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Portugal: Covilha Wildfire Spreads to Nearby Towns, Residents Urged to Stay Safe

The Covilha wildfire, now the country's most resource-intensive fire, has spread to Fundao and Silvares. Authorities have warned residents of multiple villages to seek safety as flames threaten homes, factories, and farmland. Roads are closed to aid firefighting efforts, and the municipal emergency plan is in effect. Since July, extreme heat-driven fires across Portugal have killed two, injured others, and destroyed homes and farmland.

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Canada Wildfires Impact North America's Air Quality

Handout photo dated on August 3, 2025, shows Canada is currently facing an intense fire season, with hundreds of active wildfires across Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba, prompting the evacuation of thousands of residents. Smoke from these fires has severely degraded air quality both locally and across borders, including the United States. This false colour image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 3 August 2025, shows the smoke cloud from the wildfires engulfing skies over Canada and the US. According to the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), June and July 2025 saw severe wildfire activity in Canada, with daily total wildfire intensity and emissions consistently above the 2003-2024 average throughout the summer. August 3, 2025. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-3 imagery via ABACAPRESS.COM

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British Columbia Wildfires - Canada

An aerial photo taken on July 30, 2025 by the BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire near Kamloops in British Columbia, Canada. As of August 2, 2025 , the B.C. Wildfire Service reports 137 active wildfires across British Columbia, with 61 classified as out of control. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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British Columbia Wildfires - Canada

An aerial photo taken on July 30, 2025 by the BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire near Chilliwack in British Columbia, Canada. As of August 2, 2025 , the B.C. Wildfire Service reports 137 active wildfires across British Columbia, with 61 classified as out of control. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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British Columbia Wildfires - Canada

An aerial photo taken on July 30, 2025 by the BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire in northwestern British Columbia, Canada. As of August 2, 2025 , the B.C. Wildfire Service reports 137 active wildfires across British Columbia, with 61 classified as out of control. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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British Columbia Wildfires - Canada

An aerial photo taken on July 30, 2025 by the BC Wildfire Service shows a wildfire near Kamloops in British Columbia, Canada. As of August 2, 2025 , the B.C. Wildfire Service reports 137 active wildfires across British Columbia, with 61 classified as out of control. Photo by BC Wildfire Service/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Spain: Forest Fire in Extremadura Burns 2,600 Hectares, 6 Villages Evacuated 3

The fire that broke out on Tuesday, July 29, in Las Hurdes, Cáceres, continues to spread, having already scorched 2,600 hectares across a 28-31 kilometer area by Thursday, July 31. The blaze has forced the evacuation of six villages.

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Spain: Forest Fire in Extremadura Burns 2,600 Hectares, 6 Villages Evacuated 2

The fire that broke out on Tuesday, July 29, in Las Hurdes, Cáceres, continues to spread, having already scorched 2,600 hectares across a 28-31 kilometer area by Thursday, July 31. The blaze has forced the evacuation of six villages.

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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.

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Spain: Forest Fire in Extremadura Burns 2,500 Hectares, 6 Villages Evacuated

The fire that broke out on Tuesday, July 29, in Las Hurdes, Cáceres, has continued to spread, having already burned 2,500 hectares across a 20-kilometer area. The blaze has forced the evacuation of six villages.

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US: Monroe Canyon Fire Continues to Rage in Utah, ‘Go Now’ Evacuations in Effect

The Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County, Utah, a two-week-old wildfire, has grown to over 30,000 acres as of Tuesday, July 29. Level 3, "Go Now" evacuations have been ordered in some areas due to the fire.

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Albania Affected by Devastating Wildfires - Albania

Handout photo dated July 21, 2025 shows in mid-July 2025, the Albanian Ministry of Defence reported 18 wildfire outbreaks across multiple municipalities. The blazes have threatened residential areas and environmentally protected zones. The Lura National Park in Dibër municipality in north-eastern Albania was among the areas most affected by the fires, with reports of burnt forested areas near the park’s “Lake of Flowers”. This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image from 21 July 2025 shows an active fire burning in the Lura National Park. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery via ABACAPRESS.COM

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France: Fire Breaks Out in Cournonsec, Sparking Evacuations

A fire broke out in Cournonsec, south of Montpellier, on Monday, July 28 caused by welding work on a fence using a grinder. Fueled by strong winds, the blaze quickly spread, ultimately burning around 320 hectares. Around 100 people were evacuated in Montbazin. The fire was brought under control by 11 p.m.

