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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Fire ravages everything in its path in Greece: There are more than 100 fires and more islands are evacuated

Greece is facing severe wildfires, with over 100 active fires and evacuation orders for multiple islands due to extreme heat and strong winds.

Feb 27 • 01:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Roraima records five times more heat spots in February 2026

Roraima has reported a fivefold increase in the number of heat spots in February 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, according to government data.

Feb 26 • 09:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Chubut: Three new fire fronts detected in Los Alerces National Park

Authorities confirmed three new fire fronts detected in the southern area of Los Alerces National Park in Chubut, Argentina, believed to have been intentionally set.

Feb 25 • 23:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Femarh suspends burning calendar for 15 days after increase in hotspots in Roraima

The State Foundation for Environment and Water Resources in Roraima has suspended its burning calendar for 15 days due to an increase in heat hotspots.

Feb 25 • 19:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Cantabria and Asturias register at least 60 simultaneous wildfires caused in recent hours

At least 60 wildfires have occurred in Cantabria and Asturias, prompting authorities to activate preemergency measures due to the risk of more fires.

Feb 25 • 06:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

This year's wildfires are alarming... Already 140 cases, a 43% increase compared to average

This spring has seen an alarming increase in wildfires in South Korea, with 140 incidents reported this year so far, marking a 43% rise compared to the average.

Feb 24 • 20:11 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Demand for a fire station in the town

A local official stresses the need for a fire station in Kópavogur to improve emergency response times following recent wildfires.

Feb 24 • 12:23 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

It would seem strange to send all ambulances with water bottles

The article discusses the suggestion of using smaller helicopters for more efficient fire-fighting efforts in response to wildfires in Iceland.

Feb 24 • 09:11 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Believes it could have been extinguished in a shorter time with shelters

A helicopter pilot advocates for the purchase of smaller extinguishing systems to enhance the efficiency of fire response efforts in Iceland.

Feb 24 • 09:11 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for California: Gavin Newsom met with communities affected by the wildfires on the road to recovery

California Governor Gavin Newsom met with communities impacted by wildfires to discuss ongoing recovery efforts a year after the disasters.

Feb 23 • 21:01 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Trauma of Having a Fire in the Backyard

A fire in the backyard has caused concern among horsemen in Kópavogur as wildfires rise near Elliðavatn in Reykjavík.

Feb 23 • 18:07 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Difficult to determine the cause of the wildfires

Firefighters are battling wildfires near Elliðavatn, where over 30 hectares have burned amidst challenging conditions.

Feb 23 • 13:02 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Over 32 hectares are estimated to have burned

A report indicates that over 32 hectares of land have burned in Iceland.

Feb 23 • 12:33 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Policy Speech by Þorgerður Katrín and the Wildfires

Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir, Iceland's foreign minister, addresses the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, discussing expedited EU membership vote timelines and responding to recent wildfires in Iceland.

Feb 23 • 11:38 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

No wildfires and calm night for firefighters after yesterday's excitement

Firefighters in the Reykjavik area experienced a calm night following a busy day of battling wildfires, particularly near Elliðavatn.

Feb 23 • 06:29 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Services: It is fortunate that the wildfires did not harm water sources

Reports state that wildfires have fortunately not affected water sources in the region.

Feb 23 • 02:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Bitterly Cold Temperatures During Commute... Strong Winds and Dry Air, Caution for Wildfires

Temperatures across South Korea are expected to drop significantly below zero on Monday, with strong winds contributing to an increased risk of wildfires due to dry conditions.

Feb 22 • 23:35 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Four-hour battle with wildfires

Firefighting efforts lasted four hours to contain the wildfires in Iceland.

Feb 22 • 20:05 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Increasing wildfires that are difficult to manage

The article discusses the rising incidents of wildfires in Iceland, highlighting challenges in management and prevention.

Feb 22 • 16:09 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Four Wildfires in One Day: "Let’s Just Lay Down and Pray for Snow"

The capital area's fire department has extinguished four wildfires within a single day amid unusually dry conditions.

Feb 22 • 13:20 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Sinueldar, Patients and Snowdrift

Passengers in hundreds of vehicles faced difficulties due to snowdrifts and strong winds under Eyjafjöll yesterday, although no injuries were reported.

Feb 22 • 11:53 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Three wildfires within a day

The capital area's fire department responded to three wildfires in under 24 hours, with two occurring the night before and one in the early morning in Hvalfjörður.

Feb 22 • 07:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in California: Gavin Newsom launched a new online resource to further help survivors of the Los Angeles fire

California's Governor Gavin Newsom has introduced a new online resource aimed at assisting survivors of the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles that occurred in early 2025.

Feb 21 • 17:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

There are two new fire hotspots in Los Alerces National Park: they were intentional

Two new intentional fire hotspots have emerged in Los Alerces National Park in Argentina, near the town of Trevelin, as authorities combat an ongoing wildfire.

Feb 20 • 15:34 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Climate Change: The Number of Days with High Wildfire Risk Has Almost Tripled

The risk of wildfires has significantly increased over recent decades, with a study showing that the number of days with high wildfire risk has nearly tripled globally.

Feb 20 • 13:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

This year's wildfire damage area is 12 times last year's... 'Please do not burn garbage near the mountains'

The area damaged by wildfires this year has reached 12 times that of last year, raising concerns about large-scale disasters as dry weather is expected to persist.

Feb 20 • 05:47 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Environmental contingency activated in the metropolitan area of Chiapas

An environmental alert has been issued in Chiapas, Mexico, due to poor air quality resulting from pollution and active wildfires.

