Wildfires have engulfed nations across the world as a heatwave triggers a dry atmosphere. Several countries are in the midst of raging wildfires, while others have witnessed a short blaze, but the fuse can ne re-lit at any time again because of the hot weather. 

Wildfires have engulfed nations across the world as a heatwave triggers a dry atmosphere. Several countries are in the midst of raging wildfires, while others have witnessed a short blaze, but the fuse can ne re-lit at any time again because of the hot weather.&nbsp;

All the wildfires burning right now - List of Countries battling blazes

The fires, which have been spreading due to wind and parched vegetation amid the heatwave in the country, had partially damaged 2,000 hectares (4,900 acres) of land and were still growing. 

The fires, which have been spreading due to wind and parched vegetation amid the heatwave in the country, had partially damaged 2,000 hectares (4,900 acres) of land and were still growing.&nbsp;

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A suspect opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze near Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho in the US on Sunday, killing two and sparking a police operation to track down the shooter, who was still active in the area by afternoon. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time. About 30 minutes later, gunshots were reported. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office said police were still “taking sniper fire” several hours later.&nbsp;Idaho Governor Brad Little called the act “a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters”. “Multiple heroic firefighters were attacked today while responding to a fire in North Idaho. This is a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters. I ask all Idahoans to pray for them and their families as we wait to learn more. Teresa and I are heartbroken,” Little said.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;“We’re actively taking sniper fire as we speak,” Kootenai County Sheriff Bob Norris said at a news conference. “This is an active situation.”The Kootenai Sheriff’s Office said the attack took place at Canfield Mountain outside the city of Coeur d’Alene in Kootenai County. The shooter remains at large, and the fire continues to blaze.&nbsp;Officials in neighbouring Shoshone County described the unfolding event as “an active shooter situation where the shooter is still at large.” Residents were urged to avoid the Canfield Mountain Trailhead and nearby Nettleton Gulch Road, located around four miles north of downtown Coeur d’Alene.&nbsp;The fire at the mountain site was still burning. Coeur d’Alene is home to about 55,000 people and lies close to the Washington state border.&nbsp;The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office did not respond to requests for further information.Firefighters had been dispatched to fight the blaze at about 1:30 pm, the sheriff’s office said.&nbsp;As per the CNN report, Officials reported that the exact number of injured people in the shooting is still unknown, and hikers and residents are still “stuck” on the mountain. Meanwhile, they are also asking civilians to stay away from the area as law enforcement and firefighters conduct their operations.The incident occurred in the Canfield Mountain Natural Area, a 24-acre park located on the eastern side of the city, which features multiple hiking and biking trails and is heavily wooded. &nbsp;

Officials informed that the exact number of injured people in the shooting is still unknown, and residents and hikers are still “stuck” on the mountain.

A suspect opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze near Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho in the US on Sunday, killing two and sparking a police operation to track down the shooter, who was still active in the area by afternoon. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time. About 30 minutes later, gunshots were reported. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office said police were still “taking sniper fire” several hours later. Idaho Governor Brad Little called the act “a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters”. “Multiple heroic firefighters were attacked today while responding to a fire in North Idaho. This is a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters. I ask all Idahoans to pray for them and their families as we wait to learn more. Teresa and I are heartbroken,” Little said.

Officials informed that the exact number of injured people in the shooting is still unknown, and residents and hikers are still “stuck” on the mountain.

Idaho shooting: Two firefighters killed while responding to blaze near Canfield Mountain, Governor calls it ‘heinous assault’

AI is helping predict wildfires before they start. By using satellite data, weather patterns, and real-time monitoring, AI models help experts spot danger early, plan better, and protect lives, homes, and nature around the world.

AI is helping predict wildfires before they start. By using satellite data, weather patterns, and real-time monitoring, AI models help experts spot danger early, plan better, and protect lives, homes, and nature around the world.