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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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Italy: Wildfires Rage Across Sicily Amid Record Heatwave

Wildfires continued to rage across Sicily on Friday, July 25, amid record-breaking heatwaves, causing devastating damage in some rural areas despite ongoing efforts to extinguish them. This video, filmed in Trapani, shows the blaze on Monte Cofano.

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Wildfire in the Peloponnese Region - Greece

Handout photo dated on July 22, 2025 shows On 22 July 2025, a wildfire erupted in Greece's Northern Peloponnese region, devastating a significant portion of the landscape. Over 340 firefighters, supported by aerial and ground units, worked to combat the flames. On the same day of the fire’s outbreak, the Greek Disaster Planning and Management Directorate - General secretariat for Civil protection - Ministry of Climate Change and Civil Protection activated the Copernicus Emergency Management Service (CEMS) to provide emergency mapping (EMSR815). This data visualisation, based on CEMS data, shows the evolution of the affected area between 23 and 24 July. Greece on July 22, 2025. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Emergency Management Service via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Breaks Out in Limassol - Cyprus

Photo taken on July 24, 2025, shows burnt-out vehicles in the mountain of Limassol at Souni village in Limassol, Cyprus. Two people have been confirmed dead and dozens evacuated as a massive wildfire continued to burn out of control in the mountainous areas of Limassol District in southern Cyprus, authorities said Thursday. Photo by George Christophorou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Breaks Out in Limassol - Cyprus

A firefighter battles a fire at Souni village in Limassol, Cyprus, on July 24, 2025. Two people have been confirmed dead and dozens evacuated as a massive wildfire continued to burn out of control in the mountainous areas of Limassol District in southern Cyprus, authorities said Thursday. Photo by George Christophorou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Breaks Out in Limassol - Cyprus

People try to put out a fire at Souni village in Limassol, Cyprus, on July 24, 2025. Two people have been confirmed dead and dozens evacuated as a massive wildfire continued to burn out of control in the mountainous areas of Limassol District in southern Cyprus, authorities said Thursday. Photo by George Christophorou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Wildfire Breaks Out in Limassol - Cyprus

Photo taken on July 24, 2025, shows the wildfire-burned land in the mountain of Limassol at Souni village in Limassol, Cyprus. Two people have been confirmed dead and dozens evacuated as a massive wildfire continued to burn out of control in the mountainous areas of Limassol District in southern Cyprus, authorities said Thursday. Photo by George Christophorou/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: White Hawk Fire Ignites in Jefferson County, Colorado, No Evacuations

The White Hawk Fire, which officials said was caused by lightning, broke out on Tuesday, July 22, in southeast of Conifer in Jefferson County. No evacuations were issued.

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US: Euclid Fire Breaks Out in Chino Hills, Temporarily Shuts Down Freeways

A brush fire, named the Euclid Fire, ignited in Chino Hills on Wednesday, July 23, leading to the temporary closure of both sides of the 71 Freeway. By early evening, the blaze had grown to 120 acres and was 5% contained.

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US: Euclid Fire Breaks Out in Chino Hills, Temporarily Shuts Down Freeways 2

A brush fire, named the Euclid Fire, ignited in Chino Hills on Wednesday, July 23, leading to the temporary closure of both sides of the 71 Freeway. By early evening, the blaze had grown to 120 acres and was 5% contained.

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Cyprus: Raging Wildfire Near Limassol Kills 2, Hundreds Evacuated 2

A massive wildfire in southern Cyprus, fueled by strong winds and a heatwave, killed two and forced hundreds to evacuate. The blaze, which ignited Wednesday, July 23, north of Limassol, has already scorched at least 100 km² of a wine region and remains active on Thursday morning, July 24.

