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.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

Night Economy for Cultural and Tourism Consumption

SHANGHAI, CHINA - OCTOBER 6, 2025 - Suzhou Creek Riverside Historical Building Art Projection Show in Shanghai, China on October 6th, 2025.

Fish Swimming Upstream in The Ganaraska River - Ontario

Fish Swimming Upstream in The Ganaraska River - Ontario

A fish tries to jump over a fish ladder in the Bowmanville Creek during its migration to the spawning grounds in Clarington, Ontario, Canada, September 10, 2025. Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Fish Swimming Upstream in The Ganaraska River - Ontario

Fish Swimming Upstream in The Ganaraska River - Ontario

People watch fish swim upstream in the Bowmanville Creek during their migration to the spawning grounds in Clarington, Ontario, Canada, September 10, 2025. Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

RECAP: Wall of Dust Engulfs Arizona, Disrupting Travel and Power

On August 25, a massive dust storm, known as a haboob, swept across Arizona, plunging cities into near-total darkness and sending residents scrambling for safety. Fierce winds toppled trees, disrupted power across Maricopa County, and caused widespread flight delays at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, while the swirling clouds of dust infiltrated homes, cars, and streets, creating an apocalyptic scene across the state.

US: Haboob Hits Phoenix, Causes Airport Damage and Power Outages 6

A massive haboob rolled through the Phoenix area on Monday, August 25, as monsoon storms swept across Arizona. Thousands were left without power across the area, and portions of the roof at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport were damaged, causing flight delays and prompting an evacuation at the FAA Tower.

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.

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.

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Millworker Kayne Osland looks across the Alberni Inlet with his dog Meara towards the Mount Underwood wildfire while camping at the Macktush Creek Campsite, off Canal Main Rd., south of Port Alberni, B.C., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and smoke from the Mount Underwood wildfire can be seen from across the Alberni Inlet at the Macktush Creek Campsite, south of Port Alberni, B.C., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

A staff member at the Macktush Creek Campsite points across the Alberni Inlet towards the Mount Underwood wildfire, south of Port Alberni, B.C., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and smoke from the Mount Underwood wildfire can be seen from across the Alberni Inlet at the Macktush Creek Campsite, off Canal Main Rd., south of Port Alberni, B.C., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Millworker Kayne Osland looks across the Alberni Inlet with his dog Meara towards Mount Underwood while camping at the Macktush Creek Campsite, off Canal Main Rd., south of Port Alberni, B.C., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and smoke from the Underood Mountain wildfire can be seen from across the Alberni Inlet at the Macktush Creek Campsite, off Canal Main Rd., south of Port Alberni, B.C., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

Rain and Smoke from South of Port Alberni - Canada

A Macktush Creek Campsite host whistles over a young cat as smoke and fog mix with the Mount Underwood wildfire, across the Alberni Inlet, south of Port Alberni, B.C., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Photo by Chad Hipolito/The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Canada: Mount Underwood Wildfire Rages, Evacuation Orders Remain

The Mount Underwood wildfire has remained out of control, measuring at 3,761 hectares as of Sunday, August 17. Evacuation orders and alerts were in place related to the fire, including the order for the China Creek campground and the alert for parts of the Cameron Heights neighbourhood on the southern edge of the City of Port Alberni.

Canada: Wildfire Near Port Alberni Burns Out of Control, Forces Evacuations

A wildfire known as the Mount Underwood Fire is burning out of control near China Creek Campground, south of Port Alberni, British Columbia. The blaze has grown to roughly 630 hectares and is being fought by ground crews, aircraft, and helicopters. China Creek Campground and Marina have been safely evacuated, and the main road between Port Alberni and Bamfield remains closed. Fire crews are working around the clock to contain the spread. The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

Canada: Wildfire Sparks Near Nakusp, British Columbia

A fire sparked near Nakusp, British Columbia on Wednesday, July 30. Due to lightning in the area, aerial support was grounded. Crews are expected to begin work on the MacLeod Creek fire Thursday morning to assess its size.

US: Garden Creek Fire Burns Over 1,000 Acres in Idaho

The Garden Creek Fire, which broke out on the Fort Hall Reservation in southeast Idaho on Tuesday, July 1, has burned over 1,000 acres. Strong winds of up to 60 mph have hampered firefighting efforts, and additional crews have been deployed. Authorities are urging the public to avoid the area. As of this writing, the fire is 30% contained. This video includes air traffic audio related to the fire.

Canada: Grass Fire Breaks Out at Peterson Creek Park in Kamloops 2

A grass fire broke out in Peterson Creek Park in Kamloops on Thursday, June 26.

Canada: Grass Fire Breaks Out at Peterson Creek Park in Kamloops

A grass fire broke out in Peterson Creek Park in Kamloops on Thursday, June 26.

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Members of Squamish Fire Rescue prepare to battle the Dryden Creek wildfire, north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Members of Squamish Fire Rescue prepare to battle the Dryden Creek wildfire, north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Signage is placed along Highway 99 advising drivers on road conditions caused by the Dryden Creek wildfire, north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A firetruck travels towards the Dryden Creek wildfire north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Members of Squamish Fire Rescue prepare to battle the Dryden Creek wildfire, north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

People watch the scene of the Dryden Creek wildfire, from an intersection along Highway 99 in Brackendale, north of Squamish, B.C, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Signage is placed on the road leading to Alice Lake Provincial Park after an evacuation order was issued due to the Dryden Creek wildfire, north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A helicopter drops water on the Dryden Creek Wildfire, just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Signage is placed on the road leading to Alice Lake Provincial Park after an evacuation order was issued due to the Dryden Creek wildfire, north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Members of Squamish Fire Rescue prepare to battle the Dryden Creek wildfire, north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A helicopter heads back to the lake after dropping water on the Dryden Creek Wildfire just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A vehicle drives past the Dryden Creek Wildfire, just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A helicopter drops water on the Dryden Creek Wildfire, just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Smoke from the Dryden Creek Wildfire, photographed just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A helicopter prepares to drop water on the Dryden Creek Wildfire, just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Smoke from the Dryden Creek Wildfire, is shown just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A helicopter drops water on the Dryden Creek Wildfire, just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Smoke from the Dryden Creek Wildfire, is shown just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

Dryden Creek Wildfire - Canada

A helicopter collects water from Alice Lake Provincial Park to help fight the Dryden Creek Wildfire, just north of Squamish, B.C., on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Photo by Tijana Martin/Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM