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US: Time-Lapse Shows Massive Smoke From Babylon Fire in Utah

This time-lapse, filmed on Monday, July 6, shows massive smoke rising from the Babylon Fire burning near Monticello, Utah. The fire grew to 101,073 acres and reached 11% containment by Wednesday, with more than 1,353 personnel deployed to fight it. Five structures have been destroyed, and the cause remains under investigation.

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China: Helmet Cam Captures Firefighter Battling Blaze in Guangdong

A helmet camera captured a Chinese firefighter pushing into a burning building in Guangdong on January 4, 2026, advancing through thick smoke and intense heat during a dangerous rescue. The footage shows flames, drifting embers, and controlled hose bursts as the team works to bring the fire under control.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

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Japan: Massive Fire Rages in Oita, Leaving 1 Dead and Over 170 Buildings Damaged 2

A massive fire broke out in a residential area of Oita, in the Kyushu region, on Tuesday night, November 18, with local authorities reporting one man in his 70s missing, over 170 buildings damaged, and 350 homes without power. Firefighters have been battling the blaze as the prefecture prepares to request disaster relief from the Self-Defense Forces. Authorities have confirmed the death of one person, whose gender has not been identified, found among the burnt remains.

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Japan: Massive Fire Rages in Oita, Leaving 1 Missing and Over 170 Buildings Damaged

A massive fire broke out in a residential area of Oita, in the Kyushu region, on Tuesday night, November 18, with local authorities reporting one man in his 70s missing, over 170 buildings damaged, and 350 homes without power. Firefighters have been battling the blaze as the prefecture prepares to request disaster relief from the Self-Defense Forces.

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France: Massive Tire Fire Sends Toxic Smoke Over Nice and Airport

Thick toxic smoke covered Nice’s west side and the airport overnight after a tire warehouse and several cars caught fire late Thursday, August 14. Around 80 firefighters responded, evacuating nearby residents and closing roads while battling the blaze, which was brought under control in the early hours. No injuries were reported, though residents described a strong, acrid smell and loud explosions.

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Forest Fire Burns 13000 Hectares - France

Handout photo gathered on August 8 shows Canadair battling a forest fire burning intensely in the Aude region of France between August 5-7 2025. The blaze, first reported active that day, remained uncontrolled for more than 48 hours despite the deployment of over 1,000 firefighters and several Canadair aircrafts. By August 8, it had swept across more than 16,000 hectares, burning 13,000 of them, and caused one death and 18 injuries. Authorities have since reported that the fire is under control, though it remains active. Photo by Stevan Frant/Protection Civile via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire Burns 13000 Hectares - France

Handout photo gathered on August 8 shows two French firemen and their car battling a forest fire burning intensely in the Aude region of France between August 5-7 2025. The blaze, first reported active that day, remained uncontrolled for more than 48 hours despite the deployment of over 1,000 firefighters and several Canadair aircrafts. By August 8, it had swept across more than 16,000 hectares, burning 13,000 of them, and caused one death and 18 injuries. Authorities have since reported that the fire is under control, though it remains active. Photo by Stevan Frant/Protection Civile via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Forest Fire Burns 13000 Hectares - France

Handout photo gathered on August 8 shows Canadair aircrafts battling a forest fire burning intensely in the Aude region of France, near Ribaute, on August 5, 2025. The blaze, first reported active that day, remained uncontrolled for more than 48 hours despite the deployment of over 1,000 firefighters and several Canadair aircrafts. By August 8, it had swept across more than 16,000 hectares, burning 13,000 of them, and caused one death and 18 injuries. Authorities have since reported that the fire is under control, though it remains active. Photo by Laetitia Peltier/Protection Civile via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Portugal: Firefighters Battle Major Wildfires Amid Scorching Heat and High Winds

More than 1,500 firefighters are battling several wildfires across Portugal, with the most severe blazes reported in Arouca, Ponte da Barca, Penamacor, and Mangualde. In Penamacor (Castelo Branco), more than 400 firefighters and five aircraft are working to contain the flames. Strong winds, rugged terrain, and soaring temperatures—reaching up to 40°C—are complicating efforts. Nearly all of mainland Portugal remains under high or maximum fire risk alerts.

