Wildfires
Firefighting helicopter crashes in Yosemite National Park while battling fire, killing two
The deaths brought the number of helicopter pilots killed in crashes in Colorado, Utah, and California this year fighting wildfires to five.
At least 12 killed as wildfires rage across several Algerian provinces
Thousands of hectares in flames as Belgium's biggest wildfire on record heads towards Germany
Israeli arrested for allegedly lighting barbecue at rented villa, sparking wildfire in Crete
Leaders call for West Bank lockdown after police arrest arson suspect
Leaders urged the government to lock down the West Bank in response to terrorists' online campaigns to light fires next to Israeli communities.
Dangers of wildfires: Recognising smoke inhalation, and when to seek help
On wildfire days, tens of thousands of people are exposed to smoke outdoors—many without realizing the risk.
Israel ablaze in national emergency believed to be terrorist act
The source confirmed that several arrests have been made in connection with the suspected arson attacks, but declined to give more details due to the ongoing investigation.
'All you have to do is burn': Hamas calls to set fires in Jerusalem, West Bank
"Youth of the West Bank, youth of Jerusalem, and those inside Israel, set their cars ablaze... Gaza awaits the revenge of the free," the terrorist organization wrote.
Communities across central, southern Israel evacuate as fires blaze out of control
Many highways have been closed, and trains and buses have been halted as well.
What is the Supertanker sent to fight Jerusalem’s fires?
The aircraft is capable of dropping tens of thousands of liters of water or fire retardant in a single mission, making it one of the most powerful tools available in fighting wildfires.
Drivers trapped, forced to abandon vehicles on Highway 1 due to massive wildfire
A massive wildfire broke out in the Jerusalem hills, prompting evacuations and forcing the closure of Highway 1 in both directions between Anava and Shoresh.
Victoria, Australia culls hundreds of koalas after wildfire, activists denounce policy
Allan defended her policy by saying that the koalas being shot were "in a lot of distress," Sky News Australia reported, adding that the decision was made after "extensive assessments."
Bar-Ilan University researchers develop AI model to predict lightning-induced wildfires
Israel's most notorious wildfire was in December 2010 on Mount Carmel near Haifa. It spread quickly, consuming much of the Mediterranean forest covering the region.
What I learned about American Jews while collecting Judaica for LA fire victims
Over 5,000 new and used Judaica items were distributed to more than 400 Jews affected by the Palisades and Eaton fires.
