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Chile: Deadly Wildfires Kill at Least 19, Destroy Hundreds of Homes 2

Deadly wildfires in southern Chile have killed at least 19 people and destroyed hundreds of homes, as strong winds and warm temperatures continue to fuel the blazes in the Ñuble and Biobío regions. Authorities have declared disaster zones and deployed soldiers, while firefighters battle ongoing and newly ignited fires.

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Chile: Deadly Wildfires Kill at Least 19, Destroy Hundreds of Homes

Deadly wildfires in southern Chile have killed at least 19 people and destroyed hundreds of homes, as strong winds and warm temperatures continue to fuel the blazes in the Ñuble and Biobío regions. Authorities have declared disaster zones and deployed soldiers, while firefighters battle ongoing and newly ignited fires.

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Chile: 19 Dead, Over 50,000 Evacuated as Wildfires Threaten Concepción

On Sunday, January 18, Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe across two regions as deadly wildfires claimed at least 19 lives. More than 50,000 people have been evacuated from the Ñuble and Biobío regions. President Boric warned that the death toll is expected to rise as search teams reach devastated areas. Blistering heat and strong winds have severely hampered firefighting efforts, with temperatures soaring to 100°F (38°C) on Sunday, January 18.

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Japan: Uncontained Forest Fire Expands Across Mount Ougiyama in Yamanashi

The forest fire on Mount Ougiyama in Yamanashi Prefecture scorched approximately 383 hectares since it first ignited on January 8. While authorities lifted evacuation orders for local residents on Sunday, January 18, the blaze remains uncontained with no reported injuries.

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Japan: Uncontained Forest Fire Expands Across Mount Ougiyama in Yamanashi 2

The forest fire on Mount Ougiyama in Yamanashi Prefecture scorched approximately 383 hectares since it first ignited on January 8. While authorities lifted evacuation orders for local residents on Sunday, January 18, the blaze remains uncontained with no reported injuries.

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Mexico: Forest Fire Burns Dozens of Hectares in Arriaga, Chiapas

A forest fire broke out in Arriaga, Chiapas, on Wednesday, January 14, amid wind gusts of up to 33 km/h, burning dozens of hectares.

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Australia: Three Missing in Victoria as Heatwave Fuels Catastrophic Fire Conditions

Three people, including a child, have been reported missing after a home burned down in Longwood on Friday, January 9, as catastrophic bushfires sweep through Victoria and South Australia. Authorities remain on high alert with dozens of towns under threat and multiple properties already destroyed by the out-of-control blazes.

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US: Wind-Fueled Wildfire Forces Evacuations Near Broomfield-Boulder Line

A wildfire fueled by strong winds triggered evacuation orders on Monday afternoon, January 5, for neighborhoods near the Broomfield-Boulder county line, leading to the closure of Highway 287. There were no immediate reports of any injuries.

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Chile: Wildfire Burns Hundreds of Hectares in Las Condes, Santiago

A wildfire broke out on Monday, December 29, 2025, in the San Carlos de Apoquindo area of Las Condes, northeastern Santiago, prompting a large emergency response. The blaze, known as Plaza Sur, has burned at least 470 hectares near the Claro Arena stadium, though no homes or critical infrastructure have been affected. Strong winds and limited water access have hampered firefighting efforts, but authorities say the fire’s intensity is decreasing while containment work continues.

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Australia: Disaster Declared After Fast-Moving Bushfire Devastates NSW Central Coast

A fast-moving bushfire tore through Koolewong in New South Wales on Saturday, December 6, destroying at least 12 homes. Natural disasters were declared in six areas as more than 20 fires still remained uncontained across the state.

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Mexico: Fire Erupts on Cerro del Tepeyac in Mexico City

A wildfire broke out on the Cerro del Tepeyac in the Sierra de Guadalupe, near Avenida Cantera in Gustavo A. Madero, Mexico City, on the night of Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The fire, also known locally as "El Gachupín," was reported by residents on social media to affect areas near Martín Carrera and La Villa. Emergency services responded and managed to control the blaze. Authorities are investigating the cause to determine whether it was deliberately set.

