The death toll from the wildfires in the Los Angeles area has climbed to 24, according to US authorities. At least 16 people remain missing, and authorities said that number was expected to rise. The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings for severe fire conditions through Wednesday, with sustained winds of 80 kph and […]
Wildfire smoke may be worse for brain health than other types of air pollution, according to new research linking it to an increased risk of dementia, as per agency reports. The findings, reported at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Philadelphia, come as millions spent the weekend under air quality warnings from wildfires spewing smoke […]
Buenos Aires: Firefighters in Argentina were battling an “out of control” wildfire in a national park in Patagonia on Saturday, struggling to keep it from reaching two nearby towns. The fire in Los Alerces National Park – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – has already charred about 600 hectares (1500 acres). The affected national park, […]
In a challenging mission, hundreds of firefighters in Western Australia fought fiercely against a raging wildfire threatening areas near the capital city, Perth. The incident has raised concerns, leading authorities to issue evacuation warnings for residents in the fire’s potential path. Reports from agencies indicate that over 25 bushfires were active on a single Sunday, […]