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US: Monroe Canyon Fire Grows to 20,000 Acres, Prompts Evacuations in Utah

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County, Utah, has burned over 20,000 acres since July 13 and is just 13% contained as of Sunday, July 27. Evacuations have been ordered for several mountain communities, including Long Flat, Deep Lake, and Elk Country Cabins. Firefighters are battling tough conditions with high winds, dry fuels, and steep terrain. Nearly 1,000 personnel are on scene, and officials say parts of the fire remain “dicey” due to spot fires and fatigue among crews.

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Turkey: Sakarya Forest Fire Forces Evacuations, Spreads Toward Bilecik

A forest fire in Geyve, Sakarya Province, northwestern Turkey, forced the evacuation of the Hacılar and Taşoluk neighborhoods. The blaze, which has burned around 1,500 hectares, is partly contained but has spread to Osmaneli district, Bilecik Province. Fire crews are battling the flames by land and air, while residents move their belongings to safety.

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Turkey: Wildfires Trigger Evacuations in Çanakkale and Tekirdağ

Wildfires broke out in Çanakkale’s Ayvacık and Tekirdağ’s Şarköy districts, damaging homes, livestock, and historical sites. In Ayvacık, fires spread to nearby villages, prompting evacuations and damaging a mosque and a geothermal plant. In Tekirdağ, a fast-moving fire crossed into Çanakkale province, forcing evacuations in several villages. Hundreds of firefighters, vehicles, and aircraft are battling the flames in both regions.

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63 Hospitalized After Malaysia Pipeline Fire - Malaysia

This photo taken on April 1, 2025 shows the site of a gas pipeline fire in Puchong district, Selangor state, Malaysia. A total of 112 people have been affected by the gas pipeline fire, with 63 requiring hospitalization, local police said following a huge gas pipeline fire early Tuesday in Selangor state near the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. Firefighters are battling the fire in Puchong district in Selangor after receiving a distress call at 8:23 a.m. local time on Tuesday. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on April 1, 2025. Photo by Chong Voon Chung/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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63 Hospitalized After Malaysia Pipeline Fire - Malaysia

This photo taken on April 1, 2025 shows the site of a gas pipeline fire in Puchong district, Selangor state, Malaysia. A total of 112 people have been affected by the gas pipeline fire, with 63 requiring hospitalization, local police said following a huge gas pipeline fire early Tuesday in Selangor state near the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. Firefighters are battling the fire in Puchong district in Selangor after receiving a distress call at 8:23 a.m. local time on Tuesday. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on April 1, 2025. Photo by Chong Voon Chung/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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63 Hospitalized After Malaysia Pipeline Fire - Malaysia

An aerial drone photo taken on April 1, 2025 shows the site of a gas pipeline fire in Puchong district, Selangor state, Malaysia. A total of 112 people have been affected by the gas pipeline fire, with 63 requiring hospitalization, local police said following a huge gas pipeline fire early Tuesday in Selangor state near the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. Firefighters are battling the fire in Puchong district in Selangor after receiving a distress call at 8:23 a.m. local time on Tuesday. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on April 1, 2025. Photo by Chong Voon Chung/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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63 Hospitalized After Malaysia Pipeline Fire - Malaysia

An aerial drone photo taken on April 1, 2025 shows the site of a gas pipeline fire in Puchong district, Selangor state, Malaysia. A total of 112 people have been affected by the gas pipeline fire, with 63 requiring hospitalization, local police said following a huge gas pipeline fire early Tuesday in Selangor state near the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur. Firefighters are battling the fire in Puchong district in Selangor after receiving a distress call at 8:23 a.m. local time on Tuesday. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on April 1, 2025. Photo by Chong Voon Chung/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Jennings Creek Wildfire Spreads Along NJ-NY Border 2

The Jennings Creek fire continues to spread along the border of Passaic County, New Jersey, and Orange County, New York. As of Monday afternoon, November 11, the fire had scorched 5,000 acres and was 20 percent contained. An 18-year-old employee of New York State Parks was tragically killed on Saturday when a tree fell on him while he was battling the blaze.