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US: Pack Fire Burns Nearly 2,000 Acres in Mono County, California

A wildfire in Mono County, California, destroyed more that two dozen structures and burned 1,974 acres near McGee Creek Road and Highway 395. The Pack Fire, which started on November 13, prompted mandatory evacuations in Long Valley and McGee Creek, affecting around 1,800 residents, while nearby communities remained under warnings. As of the evening of November 17, the fire was 83% contained, with 614 firefighters and multiple air tankers deployed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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US: Massive Field Fire Rages in Illinois, Smoke Visible for Miles

A massive fire broke out in a bean field in Ford County, Illinois, on Sunday, October 5, sending smoke visible for miles. At least 40 fire departments battled the blaze, and no injuries were reported.

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US: California’s Garnet Fire Burns 57,000 Acres in Sierra Nevada, Forces Evacuations

The Garnet Fire, sparked by lightning on August 24 in the Sierra National Forest near Garnet Dike, central California has burned about 57,000 acres and is 15% contained. Fire activity remains intense, particularly on the northwestern front, where crews are struggling with steep terrain that limits the use of heavy equipment. Mandatory evacuation orders are in place for multiple zones, with warnings in surrounding areas. Road closures affect McKinley Grove Road and sections of Trimmer Springs Road.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 6

A brush fire broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to more than 500 acres.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California 3

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 49,000 acres as of Monday, September 8, despite the dedication of over 2,000 firefighters.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California 2

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 49,000 acres as of Monday, September 8, despite the dedication of over 2,000 firefighters.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 4

A brush fire broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to more than 500 acres and was 20% contained as of the morning on Sunday.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 5

A brush fire broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to more than 500 acres and was 20% contained as of the morning on Sunday.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 2

A brush fire that broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to 200 acres.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County 3

A brush fire that broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and quickly grew to 200 acres.

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US: Garnet Fire Continues to Rage, Burning Nearly 34,000 Acres in California

The Garnet Fire, that was started on August 24, continued to rage in the Sierra National Forest in Fresno County, burning nearly 34,000 acres as of Friday, September 5, despite the dedication of over 1,000 firefighters.

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Canada: Residents Urged to Avoid Area as Wildfire Burns Near Lavington

A wildfire broke out near Lavington, British Columbia, and grew to an estimated 50 hectares in size. Fire crews continued their air and ground attack, as the Regional District of North Okanagan urged residents to avoid the Noble Canyon and Becker Lake/Bardolph areas.

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US: Evacuations Ordered as Pyrite Fire Erupts in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County

A brush fire that broke out in Jurupa Valley on Friday, September 5, prompting evacuations for nearby areas. The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, erupted around 5:20 p.m. and grew to 140 acres.

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Spain: Two Wildfires Erupt in Málaga in a Single Day

Wildfires broke out in the province of Malaga on Monday, September 1. Just hours after a fire was reported in Benalmádena, another blaze ignited in the Monte Coronado area.

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Spain: Second Wildfire Breaks Out in Málaga’s Monte Coronado

On Monday, September 1, a second forest fire of the day broke out in the province of Málaga. After a fire in Benalmádena was reported, the new blaze broke out in the capital’s Monte Coronado area.

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Spain: Forest Fire Breaks Out Near Granada City, Forcing Highway Closure 3

A forest fire broke out late Saturday, August 23, near the Fuente de la Bicha area between Granada city and Cenes de la Vega. The blaze produced a large smoke column visible across the city and forced the temporary closure of the A-395 highway. According to officials, firefighters have stabilized the fire, which is no longer spreading with active fronts.

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Spain: Forest Fire Breaks Out Near Granada City, Forcing Highway Closure 4

A forest fire broke out late Saturday, August 23, near the Fuente de la Bicha area between Granada city and Cenes de la Vega. The blaze produced a large smoke column visible across the city and forced the temporary closure of the A-395 highway. According to officials, firefighters have stabilized the fire, which is no longer spreading with active fronts.

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Spain: Forest Fire Breaks Out Near Granada City, Forcing Highway Closure 5

A forest fire broke out late Saturday, August 23, near the Fuente de la Bicha area between Granada city and Cenes de la Vega. The blaze produced a large smoke column visible across the city and forced the temporary closure of the A-395 highway. According to officials, firefighters have stabilized the fire, which is no longer spreading with active fronts.

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Spain: Forest Fire Breaks Out Near Granada City, Forcing Highway Closure 2

A forest fire broke out late Saturday, August 23, near the Fuente de la Bicha area between Granada city and Cenes de la Vega. The blaze produced a large smoke column visible across the city and forced the temporary closure of the A-395 highway. According to officials, firefighters have stabilized the fire, which is no longer spreading with active fronts.

