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Lake Urmia Environmental Disaster - Iran

A view shows dry grass and the dry bed of Lake Urmia in northwestern Iran on December 20, 2025. Lake Urmia, once the largest lake in the Middle East, has dramatically shrunk due to prolonged drought, the damming of rivers feeding the lake, and extensive groundwater extraction in the surrounding area. Although increased rainfall and water diversion briefly helped restore water levels in 2019, renewed drought and administrative mismanagement in the early 2020s reversed the trend, and satellite imagery shows the lake has almost entirely dried up by September 2025. Photo by Morteza Aminoroayayi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Forsyth Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, Burning Nearly 14,000 Acres

The Forsyth Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire, continued to rage in Washington County, southwestern Utah, scorching nearly 14,000 acres as of Thursday, July 10. Thick smoke from the fire was seen rising above the St. George and surrounding areas, reducing visibility and air quality.

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US: Hope Fire Rages Near Kettle Falls, Washington, Burning About 7,000 Acres

The Hope Fire continued to rage between Kettle Falls and Northport, Washington, burning nearly 7,000 acres with no containment of the fire as of Thursday, July 10. Level 3 evacuations have been in effect and the fire cause is currently under investigation.

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Greece: Rafina Wildfire Sparks Immediate Response, Closes Roads in East Attica

Wildfire raged in East Attica, Greece, in town of Rafina, east of the greater Athens area, prompting an immediate and massive response by firefighting units and aerial support and leading to road closures on Thursday, July 3.

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UK: Roads Closed as ‘Extremely Serious’ Wildfires Rage in Scottish Highlands and Moray

'Extremely serious' wildfires raged in Highland and neighbouring Moray in Scotland as of Monday, July 1. Several road closures remained in place, and members of the public were urged to avoid travelling to the areas impacted.

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Greece: Wildfire Erupts in Laconia, Very High Fire Risk Continues in Peloponnese

Wildfires raged in several places in the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece, where a very high risk of forest fires is still predicted. On Monday, June 23, a wildfire erupted in the agricultural forest area in Karavostasi, Laconia, prompting residents to be on alert.

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US: Destructive Winds Fuel Oklahoma Wildfires, Causing Widespread Damage

Destructive high winds swept across Oklahoma on Friday, March 14, blowing massive dust, fueling wildfires and causing multiple deaths in vehicle crashes and pile-ups. Hundreds of homes and structures were destroyed and at least 170,000 acres were burned after wildfires broke out in the state, prompting evacuations amid extreme fire weather conditions through the weekend.

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US: Brush Fire Breaks Out in Brookfield, Wisconsin, Prompting Evacuation

A brush fire broke out in Brookfield, Wisconsin, on Sunday, March 9, threatening homes and businesses and prompting evacuations as a precaution. No injuries were reported.

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US: Myrtle Beach Engulfed in Smoke as Carolina Forest Wildfire Rages

A massive wildfire raging in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, scorched over 2,000 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Monday, March 3, forcing evacuations. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires burned across the state.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires 4

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires 3

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires 2

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Carolina Forest Fire Grows As South Carolina Battles Wildfires

Residents were forced to evacuate as a massive wildfire broke out in Carolina Forest, South Carolina, burning 1,600 acres near Myrtle Beach as of Sunday, March 2. Governor Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as more than 100 fires continued to burn across the state due to unusually dry conditions and gusty winds.

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US: Brush Fire On South Mountain In Phoenix Burns Half An Acre

A brush fire broke out on the northeast face of South Mountain in Phoenix on Saturday, January 25. The fire burned approximately half an acre, and no injuries were reported.

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US: Fig Fire Erupts In Murrieta, Prompting Evacuation Warnings

The Fig fire, a vegetation fire, broke out in Murrieta, Riverside County, on Thursday, January 23, prompting evacuation warnings for surrounding areas.

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US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 6

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The blaze rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties, putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings. This video shows a massive plume of smoke rising from the Hughes Fire, as seen from Simi Valley.

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US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 7

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The blaze rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties, putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings. This video shows a massive plume of smoke rising from the Hughes Fire, as seen from Simi Valley.

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US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 5

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings.

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US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 2

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire quickly spread to more than 9,000 acres in Ventura and Los Angeles counties and was 0% contained. More than 50,000 people are under evacuation orders or warnings.

