The best way to measure fire risk might be underground

When fire risk is high, Arizonans know the major warning signs: hot temperatures, low humidity and lots of wind.

Oregon adds 800 personnel to wildfire fights across the state

Multiple wildfires are burning across Oregon, prompting the addition of over 800 firefighting personnel. Several large fires, ...
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Prepare Land and Livestock for Wildfire Season

Attune your senses to early wildfire signals and take steps to prepare livestock and your homestead so you’re ready.

Could You Survive a Wildfire? 10 Lessons from Veteran Firefighters That Could Save Your Life.

If you're trapped by a backcountry blaze, minutes matter. Veteran fire experts Bill Kaage and Riva Duncan share the essential ...
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Greek Fire, Which Burned on Water, Was the Most Devastating Weapon in the Eastern Roman Empire. But What Was It?

Before modern weapons of mass destruction, there was Greek fire (ignis graecus). This was the term medieval Crusaders applied ...

Africa's wildfire season is actually getting shorter, scientists think they know why

Africa is home to around 70% of the world's burned area—the total area of land scorched by wildfires each year—making it the ...
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Dry Canyon fire burns outbuilding in Redmond

A fast-moving fire in downtown Redmond burned through Dry Canyon Park on Friday, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. According to Redmond Fire & Rescue crews, the brush fire started about 4:30 p.m.
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Lower Dry Creek Fire in Umatiilla County 100% contained, all evacuation orders lifted

All evacuation levels have been removed, according to the Umatilla County Sheriff's Office. The fire, which is 100% contained, transitioned to local fire jurisdiction Sunday afternoon. UPDATE: July 18 ...

Lower Dry Creek Fire forces evacuation of Weston and surrounding areas in Umatilla County

Residents are under evacuation orders due to a fire burning south of the Milton-Free water area. A shelter is open at Athena ...
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Crews battle dry conditions, strong winds as Cottonwood Fire grows to more than 92,000 acres

MARYSVALE, Piute County — Ground crews continue to try to build a defensive fire line on Saturday to protect communities on the east side of the Cottonwood Fire in Piute County. Meantime, the fire ...
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Wildfire latest: Firefighters hold Dry Creek Fire steady, containment grows to 35 percent

RIFLE, Colo. (KKCO) — Yesterday’s efforts and a rainy night helped firefighters keep the Dry Creek Fire suppressed, with no growth overnight. The fire remained at 316 acres and containment grew to 35 ...
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Wildfire Latest: Firefighters hold Dry Creek Fire steady, containment grows to 35 percent

RIFLE, Colo. (KJCT) — Yesterday’s efforts and a rainy night helped firefighters keep the Dry Creek Fire suppressed, with no growth overnight. The fire remained at 316 acres and containment grew to 35 ...