How AI is predicting wildfires before they start – using satellite and weather data to forecast risk

The United States has issued an advisory for hundreds of thousands of people, living in four states, to "stay indoors" as air quality continues to engulf the Midwest.This comes after smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to drift south, making air quality in the US dangerous.There are 174 active wildfires burning across the country as of May 30, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.Out of those, 94 were being monitored but were considered out of control and beyond suppression efforts.As reported on Tuesday, the smoke engulfed the Upper Midwest and by today (Wednesday), it pushed eastward into the Northeast.The EPA and the National Meteorological Service (NWS) warned people to limit their exposure to outdoor air.According to several state-specific alerts, people should “consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects.”<h2>States with poor air quality</h2>US warnings amid dangerous smoke and air pollution raise concern, particularly for vulnerable populations, including the elderly, kids, and those with heart or respiratory diseases.Air pollution rates across Minnesota and portions of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Iowa are considered “unhealthy” on Wednesday, according to the EPA's (Environmental Protection Agency) AirNow map, which provides a real-time view of air quality.Last month, over 35,000 acres of land were burned by a series of wildfires in Minnesota.<h2>Red warning issued</h2>Red alerts have been issued in Wisconsin cities like Eau Claire, La Crosse, and Green Bay as AQI ranges from 151-200.It reflects that while individuals of sensitivity could face more severe health problems, some members of the general public may encounter “health effects.”Moreover, the red alert is also issued in Menominee and Iron Mountain in Michigan, Rochester, and a portion of Minneapolis in Minnesota and Mason City in Iowa.Additionally, the NWS also issued Air Quality Advisories to millions of people in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Maine. &nbsp;

There are 174 active wildfires burning across the country as of May 30, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.

The United States has issued an advisory for hundreds of thousands of people, living in four states, to "stay indoors" as air quality continues to engulf the Midwest. This comes after smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to drift south, making air quality in the US dangerous. There are 174 active wildfires burning across the country as of May 30, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre. Out of those, 94 were being monitored but were considered out of control and beyond suppression efforts. As reported on Tuesday, the smoke engulfed the Upper Midwest and by today (Wednesday), it pushed eastward into the Northeast. The EPA and the National Meteorological Service (NWS) warned people to limit their exposure to outdoor air. According to several state-specific alerts, people should “consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to reduce the risk of adverse health effects.” States with poor air quality US warnings amid dangerous smoke and air pollution raise concern, particularly for vulnerable populations, including the elderly, kids, and those with heart or respiratory diseases. Air pollution rates across Minnesota and portions of Michigan, Wisconsin, and Iowa are considered “unhealthy” on Wednesday, according to the EPA's (Environmental Protection Agency) AirNow map, which provides a real-time view of air quality. Last month, over 35,000 acres of land were burned by a series of wildfires in Minnesota. Red warning issued Red alerts have been issued in Wisconsin cities like Eau Claire, La Crosse, and Green Bay as AQI ranges from 151-200. It reflects that while individuals of sensitivity could face more severe health problems, some members of the general public may encounter “health effects.” Moreover, the red alert is also issued in Menominee and Iron Mountain in Michigan, Rochester, and a portion of Minneapolis in Minnesota and Mason City in Iowa. Additionally, the NWS also issued Air Quality Advisories to millions of people in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Maine.

There are 174 active wildfires burning across the country as of May 30, according to the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.

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A large wildfire has erupted in a forested area near the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia, prompting authorities to dispatch 20 firefighting vehicles to the scene. Visuals from the scene show thick layers of smoke covering the skyline as locals reported facing difficulties in breathing.

Russia wildfire: Thick smoke engulfs Vostochny Cosmodrome

As massive <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/wildfires">wildfires</a>&nbsp;swept through Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a "national emergency", and warned that the wildfires near Jerusalem could reach the city.
Hundreds of people were forced to flee their homes as the firefights rushed to control the wildfires.&nbsp;
Jerusalem&rsquo;s district fire department commander Shmulik Friedman said that this is "perhaps the largest fire ever in the country."&nbsp;
Moreover, several people have been injured, and as the concerns get severe, the military has been deployed in the region.
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Israel's Magen David Adom rescue agency warned that hundreds of civilians were at risk from the worst brushfires in years. Notably, the alert level had been raised to the highest tier.
<h2>What caused such massive wildfires?&nbsp;</h2>
Israel National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir pointed that arson could be behind the fires.&nbsp;
While police said that he arrested a resident of east Jerusalem who was caught "attempting to set fire to a field in the southern part of the city."&nbsp;
Ben Gvir further warned that the police would arrest anyone "involved in arson terror".&nbsp;
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Later, Israeli PM Netanyahu announced that 18 people had been arrested on suspicion of starting fires outside Jerusalem, while one person was allegedly caught in the act of arson.&nbsp;
"Not a simple thing," Netanyahu said, adding, "There is harm to nature and also harm to people, and we are holding 18 people at the moment who are suspected of arson, one of whom was caught in the act."&nbsp;
&ldquo;We are now in a national emergency, not just a local one. The priority right now is defending Jerusalem," he said.&nbsp;
A man from Jerusalem&rsquo;s Umm Tuba was reportedly caught with a lighter, cotton wool, and other flammable materials after police received a tip-off.
Israel President Isaac Herzog said the wildfires were "part of a climate crisis that we must not ignore."&nbsp;
Israel&rsquo;s firefighting service said 163 ground crews and 12 aircraft were working to contain the flames.&nbsp;
Moreover, military planes have also dropped hundreds of tonnes of retardant to stop the spread of the fires.&nbsp;
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Netanyahu announced that 18 people had been arrested on suspicion of starting fires outside Jerusalem, while one person was allegedly caught in the act of arson. WORLD