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US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 3

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire quickly spread to more than 9,000 acres in Ventura and Los Angeles counties and was 0% contained. More than 50,000 people are under evacuation orders or warnings.

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US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands 4

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire quickly spread to more than 9,000 acres in Ventura and Los Angeles counties and was 0% contained. More than 50,000 people are under evacuation orders or warnings.

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US: Hughes Fire Breaks Out Near Lake Castaic, Prompting Evacuation Of Thousands

The Hughes Fire broke out on Wednesday, January 22, near Lake Castaic, north of Santa Clarita. The fire rapidly spread across Ventura and Los Angeles counties putting more than 50,000 people under evacuation orders or warnings.

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US: Clay Fire Breaks Out In Riverside County, California 2

The Clay Fire broke out in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County, on Tuesday, January 21. The cause of the flame is still unknown, and it has burned about 40 acres with 0% containment.

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US: Clay Fire Breaks Out In Riverside County, California

The Clay Fire broke out in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County, on Tuesday, January 21. The cause of the flame is still unknown, and it has burned about 40 acres with 0% containment.

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US: Wildfires Spread Across San Diego County, Forcing Evacuations 2

Multiple wildfires broke out in San Diego County early Tuesday, January 21, as powerful Santa Ana wind gusts created dangerous fire conditions. Mandatory evacuations were expanded across Southern California. This video shows the Friars Fire along Friars Road near Fashion Valley Mall.

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US: Wildfires Spread Across San Diego County, Forcing Evacuations

Multiple wildfires broke out in San Diego County early Tuesday, January 21, as powerful Santa Ana wind gusts created dangerous fire conditions. Mandatory evacuations were expanded across Southern California. This video shows the Lilac Fire raging near Pala Mesa.

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US: Brush Fire In Poway Prompts Evacuations Amid Red Flag Warning 3

Residents were evacuated as a brush fire broke out in Poway, San Diego County, California, on Monday, January 20, amid a red flag warning. The blaze was contained, and the cause remained under investigation.

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US: Brush Fire In Poway Prompts Evacuations Amid Red Flag Warning

Residents were evacuated as a brush fire broke out in Poway, San Diego County, California, on Monday, January 20, amid a red flag warning. The blaze was contained, and the cause remained under investigation.

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US: Brush Fire In Poway Prompts Evacuations Amid Red Flag Warning 2

Residents were evacuated as a brush fire broke out in Poway, San Diego County, California, on Monday, January 20, amid a red flag warning. The blaze was contained, and the cause remained under investigation.

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Australia: Bushfire Rages In Donnybrook, Prompting Evacuations

A fire raged in Donnybrook, northwest of Western Australia, prompting a bushfire emergency warning for people south of the South Western Highway on Thursday, January 16.

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Argentina: Wildfire Breaks Out In Northwest Chubut, Burning Thousands Of Hectares

A wildfire broke out in Epuyén, northwestern Chubut, on Wednesday, January 15, burning approximately 2,000 hectares and dozens of structures, while forcing hundreds of people to evacuate.

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Kuialnyk resort in Odesa region

ODESA REGION, UKRAINE - JANUARY 7, 2025 - Dry grass covers a slope by the Kuialnyk Estuary, Odesa region, southern Ukraine.

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Australia: Bushfire Breaks Out In Onkaparinga Hills, Southern Adelaide

A bushfire erupted in Onkaparinga Hills, southern Adelaide, on Monday, December 23, triggering an urgent warning for residents in the area.

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US: Brush Fire Erupts In Washington Heights Near Highbridge Park Amid Drought Warning

A brush fire erupted in Highbridge Park, Manhattan, near West 155th Street and Harlem River Drive, on Tuesday, November 19, as a drought warning remained in effect for New York City. FDNY said, 10 to 15 acres were burned, and no injuries were reported.

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US: 1 Home Lost As Callahan Fire Rages In Southwest Reno

The Callahan Fire, a fast-moving brush fire, broke out in the Callahan Ranch area of Reno, Nevada, on Monday, November 11. The fire destroyed a home and multiple outbuildings, prompting evacuation orders, road closures, and leaving thousands of residents without power.

