires: A Record Year

As the deadliest year this century for forest fires comes to a close, attention is turning to how to prevent such infernos happening again.

International Business Times · Dec 27, 2023

She died weeks after fleeing the Maui wildfire. Her family fought to have her listed as a victim.

A wildfire that tore through the heart of the Hawaii island of Maui this summer showed how older residents are at particular risk from disasters

The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2023

In the middle of winter, Bandipur braces for fire season during summer in Karnataka

Bandipur Tiger Reserve prepares for forest fires with fire lines & 475 temporary watchers to prevent spread of flames.

The Hindu · Dec 26, 2023

Fire crews tackle huge blaze in Northumberland village on Christmas Eve

Flames could be seen almost five miles awat, resident says

The Independent UK · Dec 25, 2023

Blaze brought under control after destroying WA homes

Two homes have been destroyed by a blaze south of Perth as firefighters warn residents to remain vigilant for bushfire threats.

AAP · Dec 23, 2023

Two more homes lost as WA bushfire threat continues

Multiple blazes across Western Australia are testing firefighters, with authorities warning there are more "difficult" days ahead.

AAP · Dec 22, 2023