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The Latest Breaking News on Wildfires

Huge wildfire burns through 15,800 hectares in northern Spain

Fire-fighters are still battling the blaze in the northern province of Zaragoza

The Independent UK

Fire crews still in attendance at Cairngorms wildfire say progress has been made

The fire has been ongoing since Wednesday.

Evening Standard

‘Profound, resigned hopelessness’: people across US and Canada share effects of wildfire smoke

Air quality in North America has plummeted, affecting the health of millions of people across the continent

The Guardian - US

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‘Not under control’: Firefighters battle largest blaze in Norway’s history as 100 homes destroyed

As many as 100 homes in Drammen, southern Norway, have been destroyed by the blaze

The Independent UK

Cairngorms authorities issue update as wildfire burns for fourth day

AVIEMORE is “no longer in the immediately affected area” of the Cairngorms wildfire operations as crews spend a fourth day at the scene ...

The National (Scotland)

Cairngorms wildfire: Aviemore no longer in ‘immediately affected area’

The fire started late on Wednesday morning.

Evening Standard

‘It’s only going to get worse’: wildfires forcing firefighters to make impossible choices

As the climate crisis fuels more intense blazes, pushing them to new parts of the world, those tackling them are forced to ration resources and decide which to fight

The Guardian - UK

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A Lack of Vision: How the Wildfires Coming from Canada Are Making It Difficult to See

Smoke from the Canada wildfires may damage vision and eye health, so learn how air quality reduces visibility, irritates the eyes, and how to protect yourself.

Medical Daily

Lessons from the Lat Phrao fire

The deadly fire at a beer hall in Lat Phrao has left the public with a haunting image: a long jet of flame bursting through the upper part of the main entrance like a fire-breathing dragon, even as people at floor level were still trying to escape.

Bangkok Post

Part of Princes Street to 'remain closed for foreseeable future' following fire

A SECTION of Princes Street will remain shut for the foreseeable future following a fire, Police Scotland has said ...

The National (Scotland)

'Courses will look different' due to forest fire reroute at Leadville Trail 100 MTB as organisers given 'green light' for August 15 races

Willow Fire west of Leadville still a major concern with only 37% containment as of July 16

Cycling News

Smoke from devastating Canada wildfires visible from space | Space photo of the day for July 17, 2026

Satellites have captured images of the billowing smoke.

Space

Canada's Wildfire Crisis Escalates: 850 Fires Burn as Smoke Blankets 100 Million Americans

Northwestern Ontario erupted in fire on July 13, triggering mass evacuations of First Nations communities, destroying homes, and sending smoke plumes that have turned the skies over Toronto, Chicago, Boston, and New York City orange. Here is the full picture as of July 17, 2026.

Medical Daily

Four ageing dams were removed to restore the Klamath River, but wildfire crews now face a new challenge as the reservoirs disappear

Removing four ageing hydroelectric dams from the Klamath River was always going to be a delicate undertaking, but one complication came from a source that had nothing to do with fish or river ecology at all: wildfire. The dams' reservoirs had served for decades as a reliable water source for…

The Times of India

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Tom’s Guide

5 ways to protect yourself (and your home) from wildfire smoke right now

Battling wildfire smoke? Here are some practical ways to protect yourself and your home, and to help you breathe easy.

Evening Standard

Helicopter deployed as firefighters spend third day tackling Cairngorms wildfire

Campsites and the ski resort in the area popular with tourists have been closed as a precaution.

International Business Times UK

What Is Causing Chicago's Dangerous Air Quality, and When Will It Be Safe to Go Outside?

Chicago's air quality reached 'extremely hazardous' levels due to wildfire smoke, prompting officials to advise residents to limit outdoor activities. Conditions may improve by Friday as winds shift.

The National (Scotland)

Firefighters tackle huge wildfire for third day as '300 hectares burned'

Firefighters are spending a third day tackling a major wildfire which has led to evacuations in the Cairngorms

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The Guardian - AU

As the UK and Europe battle deadly wildfires, what lessons can Australia offer?

Knowledge learned over more than a century in Australia is being tested by worsening fires. It’s a familiar narrative around the world

France 24

Canadian wildfire smoke brings dangerously high pollution to US cities

Air quality levels in Chicago, Detroitt and New York reached dangerously high levels on Tuesday as the US cities were shrouded in smoke produced by wildfires raging through swathes of Canadian forestland. More than 130 fires are still active in northwestern Ontario province, with at least 60 out of control…

Evening Standard

Lessons not learned from ‘devastating’ previous wildfire, says community leader

The fire broke out at lunchtime on Wednesday and affected a wide stretch of heather and trees.

The Guardian - US

Air quality plummets in 20 US states as smoke from Canadian wildfires spreads

Millions of Americans face air quality alerts from Minnesota to New York as authorities urge people to stay indoors

The Independent UK

Canadian wildfires never caused US skies to turn orange in the past. Here’s what changed

The smoke is pouring south from more than 800 wildfires in the Canadian province of Ontario and nationwide

Radio France Internationale

Macron toughens stance on arson, with dozens arrested as wildfires sweep France

French President Emmanuel Macron has said there would be "zero tolerance" for arson after France was hit by wildfires that have scorched thousands of hectares, as multiple heatwaves since May have dried out forests and fields. Dozens have been arrested across the country over starting fires, including a volunteer firefighter.

The National (Scotland)

New evacuation warning as firefighters give update on '6km-long Cairngorms wildfire'

FIREFIGHTERS have warned that people may need to “immediately” evacuate their homes as a six-kilometre long wildfire in the Cairngorms continues…

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