Approximately 5,000 homes have been evacuated and around 600 structures, including homes and businesses, have been destroyed by wildfires in eastern Washington state. The fires remain uncontrolled and have consumed over 8.2 square miles (about 21 square kilometers) around Spokane, Washington’s second-largest city. These fires are part of numerous wildfire incidents across the western United...
Spokane Wildfire Threatens Structures and Communities A wildfire near downtown Spokane, Washington, has caused damage to over 600 structures. Officials are actively evaluating the extent of the destruction. The wildfire has spread across 5,390 acres as of Sunday, according to Benjamin Cossel from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, who provided information to NBC News. Current...
Firefighting efforts in Greece faced a severe setback when two helicopters collided midair west of Athens while battling fierce flames. One of the aircraft crashed, showing the heightened risks present as Europe deals with escalating wildfire emergencies. The Greek fire department confirmed the recovery of all four crew members involved, with two found safe and...
Two Greek firefighting helicopters collided midair on Sunday while trying to control a wildfire west of Athens. One of the helicopters crashed, as shown in footage. The Greek fire department recovered the four crew members: two were safe, but two were unconscious. This incident highlights the dangers firefighters face in Europe’s escalating wildfire crises. Strong...
The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that state regulators must reassess a critical permit related to a planned tunnel for an oil pipeline beneath part of the Great Lakes. This 6-1 decision complicates the future of the 73-year-old pipeline owned by Enbridge, a Canadian energy company. The pipeline, known as Line 5, moves petroleum from...
On August 2, 2026, firefighters in Greece struggled to contain a massive wildfire northwest of Athens. Over 100 homes have been destroyed, and a new fire on the island of Kefalonia led to evacuations. This summer, wildfires have erupted across Europe, fueled by record-breaking heatwaves and drought, conditions worsened by climate change. In France and...
State Emergency Declared Due to Wildfires Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has announced a statewide emergency as wildfires rapidly spread. This situation significantly impacts areas like Spokane, where major blazes necessitate evacuations and prompt a substantial emergency response. Old Trails Fire in Spokane The most notable wildfire in the Spokane region is the Old Trails Fire....
Annette Hansen felt distraught upon learning about the federal government’s concerns with Indiana’s wetlands program. As the executive director of Porter County’s Izaak Walton League of America, Hansen has been deeply involved in local conservation efforts. “Especially when you’re somebody who was out here in the trenches trying to take care of just a small...
Europe’s wildfire situation saw significant development recently, with improvements in areas while the threat intensified in Greece. Gale-force winds sparked fires in Greece, affecting coastal resorts and causing evacuations. This situation is reminiscent of the 2018 Mati wildfire, which resulted in 104 fatalities in Greece’s worst blaze this century. Progress in France Firefighters in southwestern...
Philadelphia’s Audubon Discovery Center is a hub for aspiring conservationists and bird enthusiasts. Here, seven-year-old Khalib Townsend meets with mentor Keith Russell, a seasoned conservation scientist. Khalib’s excitement for a rainy day bird walk is palpable, clad in his bright blue waterproof jacket and binoculars. “I just really got interested in birds because I thought...