Feb 19 • 20:10 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Wildfires in Mexico: Which states have reported incidents TODAY February 19?

Wildfires are currently impacting areas in Mexico, notably in Oaxaca, where firefighters are working to manage a grass fire.

Feb 19 • 19:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Fire Chaos Continues in Oklahoma's Forests, See US Top-10

Wildfires in Oklahoma are wreaking havoc, spreading over 23 square miles and forcing evacuations.

Feb 19 • 02:40 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta weather watchers say recent snow not enough to alleviate drought concerns

Alberta officials express optimism for a normal wildfire season despite recent snow not alleviating drought concerns, with predictions of warmer, drier conditions ahead.

Feb 18 • 22:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Red Flag Warning: the phenomenon that pushes away the cold wave and installs the threat of wildfires in the U.S.

Red Flag Warning indicates a shift from winter storms to dry, windy conditions in parts of the U.S., raising wildfire risks.

Feb 18 • 12:40 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Big Action by IAF on Wildfires in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland

The Indian Air Force is actively engaged in firefighting operations in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland using V5 helicopters, having already dispatched 139,000 liters of water.

Feb 18 • 08:38 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to announce investment in fighting wildfires

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is set to announce a new investment aimed at enhancing the province's capacity to combat wildfires.

Feb 17 • 20:47 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

EU Advisors: Europe is Not Prepared for Climate Change

EU independent advisors warn that Europe is unprepared for worsening climate change and needs to increase investments to protect people and infrastructure from floods, wildfires, and extreme heat waves.

Feb 16 • 23:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Incipient Return of Tourism to Areas Affected by Fire in Chubut Due to the XXL Holiday: Warning from Operators

Tourism is gradually returning to areas in Chubut affected by recent wildfires, coinciding with an extended holiday period, despite ongoing firefighting efforts.

Feb 16 • 22:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Marcos Giles raised thousands of dollars to fight the fires in Patagonia: hitchhiking, streaming, and a viral donation

Influencer Marcos Giles raised significant funds to combat wildfires in Patagonia through a hitchhiking journey and viral donation efforts.

Feb 16 • 16:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Fires in Chubut: from the destruction of a natural paradise to the longed-for recovery

The recent wildfires in Chubut, Argentina, have devastated over 50,000 hectares, but a sudden drop in temperatures and subsequent rain has brought hope for recovery.

Feb 16 • 09:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Spencer Pratt faces harsh family opposition in LA mayoral bid despite growing community support

Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign in Los Angeles is facing intense criticism from his sister, who doubts his intentions amid some community support.

Feb 16 • 02:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Alert in Florida: Extreme Drought Reaches Its Highest Level and an Unexpected Phenomenon May Arise

Florida is experiencing extreme drought in 95% of its counties, prompting a state of emergency and increasing the risk of wildfires.

Feb 15 • 17:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

It's official: Gavin Newsom expands mortgage relief for survivors of the Los Angeles fires

California Governor Gavin Newsom has introduced new mortgage relief measures for survivors affected by the devastating Los Angeles forest fires.

Feb 15 • 16:07 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

It was signed by Gavin Newsom: An executive order expands protections for survivors of the Los Angeles fires

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order to expand protections for survivors of the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.

Feb 14 • 16:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

More than 60,000 hectares devastated: snow and rain brought relief in the fight against fire in Chubut

Recent snowfall and rainfall in Chubut, Argentina, have aided firefighters in their battle against two active wildfires that have burnt over 60,000 hectares.

Feb 13 • 19:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

The Boca hockey player who does her pre-season fighting fires in Patagonia: "I grew up in the fire station"

Hockey player Mayra Barbieri is combining her pre-season training with volunteering as a firefighter in Patagonia, where wildfires have devastated large areas.

Feb 13 • 16:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Los Angeles: Gavin Newsom announces help for mortgage payments

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced an expansion of the CalAssist mortgage relief program to help homebuyers affected by the 2025 wildfires in Los Angeles.

Feb 13 • 16:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Summer Fires 2025 in Chios: The myBusinessSupport platform is open for business support

The myBusinessSupport platform has been launched to assist businesses in Chios affected by the summer fires of 2025.

Feb 13 • 09:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

This Year, the Area Damaged by Wildfires is 16 Times That of Last Year… Warning for Smokers during Tomb-Sweeping Season

Wildfires in South Korea have surged this year, with damage areas reported to be 16 times larger than the same period last year, prompting warnings about smoking habits during the tomb-sweeping holiday.

Feb 13 • 07:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Half the World is Burning... 50 Degrees in Cold January-February

Record heat and devastating wildfires are affecting multiple countries in the Southern Hemisphere, including Argentina, Chile, Australia, and South Africa, as 2026 begins.

Feb 13 • 05:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Fire destroyed some of the oldest trees in the world. "They grew for thousands of years"

A devastating fire has obliterated ancient trees in Patagonia and Chile, exacerbated by climate change and human activities.

Feb 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Has the heat already begun? This is how long the forest fire season lasts in Mexico

The article discusses the start and duration of the forest fire season in Mexico, detailing the critical months and regions affected.

Feb 12 • 20:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

Record Heat and Fires in the Southern Hemisphere. In Australia, Temperatures Reach Over 50°C

The Southern Hemisphere is experiencing unprecedented heat and wildfires, with temperatures in Australia reaching 50°C, while northern Europe endures an unusually harsh winter.

Feb 12 • 16:33 UTC

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