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Cyprus: Raging Wildfire Near Limassol Kills 2, Hundreds Evacuated

A massive wildfire in southern Cyprus, fueled by strong winds and a heatwave, killed two and forced hundreds to evacuate. The blaze, which ignited Wednesday, July 23, north of Limassol, has already scorched at least 100 km² of a wine region and remains active on Thursday morning, July 24.

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Turkey: Forest Fires Continue in Sakarya 2

Firefighting continued in Sakarya on Wednesday, July 23. The forest fire that started three days earlier in the wooded area between the Geyve and Pamukova districts spread to Bilecik Province due to strong winds, prompting the evacuation of several villages and the closure of a major highway.

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Turkey: Forest Fires Continue in Sakarya

Firefighting continued in Sakarya on Wednesday, July 23. The forest fire that started three days earlier in the wooded area between the Geyve and Pamukova districts spread to Bilecik Province due to strong winds, prompting the evacuation of several villages and the closure of a major highway.

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US: Brush Fire Erupts in El Sereno, Los Angeles, Leaving One Injured

A brush fire broke out in El Sereno, Los Angeles, on Monday afternoon, July 21, near the 4400 block of Harriman Avenue. The blaze burned about half an acre in the Elephant Hill Open Space area. A 78-year-old man was severely burned. According to reports, the fire was contained later that afternoon.

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US: Lake Spokane Fire in Washington Prompts Level 3 Evacuation Orders

The Lake Spokane Fire broke out in Stevens County, near Spokane in Washington on Saturday, July 19, and spread to more than 2,300 acres as of Monday. Level 2 and 3 evacuation orders were in place for the immediate area.

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US: Level 3 Evacuations Issued as Burdoin Fire Rages in Washington 2

The Burdoin Fire broke out in Klickitat County, Washington, near the Oregon border, burning over 10,700 acres as of Monday, July 21. One firefighter was injured. Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations were issued for Lyle and surrounding areas.

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US: Burdoin Fire in Washington Grows to 8,700 Acres, Evacuation Orders Issued

The Burdoin Fire broke out on Friday, July 18, in Klickitat County, Washington. By Sunday, it had burned around 8,700 acres and was 0% contained. One firefighter was injured, and nearly 90 structures were damaged. Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations were issued for Lyle and High Prairie.

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Satellite View of Mentrida Wildfire - Spain

Handout photo dated on 18 July 2025 shows Mentrida Wildfire - Spain. On 17 July 2025, a large wildfire broke out in the municipality of Méntrida, located in the province of Toledo, within Spain’s Castilla-La Mancha region. Driven by strong winds, the fire burnt over 3,000 hectares of land by the end of the day, prompting road closures and the evacuation of residents from nearby areas. Winds carried the smoke over Madrid, where skies turned orange and thick with haze during the afternoon. This image, acquired by one of Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 18 July 2025, shows the burn scar caused by the fire. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery via ABACAPRESS.COM

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France: Fire Breaks Out in Brocéliande Forest, Burning Nearly 100 Hectares 2

A wildfire broke out in the Brocéliande Forest, between Ille-et-Vilaine and Morbihan, on Thursday, July 17, burning nearly 100 hectares.

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Spain: Smoke from Wildfire in Méntrida Reaches Madrid Under Level 2 Alert 2

A forest fire that broke out in Méntrida, Toledo province, on Thursday, July 17, has burned approximately 3,200 hectares, forcing evacuations and prompting a Level 2 alert for Castilla-La Mancha and the Community of Madrid. The blaze led to several highway closures, with smoke and ash from the fire reaching as far as Madrid.

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Spain: Smoke from Wildfire in Méntrida Reaches Madrid Under Level 2 Alert

A forest fire that broke out in Méntrida, Toledo province, on Thursday, July 17, has burned approximately 3,200 hectares, forcing evacuations and prompting a Level 2 alert for Castilla-La Mancha and the Community of Madrid. The blaze led to several highway closures, with smoke and ash from the fire reaching as far as Madrid.