As massive wildfires swept through Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared a "national emergency", and warned that the wildfires near Jerusalem could reach the city. Hundreds of people were forced to flee their homes as the firefights rushed to control the wildfires. Jerusalem’s district fire department commander Shmulik Friedman said that this is "perhaps the largest fire ever in the country." Moreover, several people have been injured, and as the concerns get severe, the military has been deployed in the region. Also read: WATCH | Massive sandstorm hits IsraeI amid raging Jerusalem wildfires Israel's Magen David Adom rescue agency warned that hundreds of civilians were at risk from the worst brushfires in years. Notably, the alert level had been raised to the highest tier. What caused such massive wildfires? Israel National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir pointed that arson could be behind the fires. While police said that he arrested a resident of east Jerusalem who was caught "attempting to set fire to a field in the southern part of the city." Ben Gvir further warned that the police would arrest anyone "involved in arson terror". WATCH | Wildfires rage in central Israel; PM Netanyahu visits emergency headquarters Later, Israeli PM Netanyahu announced that 18 people had been arrested on suspicion of starting fires outside Jerusalem, while one person was allegedly caught in the act of arson. "Not a simple thing," Netanyahu said, adding, "There is harm to nature and also harm to people, and we are holding 18 people at the moment who are suspected of arson, one of whom was caught in the act." “We are now in a national emergency, not just a local one. The priority right now is defending Jerusalem," he said. A man from Jerusalem’s Umm Tuba was reportedly caught with a lighter, cotton wool, and other flammable materials after police received a tip-off. Israel President Isaac Herzog said the wildfires were "part of a climate crisis that we must not ignore." Israel’s firefighting service said 163 ground crews and 12 aircraft were working to contain the flames. Moreover, military planes have also dropped hundreds of tonnes of retardant to stop the spread of the fires. WATCH | Israel strikes Al-Mawasi camp: Netanyahu vows to continue Gaza operation

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A massive sandstorm has swept across Lebanon, blanketing the capital city of Beirut and surrounding areas in a thick cloud of dust. Meteorologists say conditions will persist for the next 24 to 48 hours, depending on wind patterns. Watch in for more details!

Sandstorm cloaks Lebanon's capital in haze

The emergency services battles wildfires in central Israel on Wednesday with high temperatures and strong winds advancing the flames towards the hills surrounding Jerusalem forcing the evacuation of several communities. Watch in for more details!

Wildfires rage in central Israel; PM Netanyahu visits emergency headquarters

The UK is battling a record-breaking wildfire season in 2025, with over 24,500 hectares already scorched in just four months. Satellite data reveals more than 110 fires amid unusually dry and warm spring weather, raising serious concerns about climate change and preparedness.

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Wildfires are sweeping through central and southeastern US, with North Carolina, South Carolina, and New Jersey battling intense blazes. Over 200 acres have burned in Polk County, North Carolina, prompting evacuation orders. Firefighters are working tirelessly to contain the flames, as South Carolina declares a state of emergency.

Wildfires rage across Carolinas & New Jersey, evacuations ordered

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, with 16 fire incidents reported in a single day. Watch this report for more details!

State of emergency declared in southeastern South Korea

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Wildfires in San Diego prompt mass evacuations while Southern California continues to suffer from deadly wildfires raging through Los Angeles.