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US: Cannonball 3 Wildfire Rages In Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, Forcing Road Closures

The Cannonball 3 Fire raged near Cannonball Road in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, on Saturday, November 9, forcing road closures, including portions of Interstate 287. Several wildfires continued to rage in northern New Jersey, triggering an Air Quality Alert.

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US: Wildfire Rages In Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts 2

A wildfire broke out in the Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts, on Friday, November 8, burning approximately 400 acres of land as of Saturday and forcing road closures in the area. This video shows smoke blanketing the area near the fire in Lynn.

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US: Wildfire Rages In Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts 3

A wildfire broke out in the Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts, on Friday, November 8, burning approximately 400 acres of land as of Saturday and forcing road closures in the area.

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US: Wildfire Rages In Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts 4

A wildfire broke out in the Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts, on Friday, November 8, burning approximately 400 acres of land as of Saturday and forcing road closures in the area.

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US: Wildfire Rages In Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts

A wildfire broke out in the Lynn Woods Reservation, Massachusetts, on Friday, November 8, burning approximately 400 acres of land as of Saturday and forcing road closures in the area.

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US: Wildfire Rages In Northampton County, PA, Causing Road Closures 2

A wildfire broke out on Blue Mountain in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, November 2, causing several road closures. While no injuries or structural damage have been reported, the fire expanded significantly overnight and continued to grow into the following day. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

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US: Wildfire Rages In Northampton County, PA, Causing Road Closures

A wildfire broke out on Blue Mountain in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, November 2, causing several road closures. No injuries or structural damage have been reported, and the cause of the fire remains unknown.

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US: Rush Fire Breaks Out Near Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge In Oklahoma

A wildfire broke out near the Rush Lake area in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in southwestern Oklahoma on Thursday, October 24. The fire, dubbed the Rush Fire, burned approximately 1,500 acres, and evacuation orders were issued for nearby areas, though they were lifted by Friday.

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US: Rush Fire Breaks Out Near Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge In Oklahoma 2

A wildfire broke out near the Rush Lake area in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge in southwestern Oklahoma on Thursday, October 24. The fire, dubbed the Rush Fire, burned approximately 1,500 acres, and evacuation orders were issued for nearby areas, though they were lifted by Friday.

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US: Fire Fighter Dead As Wildfire Burns On Lamentation Mountain In Berlin, Connecticut 2

A large brush fire broke out on Lamentation Mountain in Berlin, Connecticut, on Monday, October 21. One firefighter died, and two others were injured on Tuesday in a ATV rollover while they were working to extinguish the fire, officials said.

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US: 1 Dead As Large Wildfire Breaks Out On Lamentation Mountain In Berlin, Connecticut

A large brush fire broke out on Lamentation Mountain in Berlin, Connecticut, on Monday, October 21. One firefighter died, and two others were injured on Tuesday in a ATV rollover while they were working to extinguish the fire, officials said.

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US: Keller Fire Burns Homes, Prompting Evacuations In Oakland Hills, California 2

A five-alarm brush fire broke out near Interstate 580 in the Oakland Hills, California, on Friday, October 18, amid a red flag warning in effect for the Bay Area due to dry and windy conditions. The fire burned at least two homes, prompting evacuation orders and causing power outages in the area. No injuries were reported.

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US: Keller Fire Burns Homes, Prompting Evacuations In Oakland Hills, California

A five-alarm brush fire broke out near Interstate 580 in the Oakland Hills, California, on Friday, October 18, amid a red flag warning in effect for the Bay Area due to dry and windy conditions. The fire burned at least two homes, prompting evacuation orders and causing power outages in the area. No injuries were reported.

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US: Valley Fire Rages Near Boise, Idaho, Burning Over 9,400 Acres

The Valley Fire, a wildfire, broke out in east Boise, Idaho, on Friday, October 4, burning more than 9,400 acres as of Saturday. The cause is still under investigation. Evacuation notices were issued, and schools and several roads were closed in the area.

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US: Valley Fire Rages Near Boise, Idaho, Burning Over 9,400 Acres 2

The Valley Fire, a wildfire, broke out in east Boise, Idaho, on Friday, October 4, burning more than 9,400 acres as of Saturday. The cause is still under investigation. Evacuation notices were issued, and schools and several roads were closed in the area.