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Turkey: Wildfire Breaks Out in Pamukkale, Denizli 3

A wildfire broke out in the forested area of Cankurtaran neighborhood in Pamukkale, Denizli on August 23, along the Denizli–Antalya highway. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Firefighting efforts include 3 planes, 11 helicopters, 50 fire trucks, 2 construction vehicles, and 307 personnel working on the ground and from the air. The flames spread quickly due to hot weather and wind, reaching forested areas, but no residential areas were immediately threatened.

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Spain: Forest Fire Breaks Out Near Granada City, Forcing Highway Closure

A forest fire broke out late Saturday, August 23, near the Fuente de la Bicha area between Granada city and Cenes de la Vega. The blaze produced a large smoke column visible across the city and forced the temporary closure of the A-395 highway. According to officials, firefighters have stabilized the fire, which is no longer spreading with active fronts.

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Turkey: Wildfire Breaks Out in Pamukkale, Denizli

A wildfire broke out in the forested area of Cankurtaran neighborhood in Pamukkale, Denizli on August 23, along the Denizli–Antalya highway. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Firefighting efforts include 3 planes, 11 helicopters, 50 fire trucks, 2 construction vehicles, and 307 personnel working on the ground and from the air. The flames spread quickly due to hot weather and wind, reaching forested areas, but no residential areas were immediately threatened.

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Turkey: Wildfire Breaks Out in Pamukkale, Denizli 2

A wildfire broke out in the forested area of Cankurtaran neighborhood in Pamukkale, Denizli on August 23, along the Denizli–Antalya highway. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. Firefighting efforts include 3 planes, 11 helicopters, 50 fire trucks, 2 construction vehicles, and 307 personnel working on the ground and from the air. The flames spread quickly due to hot weather and wind, reaching forested areas, but no residential areas were immediately threatened.

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Turkey: Forest Fire Breaks Out in Mengen, Bolu, Burning 20 Hectares

A forest fire broke out in Mengen, Bolu Province, on August 20. It has been partially brought under control, with 20 hectares affected. No injuries have been reported as of this writing.

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US: Coyote Fire Spreads in El Dorado County, California

The Coyote Fire started on August 20, 2025, around 2:16 p.m., near Cedar Creek Road and Coyoteville Lane in Somerset, located in El Dorado County, California. By approximately 7 p.m., the wildfire had burned around 400 acres, rapidly spreading from an initial 60 acres earlier in the afternoon. Cal Fire reports evacuation warnings are in place for areas including Omo Ranch Road to Farnham Ridge Road, cautioning that the situation may escalate to mandatory evacuation.

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US: Coyote Fire Spreads in El Dorado County, California 2

The Coyote Fire started on August 20, 2025, around 2:16 p.m., near Cedar Creek Road and Coyoteville Lane in Somerset, located in El Dorado County, California. By approximately 7 p.m., the wildfire had burned around 400 acres, rapidly spreading from an initial 60 acres earlier in the afternoon. Cal Fire reports evacuation warnings are in place for areas including Omo Ranch Road to Farnham Ridge Road, cautioning that the situation may escalate to mandatory evacuation.

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RECAP: Buckley Draw Fire Rages Near Provo, Utah

The Buckley Draw Fire broke out on the mountainside south of Slate Canyon in Provo, Utah, around 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2025. The fire quickly grew, reaching an estimated 427 acres by Tuesday, August 20, mainly spreading along the east flank at the top of Buckley Mountain. Steep terrain and active flames have made containment difficult. Evacuation warnings remain for nearby residents, and trails in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest are closed. Fire crews are making progress, with aircraft supporting suppression efforts. No injuries have been reported.

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Spain: New Fire Breaks Out Between Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos, After Deadly Blaze

A new wildfire erupted between Colmenar Viejo and Tres Cantos in the Community of Madrid, on Monday, August 18, a week after a deadly blaze, forcing the evacuation of isolated houses. The fire was declared a level 1 emergency, prompting the closure of parts of M-104 highway.

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US: Wildfire Breaks Out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah 3

A wildfire broke out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah on Sunday, August 17, reaching 400 acres. Provo City urged the public to stay away and not fly drones so first responders can operate safely.

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US: Wildfire Breaks Out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah 2

A wildfire broke out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah on Sunday, August 17, reaching 400 acres. Provo City urged the public to stay away and not fly drones so first responders can operate safely.

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US: Wildfire Breaks Out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah

A wildfire broke out in Buckley Draw Canyon, Utah on Sunday, August 17, reaching 400 acres. Provo City urged the public to stay away and not fly drones so first responders can operate safely.