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Amid efforts to bring the devastating wildfires in California under control, an unauthorized drone collided with a firefighting aircraft last week, and the FBI is currently seeking information about the incident. Watch in for more details!

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The death toll from Los Angeles wildfires has risen to 24 as forecasters warn strong winds could fuel the fire even further. At least 16 people were missing and officials are expecting the number to increase.&nbsp;
According to the statement by the Los Angeles County coroner&rsquo;s office on Sunday evening (Jan 12), eight deaths were recorded in the Palisades Fire while 16 others lost their lives in the Eaton Fire.
As firefighters struggle to contain the fire, more than 12,000 structures have been burned in Los Angeles since the first blaze started nearly a week ago on Tuesday (Jan 7). About 150,000 people in Los Angeles County remain under evacuation orders.
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According to Cal Fire, the Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth and Hurst fires have spread across over 62 square miles (160 square kilometres), engulfing an area larger than San Francisco. So far, no cause of the wildfires has been determined.
<h2>Costliest disaster</h2>
The costs of damages have been expected to be between $135 billion and $150 billion, as per the preliminary estimate by AccuWeather, making it possibly the costliest fire for the nation.
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During an interview with NBC, California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the inferno could end up being the worst natural disaster in the history of the United States.
&ldquo;I think it will be in terms of just the costs associated with it, in terms of the scale and scope,&rdquo; he said.
<h2>Forecasters predict dangerous weather</h2>
Forecasters have warned of dangerous weather conditions in Los Angeles amid the raging fire as strong winds are expected to return this week.&nbsp;
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The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for severe fires through Wednesday (Jan 15) with winds of 50 mph (80 kph) along with gusts in the mountain regions reaching 70 mph (113 kph). According to weather service meteorologist Rich Thompson, the most dangerous day for Los Angeles would be Tuesday (Jan 14).
&ldquo;You&rsquo;re going to have really strong gusty Santa Ana winds, a very dry atmosphere and still very dry brush, so we still have some very critical fire weather conditions out there,&rdquo; Thompson said, according to news agency AP.
<h2>Firefighters battle wildfires</h2>
In response to contain the fires, nearly 1,400 fire engines, 84 aircraft and more than 14,000 personnel, including newly arrived firefighters from Mexico, have been deployed.
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Meanwhile, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone has said that 70 additional water trucks have arrived to assist firefighters in battling the inferno as it spread due to the renewed gusts of winds.
&ldquo;We are prepared for the upcoming wind event,&rdquo; Marrone said. Fire retardant dropped by aircraft on Sunday (Jan 12) will act as a barrier along hillsides, officials said. The red-coloured fire retardant helps in preventing the spread of fire by covering the vegetation.
Experts have largely attributed Santa Anas for turning wildfires into devastating infernos that engulfed entire neighbourhoods.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | According to the statement by the Los Angeles County coroner’s office on Sunday evening (Jan 12), eight deaths were recorded in the Palisades Fire while 16 others lost their lives in the Eaton Fire.

