Smokehouse Creek Fire, now the second-largest in U.S. history, combines forces with another blaze, expanding across the Texas Panhandle
The remains of last year’s wildfire season in Canada persist even during the harsh winter. Zombie fires, hidden beneath thick layers of snow, are actively burning at an alarming rate, causing concerns about the potential challenges the upcoming summer might bring.
The 2024 wildfire season will begin in just a few months. A consensus among studies forecasting future fire potential in B.C. agrees that wildfires will persist in their growth throughout the 21st century due to rising temperatures. The record-breaking wildfire season witnessed last year serves as a precursor to a new reality regarding wildfires.
In collaboration with a video game developer, a fire department in North Texas has joined forces to innovate a unique simulator aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of firefighters, potentially contributing to the preservation of lives and property.
A fire retardant that is environmentally friendly has the potential to extend the time for homeowners to evacuate during fires and reduce the ability of flames to spread.
Inspired by his mother, the son of a recently retired Cambridge firefighter is starting on a groundbreaking mission, inspired to create chemical-free gear .
A recent study reveals that the accuracy of government data in British Columbia’s Interior, specifically regarding forest fuel loads, may hinder effective decision-making in wildfire fighting and forest management.
In northern Alberta, concerns have arisen due to an unusually dry winter, sparking fears about a potential issue that has not been historically problematic — drought.
Authorities reported that a house in Virginia exploded as firefighters were responding to a gas leak, resulting in the tragic death of one firefighter and injuries to 10 others.
The council’s emergency preparedness and protective services committee unanimously approved a proposal on Thursday to classify rural Volunteer firefighters as casual part-time employees for the City of Ottawa. The council is anticipated to make the final decision next week. Currently, the city regards them as volunteers until the council formally approves the proposal.