Mexico: Fire Erupts on Cerro del Tepeyac in Mexico City

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

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.

Canada: Wildfire Smoke Sparks Air Quality Warnings Across Nova Scotia

Smoke from the Long Lake wildfire in Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, is affecting air quality across much of the province, including Halifax, Lunenburg, Kings, and Hants counties. Environment Canada has issued warnings, noting that smoke can cause irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat, and pose health risks for the elderly, children, pregnant people, and those with chronic conditions. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activities as smoke levels fluctuate with changing winds.

Turkey: Wildfire Breaks Out in Pamukkale, Denizli 3

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

Turkey: Wildfire Breaks Out in Pamukkale, Denizli

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

Turkey: Wildfire Breaks Out in Pamukkale, Denizli 2

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

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

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

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.

US: Crosho Fire Breaks Out Near Crosho Lake, CO, Prompting Evacuation

A fire, dubbed Crosho fire, broke out near Crosho Lake in Rio Blanco County, Colorado, on Monday, August 11. The flame prompted an evacuation order. The size of the blaze and the cause are unknown as of writing.

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.

US: Apple Acres Wildfire Triggers Evacuations Near Chelan, Washington

A fast-moving wildfire known as the Apple Acres Fire has burned about 2,000 acres near Chelan, Washington, since it broke out around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2. Fueled by grass and sagebrush, the fire is threatening homes and infrastructure.

US: Apple Acres Wildfire Triggers Evacuations Near Chelan, Washington 2

A fast-moving wildfire known as the Apple Acres Fire has burned about 2,000 acres near Chelan, Washington, since it broke out around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2. Fueled by grass and sagebrush, the fire is threatening homes and infrastructure.

France: Wildfires Erupt in Aude, Trigger Evacuations and Motorway Closures 2

Wildfires broke out near the A61 and A9 motorways in Aude, southern France, on Sunday, June 29, burning around 400 hectares. Over 500 firefighters and aerial units were deployed. Evacuations included a campsite and the Fontfroide Abbey. Parts of the highways were closed for safety. Officials say a poorly extinguished barbecue in a car trailer sparked the fires, as France faces an intense heatwave and high fire risk.

France: Wildfires Erupt in Aude, Trigger Evacuations and Motorway Closures

Wildfires broke out near the A61 and A9 motorways in Aude, southern France, on Sunday, June 29, burning around 400 hectares. Over 500 firefighters and aerial units were deployed. Evacuations included a campsite and the Fontfroide Abbey. Parts of the highways were closed for safety. Officials say a poorly extinguished barbecue in a car trailer sparked the fires, as France faces an intense heatwave and high fire risk.

Italy: Fire Breaks Out on Monte Mario Hill, Prompting Road Closures in Rome

A fire broke out on Monte Mario hill in Rome on Thursday, June 5, near a tent camp located just steps from the judicial complex at Piazzale Clodio. The incident prompted road closures, and firefighters eventually brought the blaze under control. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Greece: Wildfire Erupts In Central Eastern Evia, Villages Evacuated 2

A wildfire that erupted on Monday, July 29, in central eastern Evia quickly spread due to strong winds. Villages near the fire including Petries, Krieza, and Koskina were evacuated. Authorities suspect arson as the cause of the fire. A turbine in a wind farm in Petries reportedly exploded, sending debris down near a group of firefighters and volunteers. No injuries were reported.

Greece: Wildfire Erupts In Central Eastern Evia, Villages Evacuated

A wildfire that erupted on Monday, July 29, in central eastern Evia quickly spread due to strong winds. Villages near the fire including Petries, Krieza, and Koskina were evacuated. Authorities suspect arson as the cause of the fire. A turbine in a wind farm in Petries reportedly exploded, sending debris down near a group of firefighters and volunteers. No injuries were reported.

US: Fire Breaks Out On Ross Island In Portland, OR

A fire broke out near the Willamette River on Ross Island in Portland on Saturday afternoon, July 20. The cause of the fire remains unknown as of writing, but officials said it may be connected to the island’s abandoned structures.

US: Sierra Fire Erupts In Fontana, California, Burning 400 Acres 5

A brush fire, dubbed Sierra Fire, erupted in Fontana, California, on Sunday, June 30, burning 400 acres. San Bernardino County Fire Department said it was 100% contained as of Monday, and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

US: Sierra Fire Erupts In Fontana, California, Burning 400 Acres 3

A brush fire, dubbed Sierra Fire, erupted in Fontana, California, on Sunday, June 30, burning 400 acres. San Bernardino County Fire Department said it was 100% contained as of Monday, and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

US: Sierra Fire Erupts In Fontana, California, Burning 400 Acres 4

A brush fire, dubbed Sierra Fire, erupted in Fontana, California, on Sunday, June 30, burning 400 acres. San Bernardino County Fire Department said it was 100% contained as of Monday, and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

