The Latest Breaking News on Wildfires

WASHINGTON - The first ever climate trial in the United States opened Monday in Montana, brought by young activists suing the state for violating their constitutional right to a "clean and healthful environment."

Disasters often bring politicians, policymakers, researchers and the public to the discussion table. Due to their catastrophic impacts, disasters and emergencies prompt a large array of stakeholders to focus intently on the issues at hand, providing windows of opportunity for change.

Two departments in France's east have been placed under high-risk wildfire warnings. Authorities are concerned as parts of the country haven't had any rainfall for over six weeks.

More than 14,000 remain under evacuation as nearly 450 fires burned across the country on Sunday, with 220 out of control

Crowds of people were watching as bellowing smoke and a 'bang' errupted from a Bramley factory

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Six fire engines attended the blaze, which broke out on Saturday afternoon in the village of Daviot

Six fire engines remain near the village of Daviot in the Highlands after the fire broke out at around 2.45pm on Saturday.

Residents in Daviot, south of Inverness, were told to stay inside and close their windows this afternoon when a huge wildfire broke out, sending thick smoke into the sky

Firefighters from Swords, Kilbarrack and Skerries are currently at an industrial unit on fire

Emergency crews are currently dealing with the ongoing incident.