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US: Jennings Creek Wildfire Spreads Along NJ-NY Border

The Jennings Creek fire continues to spread along the border of Passaic County, New Jersey, and Orange County, New York. As of Monday afternoon, November 11, the fire had scorched 5,000 acres and was 20 percent contained. An 18-year-old employee of New York State Parks was tragically killed on Saturday when a tree fell on him while he was battling the blaze.

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China: Student Battles Typhoon Connie’s Powerful Winds On Her Way To Class

On October 31, 2024, as Typhoon Connie reached Jinshan District in Shanghai, a female university student was caught battling the strong winds with her umbrella while heading to class. The video captured her humorous struggle as she tried to maintain her balance while walking against the fierce winds. Despite her best efforts to shield herself with the umbrella, the gusts proved too powerful, flipping it inside out. According to Shanghai Release, from the evening of October 31 to November 1, Shanghai experienced heavy rainfall, with precipitation ranging from 120 to 180 millimeters across the city. In the southeastern part of the city, rainfall could reach between 220 and 280 millimeters, with hourly rainfall expected to range from 40 to 70 millimeters. Typhoon Connie is projected to bring the heaviest November rainfall since 1981. The storm unleashed torrential downpours and strong winds, causing flooding in various areas. The fire department was deployed to manage the situation and help mitigate the typhoon’s impact on residents.

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240812) -- BEIJING, Aug. 12, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Local residents and firefighters are seen at the site of a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on Aug. 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Marios Lolos)

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Wildfires Rage Near Athens - Greece

A firefighter tries to extinguish wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on August 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Rage Near Athens - Greece

A car (lower left corner) catches fire during a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on August 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Rage Near Athens - Greece

Local residents and firefighters are seen at the site of a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on August 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Rage Near Athens - Greece

A house catches fire during a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on August 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Rage Near Athens - Greece

Smoke rises from a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on August 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Chen Gang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfires Rage Near Athens - Greece

Firefighters are seen at the site of a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on August 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Marios Lolos/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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GREECE-ATHENS-WILDFIRE

(240812) -- ATHENS, Aug. 12, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A car (lower left corner) catches fire during a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on Aug. 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Marios Lolos)

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GREECE-ATHENS-WILDFIRE

(240812) -- ATHENS, Aug. 12, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A house catches fire during a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on Aug. 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Marios Lolos)

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GREECE-ATHENS-WILDFIRE

(240812) -- ATHENS, Aug. 12, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A firefighter tries to extinguish wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on Aug. 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Marios Lolos)

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GREECE-ATHENS-WILDFIRE

(240812) -- ATHENS, Aug. 12, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Firefighters are seen at the site of a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on Aug. 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Marios Lolos)

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GREECE-ATHENS-WILDFIRE

(240812) -- ATHENS, Aug. 12, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Local residents and firefighters are seen at the site of a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on Aug. 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Marios Lolos)

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GREECE-ATHENS-WILDFIRE

(240812) -- ATHENS, Aug. 12, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Smoke rises from a wildfire in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, Greece, on Aug. 11, 2024. Greek firefighters were battling a major wildfire for several hours on Sunday near Athens, which has forced the evacuation of five settlements, the Fire Brigade said. Five residents among the evacuees were transferred to hospitals with minor injuries, mostly from respiratory problems due to smoke inhalation, said Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. The fire broke out around 3 p.m. local time in Varnavas, around 35 km from Athens, in the northeastern Attica region near Marathon. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Gang)

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 25, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fires Rage Across US West

Handout photo shows firefighters battling against to flames on July 26, 2024 in California, USA. California's largest active fire exploded in size on Friday evening, growing rapidly amid bone-dry fuel and threatening thousands of homes as firefighters scrambled to meet the danger. The Park Fire's intensity and rapid spread led fire officials to make unwelcome comparisons to the monstrous Camp Fire, which burned out of control in nearby Paradise in 2018, killing 85 people and torching 11,000 homes. More than 130 structures have been destroyed by this fire so far, and thousands more remain threatened. It stood at 374 square miles (967 square kilometers) on Friday night and was moving fast after igniting Wednesday when a man pushed a burning car into a gully in Chico, authorities said, and then calmly blended in with others fleeing the scene. Photo by Cal Fire via ABACAPRESS.COM