Russian workers fight while are fighting wildfires in the southern Serbian forests of Kabaykalsky Krai region the Russian aerial forest protection service has said that the active wildfires area has increased to over 200,000 hectares it added that 1500 people were engaged in fighting these fires. Watch in for more details!

Massive wildfires engulf Russia's Far East forests

Massive wildfires are raging across the Isle of Bute in Scotland, with drone footage capturing thick smoke and flames engulfing large areas. Firefighters are battling nearly 90 separate blazes amid dry conditions. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has urged residents and visitors to stay alert and avoid risky outdoor activities.

Drone video shows wildfire rage on Scottish island of Bute

US legal history recorded its biggest claim settlement on Friday when the Los Angeles County reached a $4 billion agreement. The agreement settles over 7,000 claims of sexual abuse in juvenile facilities since 1959. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is expected to formally approve the $4 billion agreement over the next two weeks.

LA County: $4 billion settlement in child sex abuse cases

Scenes of devastation dominate South Korea's Southeastern regions, in the country's worst wildfire crisis in history.

South Korea battles raging wildfires

​South Korea is battling its worst wildfires on record, resulting in at least 27 deaths and the destruction of hundreds of buildings, including the historic Gounsa temple. The fires also threaten UNESCO sites like the Hahoe Folk Village, prompting emergency alerts. ​

Strong winds fan deadly South Korea wildfires

NASA researchers conducted initial validation of a new airspace management system designed to enable crews to use aircraft to fight and monitor wildland fires 24 hours a day. Watch to know more!

NASA develops new wildland fire airspace management system

At least two regions in western Japan have experienced wildfires, causing damage to many homes and requiring the evacuation of scores of inhabitants while hundreds of firemen fought the spreading mountain fire. Large trees were burning on a slope near Iwahari, Ehime Prefecture, and a helicopter was observed sprinkling water on the flames. Watch to know more!

Japan wildfire: Deadly wildfires damage homes in western Japan

World | The blazes have resulted in “unprecedented damage” and are threatening two UNESCO-listed sites, as wind-driven flames engulf neighbourhoods.

South Korea wildfires: 24 killed as inferno threatens UNESCO-listed sites with ‘unprecedented damage’

At least eighteen people have died as massive wildfires rage across South Korea. About 27,000 to be evacuated as firefighters battle strong winds and dry conditions. The southeastern regions have declared an emergency. Watch this report for more details!

Wildfires ravage South Korea, killing 18 and destroying a 1,300-year-old temple

At least four people, including three firefighters and a civil servant, have died as massive wildfires rage across South Korea. Over 200 residents from 15 villages were ordered to evacuate as emergency crews, including helicopters, battled the flames. The southeastern regions have declared an emergency. Watch this report for more details!

South Korea wildfires spread, forcing evacuations, burning away temples and UNESCO site

Deadly Tornadoes Rip Through US; Home, Schools And Businesses Devastated. Massive tornadoes tore through southeastern US states, leaving a trail of destruction. Missouri has reported 12 storm-related fatalities, with widespread damage to buildings and uprooted trees. Authorities are assessing the devastation as rescue efforts continue.

Tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms sweep US

World | Trending | According to the state governor, the New York National Guard deployed multiple Black Hawk helicopters loaded with 660-gallon buckets of water to control the fires.

Watch | Scary visuals emerge as state of emergency declared in New York’s Long Island amid wildfires

Firefighters in the United States' North and South Carolina have been battling dozens of wildfires over the weekend, prompting authorities to order some residents to evacuate.

Crews make progress containing Carolinas wildfire

Dozens of forest fire hotspots are active this Tuesday in the province of Corrientes, in the northeast of Argentina, where between 200,000 and 250,000 hectares have been destroyed this year.

Wildfires rage in Argentina: El Bolson wildfire kills elderly man, evacuations continue

Wildfires rage in Corrientes, Argentina; firefighters warn of months-long battle

A new study says the hot, dry, windy conditions that led to the recent Southern California fires were about 35% more likely because of climate change.

Climate change set the stage for Los Angeles fire, study finds

President Donald Trump has blamed a fish for the wildfires in LA.  In an apparent dig, one of Trump's Executive orders directed the federal agencies “to route more water" from across the state to prioritize water needs by humans instead of trying to protect a nearly extinct tiny fish species. Watch this video to find out more.

Trump criticises California's water policy

A C-130J Super Hercules flew low over the flames in Los Angeles County, dropping fire retardant. California Air National Guard released the video showing cockpit view of plane. Powerful winds and bone-dry conditions could pose a challenge to firefighters. A motorist also captured a dramatic video of the Sepulveda Fire. It burned alongside Los Angeles' 405 freeway near the Getty Museum. Watch in for more details!

California Wildfire: Super Hercules Battles A New, Wind-fueled Fire In Los Angeles

Millions in the U.S. are crippled by rare, record-breaking disasters. While California is witnessing fresh wildfire in LA, prompting evacuation orders for over 50,000 people, the situation is 'polar' opposite in Texas, Florida and Louisiana where historic storm has put parts under thick coat of snow.

As fresh wildfire breaks out in California, rare storm grips Texas, Florida, Louisiana

California is battling yet another wildfire, while still dealing with the aftermath of massive wildfires just days ago. A new wildfire has rapidly spread to more than 9,400 acres, fueled by strong winds and dry brush.

Los Angeles Wildfires: Most of southern California remains under red-flag warning

Los Angeles Wildfires: New Hughes fire breaks out about 80 km north of Los Angeles

High winds have been a key ingredient of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, and after a brief pause at the end of last week, they are forecast to intensify through the middle of this week. This is certain to complicate the fight against blazes which are likely to be one of the costliest natural disasters ever in the U.S.

Los Angeles Wildfire: Dry winds that fuelled the California wildfires are back

Los Angeles Wildfire: California braces for return of dangerous winds

High winds have been a key ingredient of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, and after a brief pause at the end of last week, they are forecast to intensify through the middle of this week. This is certain to complicate the fight against blazes that are likely to be one of the costliest natural disasters ever in the U.S.

Los Angeles wildfire: High winds worsen California wildfires

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