Greek forest fire destroys houses near Athens, residents urged to flee
Hundreds of firefighters in Greece are busy trying to contain a massive forest fire that broke out near Athens over the weekend, with authorities urging residents to seek safety as the flames destroy homes and scorch trees along the historic…
Weather will impact efforts to contain Lower Fire and Park Fire
Watch: Rescue workers save dog and puppies from park fire A Rottweiler and her four puppies were airlifted to safety by helicopter after being trapped in a truck for three days during the raging Park Fire in California. Gusty winds…
Evacuation orders and warnings issued near Redding
Firefighters respond to a vegetation fire that broke out Saturday afternoon in the 1600 block of Lower Springs Road and Eureka Way west of Redding. The Lower Fire is burning at a moderate rate of spread. Multiple emergency responders, including…
Iconic banyan tree recovers one year after Maui wildfires
There is hope again on Maui, which was devastated by fire. An iconic 151-year-old banyan tree on the island is recovering a year after it was scorched in last year’s Hawaiian island wildfires. Thanks to the work of dedicated arborists,…
Marin fire protection grants lead to important safety prep work – Marin Independent Journal
As Marin voters considered the proposed wildfire protection tax measure, the question arose as to what should happen to those who, whether due to age, income or both, could not bring their homes up to recommended fire safety standards. Supporters…
Smokey Bear turns 80 – US Forest Service places emphasis on fire protection at the celebration
NORTHSTATE, California — Friday, August 9, 2024, marks Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday. The U.S. Forest Service wants to emphasize the importance of fire protection in national forests during this fire season. It is important that everyone be mindful of the…
Fire truck stolen in Redding while working on park fire
Tips for finding the right caravan for your next road trip This video provides important tips for choosing the best travel trailers for road trips across the United States. This video was created by Wochit AI. For two years, Judah…
How Lahaina’s 150-year-old banyan tree is coming back to life after a devastating fire
LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — When a deadly forest fire When a fire swept through Lahaina, Maui, last August, the wall of flames scorched the 151-year-old banyan tree along the historic town’s Front Street. But the sprawling tree survived the blaze,…
How Lahaina’s 150-year-old banyan tree is coming back to life after a devastating fire
LAHAINA, Hawaii — When a devastating wildfire raged through Lahaina, Maui, last August, the wall of flames scorched the 151-year-old banyan tree along the historic town’s Front Street. But the sprawling tree survived the blaze, and thanks to the efforts…