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Spain: Wildfire Rages in Herradón de Pinares, Ávila, Burning Nearly 3,000 Hectares

A wildfire that broke out in El Herradón de Pinares, Ávila, on Friday, August 15, has burned nearly 3,000 hectares. The blaze was upgraded to a level 2 of the Potential Severity Index (IGR) when the fire started, but has since been downgraded to level 1. The probable cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

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A Biodiversity Center To Safeguard Over 13M Specimens - Canberra

This file photo taken on July 9, 2025 shows an insect specimen as part of the Australian National Insect Collection in Canberra, capital of Australia. Australia's national science agency has opened a biodiversity center to safeguard over 13 million specimens. The new building, named Diversity, in the capital Canberra, unites the Australian National Wildlife Collection and the Australian National Insect Collection under one roof in temperature-controlled, bushfire- and pest-resistant vaults, according to a statement released Thursday by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO). Photo by CSIRO/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Biodiversity Center To Safeguard Over 13M Specimens - Canberra

This file photo taken on June 13, 2025 shows a drawer of beetle specimens as part of the Australian National Insect Collection in Canberra, capital of Australia. Australia's national science agency has opened a biodiversity center to safeguard over 13 million specimens. The new building, named Diversity, in the capital Canberra, unites the Australian National Wildlife Collection and the Australian National Insect Collection under one roof in temperature-controlled, bushfire- and pest-resistant vaults, according to a statement released Thursday by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO). Photo by CSIRO/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Biodiversity Center To Safeguard Over 13M Specimens - Canberra

This file photo taken on Aug. 28, 2015 shows bird specimens as part of the Australian National Wildlife Collection in Canberra, capital of Australia. Australia's national science agency has opened a biodiversity center to safeguard over 13 million specimens. The new building, named Diversity, in the capital Canberra, unites the Australian National Wildlife Collection and the Australian National Insect Collection under one roof in temperature-controlled, bushfire- and pest-resistant vaults, according to a statement released Thursday by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO). Photo by CSIRO/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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A Biodiversity Center To Safeguard Over 13M Specimens - Canberra

This file photo taken on July 9, 2025 shows specimens of bird egg clutches as part of the Australian National Wildlife Collection in Canberra, capital of Australia. Australia's national science agency has opened a biodiversity center to safeguard over 13 million specimens. The new building, named Diversity, in the capital Canberra, unites the Australian National Wildlife Collection and the Australian National Insect Collection under one roof in temperature-controlled, bushfire- and pest-resistant vaults, according to a statement released Thursday by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO). Photo by CSIRO/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Spain: Wildfire Near Madrid Kills One, Forces 180 Evacuations Amid Record Heatwave 4

A wildfire that broke out on Monday, August 11, near Madrid in the Tres Cantos area, killed one person and forced the evacuation of 180 residents. The blaze, fueled by a record-breaking heatwave affecting Spain and Portugal, burned fiercely amid extreme temperatures reaching up to 44°C. Emergency crews worked through the night to control the fire located 23 km north of Madrid. A man severely burned on 98% of his body was airlifted to La Paz hospital but later died. Regional authorities reported Tuesday that firefighters had contained the wildfire.

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Spain: Wildfire Near Madrid Kills One, Forces 180 Evacuations Amid Record Heatwave 2

A wildfire that broke out on Monday, August 11, near Madrid in the Tres Cantos area, killed one person and forced the evacuation of 180 residents. The blaze, fueled by a record-breaking heatwave affecting Spain and Portugal, burned fiercely amid extreme temperatures reaching up to 44°C. Emergency crews worked through the night to control the fire located 23 km north of Madrid. A man severely burned on 98% of his body was airlifted to La Paz hospital but later died. Regional authorities reported Tuesday that firefighters had contained the wildfire.

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Spain: Wildfire Near Madrid Kills One, Forces 180 Evacuations Amid Record Heatwave 3

A wildfire that broke out on Monday, August 11, near Madrid in the Tres Cantos area, killed one person and forced the evacuation of 180 residents. The blaze, fueled by a record-breaking heatwave affecting Spain and Portugal, burned fiercely amid extreme temperatures reaching up to 44°C. Emergency crews worked through the night to control the fire located 23 km north of Madrid. A man severely burned on 98% of his body was airlifted to La Paz hospital but later died. Regional authorities reported Tuesday that firefighters had contained the wildfire.