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Wildfire Threatens California's Ancient Sequoia Trees

A rapidly expanding wildfire, fuelled by powerful winds, is menacing California's iconic Giant Sequoia groves. Firefighters are in a critical battle to protect these ancient natural wonders, some over 3,000 years old, from catastrophic damage.

US's New Madrid Fault 'Overdue' for Catastrophic Quake

Geologists issue a stark warning that the New Madrid Seismic Zone, a massive fault line in the US heartland, is overdue for a potentially devastating earthquake that could reshape the landscape and affect millions.

State of Emergency: NT Bushfires Threaten City of Palmerston

A catastrophic bushfire emergency grips the Northern Territory, with the city of Palmerston under immediate threat. Authorities issue urgent evacuation orders as firefighters battle relentless blazes amid soaring temperatures and tinder-dry conditions.

CA Wildfire Survivor's Incredible Act of Kindness

In the ashes of the devastating Eaton wildfire in Altadena, California, a heartwarming story emerges as a local man, who lost his own home, dedicates himself to helping his neighbours recover and rebuild.

Climate Change Blamed for Europe's Deadly Wildfires

A landmark scientific study directly links the devastating wildfires that scorched Southern Europe to human-caused climate change, warning of a new era of 'fire weather' as global temperatures continue to rise.

Europe's Summer Wildfires Break All-Time Record

Europe is battling an unprecedented wildfire crisis this summer, with a record-breaking land area already scorched. Experts warn this is a dire consequence of the climate emergency, with the UK and popular tourist destinations facing severe threats.

Napa Valley Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuations

A rapidly expanding wildfire, the 'Hennessey Fire,' is tearing through Napa County, California, prompting urgent evacuations, threatening homes and vineyards, and casting a dense, hazardous smoke plume over the renowned wine region.

European Wildfires Disrupt UK Holiday Travel

British tourists are urged to check travel advice as intense heat and raging wildfires sweep across popular holiday destinations in Greece, Turkey, and Italy, with extreme weather warnings in place.

Spain's 'Climate Hell': Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez warns of a 'climate crisis' as unprecedented wildfires, fuelled by extreme heat and drought, force mass evacuations across Tenerife and mainland Spain, signalling a new era of environmental emergencies for Europe.

Spain battles wildfires amid Europe heatwave

Fierce wildfires fueled by extreme heat have erupted across Spain, forcing evacuations and threatening homes. The blazes come as a brutal heatwave grips southern Europe, with France and Portugal also on high alert.

Canada Wildfires Spread to New Regions

New wildfires erupt across Canada, forcing evacuations and threatening communities. Authorities warn of worsening conditions as dry weather persists.

Ex-mayor dies defending town from wildfire

A tragic wildfire in Portugal claims the life of a former mayor as he tried to protect his town, while Spain and Greece also face devastating fires amid extreme heat.

First lawsuit filed over Texas flooding tragedy

A devastating flood in Texas has led to the first lawsuit after a woman and her fiancé were tragically washed away from their RV park. Legal action seeks justice for the catastrophic event.

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