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France: Fire Breaks Out in Brocéliande Forest, Burning Nearly 100 Hectares

A wildfire broke out in the Brocéliande Forest, between Ille-et-Vilaine and Morbihan, on Thursday, July 17, burning nearly 100 hectares.

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US: Dale Fire Expands Rapidly, Prompts Evacuations in California 2

A wildfire grew rapidly in Riverside County, California on Wednesday, July 16, burning over 300 acres within hours. According to Cal Fire, the blaze, dubbed the Dale Fire, ignited around noon near Lugo Road and Highway 371 in Aguanga, prompting evacuations of large parts of the county.

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US: Dale Fire Expands Rapidly, Prompts Evacuations in California

A wildfire grew rapidly in Riverside County, California on Wednesday, July 16, burning over 300 acres within hours. According to Cal Fire, the blaze, dubbed the Dale Fire, ignited around noon near Lugo Road and Highway 371 in Aguanga, prompting evacuations of large parts of the county.

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US: Brush Fire Burns 10 Acres in Antioch, California, Prompts Health Advisory

A three-alarm brush fire known as the Willow Fire broke out in Antioch, California, on Tuesday, July 15, burning at least 10 acres near Oakley Road and Willow Avenue. Thick black smoke spread across the area, prompting Contra Costa County officials to issue a public health advisory at 5:45 p.m. for nearby communities. By around 6 p.m., firefighters managed to contain the fire's perimeter, and the advisory was lifted at 8 p.m. No serious injuries were reported.

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US: Cove Fire Ignites on BLM Land in Utah’s Sevier County

A new wildfire, the Cove Fire, ignited on Tuesday, July 15, on Bureau of Land Management land in Sevier County, Utah, located close to Monroe Canyon, where another wildfire is burning. It has burned 25 acres with no immediate threats reported.

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Wildfire Engulfs 3300 Hectares Near Pauls - Spain

Handout photo dated on July 13, 2025 shows satelite view of Paüls. On 7 July 2025, a wildfire broke out near the municipality of Paüls, in the province of Tarragona, Spain. The fire spread rapidly, burning over 3,300 hectares, one-third of which lie within the Parc Natural dels Ports. The blaze prompted lockdowns affecting approximately 18,000 residents in Paüls and neighbouring localities and has led to at least one casualty of a firefighter working to contain the flames in a mountainous area. This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image, acquired on 13 July 2025, shows the extent of the burn scar left by the fire. Data from the Copernicus Sentinel satellites is crucial for monitoring and mapping the extent and effects of wildfires around the world, informing damage assessments and supporting emergency management operations. Photo by European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

Flames and smoke rise in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires persist for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting units, continue their efforts to extinguish the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

Flames and smoke rise in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires persist for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting units, continue their efforts to extinguish the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

An aerial view of flames and smoke rising in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires continue for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting teams, continue their efforts to control the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

Flames and smoke rise in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires persist for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting units, continue their efforts to extinguish the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

An aerial view of flames and smoke rising in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires continue for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting teams, continue their efforts to control the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

An aerial view of flames and smoke rising in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires continue for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting teams, continue their efforts to control the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

Flames and smoke rise in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires persist for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting units, continue their efforts to extinguish the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Latakia Wildfire - Syria

An aerial view of flames and smoke rising in Latakia, Syria, on July 6, 2025, as wildfires continue for four days in the region. Syrian Civil Defense teams, along with Turkish and Jordanian firefighting teams, continue their efforts to control the raging fires. Photo by Omar Albaw/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: White Sage Fire in AZ Forces Evacuations of Grand Canyon’s North Rim, Jacob Lake 2

A rapidly growing White Sage Fire, which started on July 9 approximately 15 miles southeast of Fredonia on Bureau of Land Management lands, has expanded to nearly 50,000 acres with zero containment as of July 14. This has prompted mandatory evacuations along the Grand Canyon's North Rim and for Jacob Lake, leading the National Park Service to close the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.