US: Sierra Fire Erupts In Fontana, California, Burning 400 Acres 6

A brush fire, dubbed Sierra Fire, erupted in Fontana, California, on Sunday, June 30, burning 400 acres. San Bernardino County Fire Department said it was 100% contained as of Monday, and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

US: Sierra Fire Erupts In Fontana, California, Burning 400 Acres 2

A brush fire, dubbed Sierra Fire, erupted in Fontana, California, on Sunday, June 30, burning 400 acres. San Bernardino County Fire Department said it was 100% contained as of Monday, and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

US: Sierra Fire Erupts In Fontana, California, Burning 400 Acres

The Sierra Fire, a brush fire, erupted in Fontana, California, on Sunday, June 30, burning 400 acres. San Bernardino County Fire Department said it was 100% contained as of Monday, and the cause of the fire remained under investigation.

US: Sites Fire Grows Rapidly In Colusa County, Northern California 2

A fast-moving wildfire, the Sites Fire, raging in Colusa County, California, burned 10,000 acres on Tuesday, June 18. Evacuation orders were issued for residents of homes and ranches along several roads in the area, and a portion of Sites Lodoga Road was closed. The cause was under investigation.

US: Bravo Fire Burns 1,400 Acres On Camp Navajo, West Of Flagstaff 2

The Bravo Fire broke out at Camp Navajo, west of Flagstaff, on Wednesday night, June 5, burning 1,400 acres as of Friday. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

US: Bravo Fire Burns 1,400 Acres On Camp Navajo, West Of Flagstaff

The Bravo Fire broke out at Camp Navajo, west of Flagstaff, on Wednesday night, June 5, burning 1,400 acres as of Friday. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

China: Massive Wildfire Engulfs Forests And Mountains In Ya Jiang

A massive wind-fueled fire that lasted for days in Ya Jiang, Ganzi, Sichuan, from March 15 has been partly extinguished. On March 16, gusts exceeding Grade 8 on the Beaufort scale reignited the flames, leading to a rapid spread of the fire. By March 17, the blaze had spread, forming three separate fire fronts moving from south to north. Video filmed on March 17 in the afternoon shows the fast-moving blaze spreading to multiple mountains and the firefighters working on the spot. According to local media, 3,396 residents affected by the blaze have been relocated, and no reported casualties. Over 1,200 firefighters are tirelessly battling the blaze and the flames at Firefront 1 are extinguished. The firefighters now (March 18) redirect to Firefront 2. Some reports suggest that the fire may have been triggered by strong winds. The investigations by the local authorities into the exact cause are ongoing.

Mexico: Fire Erupts On El Pino Hills In Ixtapaluca

A fire broke out on a grassy hill in El Pino between the municipalities of Ixtapaluca and Chicoloapan in the state of Mexico on Wednesday afternoon, February 7. Fire crews battled the fire amid strong winds a few meters from the La Guadalupana neighborhood. Residents of nearby Chimalhuacán reported ash fall and strong smell of smoke from the fire. The cause of the fire is unknown.

2 Russians killed in firefighting helicopter crash in Türkiye

STORY: 2 Russians killed in firefighting helicopter crash in Türkiye DATELINE: Sept. 22, 2022 LENGTH: 0:01:39 LOCATION: Ankara CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the crashed helicopter 2. various of the wildfire in Marmaris district in Türkiye's southwestern Mugla province 3. rescuers fighting wildfire STORYLINE: A firefighting helicopter crashed Wednesday in southwestern Türkiye on a mission, killing two Russians on board and injuring five other crew members, the Turkish Interior Ministry said. Two Turks and five Russians were on the helicopter when the accident happened in Turkish southwestern Denizli Province. A wildfire broke out on Wednesday in the Yalancibogaz region of Marmaris district in Türkiye's southwestern Mugla province. Strong winds caused the flames to spread across the woodlands close to the Aegean coast, the semi-official Anadolu Agency reported, adding the cause of the blaze was not clear. The Russian-made firefighting helicopter left the Turkish northern province of Kas

Huge wildfire breaks out near Tunisian capital

STORY: Huge wildfire breaks out near Tunisian capital DATELINE: July 21, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:04 LOCATION: Tunis CATEGORY: OTHERS SHOTLIST: 1. various of the wildfire STORYLINE: A huge wildfire broke out Tuesday in Hammam-Lif town in the northeastern Tunisian province of Ben Arous, nearly 20 km away from the capital Tunis, local media reported. The fire spread quickly and ravaged a large part of the nearby mountain Boukornine, one of the most famous mountains in Tunisia, according to private radio station Mosaique FM. It took firefighters several hours to control the fire and stop its spread, said the report. Local authorities called in the national army, and military helicopters were also deployed. Around ten civil defense vehicles were on the ground, supported by several forest guard vehicles. There was no official word on the cause of the fire, and the firefighters are still working to extinguish it. Tunisia has been experiencing hot summer weather over the last two weeks. Xinhua News