The death toll from Los Angeles wildfires has risen to 24 as forecasters warn strong winds could fuel the fire even further. At least 16 people were missing and officials are expecting the number to increase. According to the statement by the Los Angeles County coroner’s office on Sunday evening (Jan 12), eight deaths were recorded in the Palisades Fire while 16 others lost their lives in the Eaton Fire. As firefighters struggle to contain the fire, more than 12,000 structures have been burned in Los Angeles since the first blaze started nearly a week ago on Tuesday (Jan 7). About 150,000 people in Los Angeles County remain under evacuation orders. Also read | LA wildfires update: International crews arrive to battle blaze; death toll at 16 According to Cal Fire, the Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth and Hurst fires have spread across over 62 square miles (160 square kilometres), engulfing an area larger than San Francisco. So far, no cause of the wildfires has been determined. Costliest disaster The costs of damages have been expected to be between $135 billion and $150 billion, as per the preliminary estimate by AccuWeather, making it possibly the costliest fire for the nation. Also read | Disabled child actor dies after water was 'switched off' during LA wildfires During an interview with NBC, California Governor Gavin Newsom said that the inferno could end up being the worst natural disaster in the history of the United States. “I think it will be in terms of just the costs associated with it, in terms of the scale and scope,” he said. Forecasters predict dangerous weather Forecasters have warned of dangerous weather conditions in Los Angeles amid the raging fire as strong winds are expected to return this week. Also read | California Governor Newsom deflects blame as wildfires claim 16 lives The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for severe fires through Wednesday (Jan 15) with winds of 50 mph (80 kph) along with gusts in the mountain regions reaching 70 mph (113 kph). According to weather service meteorologist Rich Thompson, the most dangerous day for Los Angeles would be Tuesday (Jan 14). “You’re going to have really strong gusty Santa Ana winds, a very dry atmosphere and still very dry brush, so we still have some very critical fire weather conditions out there,” Thompson said, according to news agency AP. Firefighters battle wildfires In response to contain the fires, nearly 1,400 fire engines, 84 aircraft and more than 14,000 personnel, including newly arrived firefighters from Mexico, have been deployed. Also read | 'Fires are still raging': Trump calls California politicians 'incompetent' over LA wildfires response Meanwhile, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone has said that 70 additional water trucks have arrived to assist firefighters in battling the inferno as it spread due to the renewed gusts of winds. “We are prepared for the upcoming wind event,” Marrone said. Fire retardant dropped by aircraft on Sunday (Jan 12) will act as a barrier along hillsides, officials said. The red-coloured fire retardant helps in preventing the spread of fire by covering the vegetation. Experts have largely attributed Santa Anas for turning wildfires into devastating infernos that engulfed entire neighbourhoods. (With inputs from agencies)

Los Angeles wildfires: Death toll rises to 24 as forecasters warn of strong winds ahead

The death toll due to the ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles (LA) has climbed to 16, and more fatalities are expected.
According to a report by the news agency Associated Press on Sunday (Jan 12), firefighting crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds returned that could push the flames toward some of the city&rsquo;s&nbsp;most famous landmarks.
Of the 16 deaths reported, five were attributed to the Palisades Fire and 11 resulted from the Eaton Fire.
Here's a look at the latest updates from the calamity:
&gt; According to reports, international firefighting crews arrived in Los Angeles to battle the blaze.&nbsp;
&gt;&nbsp;The National Weather Service said on Sunday that the next few days would prove critical to the firefighting effort, with dry weather and strong winds expected to continue before temperatures would cool toward the end of the week starting Monday.
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&gt;&nbsp;A Red Flag Warning was in place in the Los Angeles and Ventura countries. The warning is also in place in place for other parts of Southern California, including inland Orange County and the Inland Empire, the areas just south and east of Los Angeles.
&gt; According to a report by CNN, there was a chance of light rain next weekend.
&gt; Around 35,000 homes and businesses in Los Angeles were without electricity as of Sunday morning.
&gt; United States (US) President-elect Donald Trump lashed out at California-based politicians over their response in handling the wildfires.
&gt; In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote,&nbsp;"The fires are still raging in LA. The incompetent pols (politicians) have no idea how to put them out. Thousands of magnificent houses are gone, and&nbsp;many more will soon be lost."
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&gt; Trump's remarks came after California Governor Gavin Newsom deflected the blame when&nbsp;he was&nbsp;asked about the public anger over his&nbsp;administration's&nbsp;response to controlling the wildfires, citing he was not getting straight answers.
&gt; During a recent podcast, Governor Newsom said that local leaders and his team failed to provide him with a clear picture of the situation.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending: Around 35,000 homes and businesses in Los Angeles were without electricity as of Sunday morning. Authorities have issued a Red Flag warning for several areas. 

The death toll due to the ravaging wildfires in Los Angeles (LA) has climbed to 16, and more fatalities are expected. According to a report by the news agency Associated Press on Sunday (Jan 12), firefighting crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds returned that could push the flames toward some of the city’s most famous landmarks. Of the 16 deaths reported, five were attributed to the Palisades Fire and 11 resulted from the Eaton Fire. Here's a look at the latest updates from the calamity: > According to reports, international firefighting crews arrived in Los Angeles to battle the blaze. > The National Weather Service said on Sunday that the next few days would prove critical to the firefighting effort, with dry weather and strong winds expected to continue before temperatures would cool toward the end of the week starting Monday. Also read | 'Fires are still raging': Trump calls California politicians 'incompetent' over LA wildfires response > A Red Flag Warning was in place in the Los Angeles and Ventura countries. The warning is also in place in place for other parts of Southern California, including inland Orange County and the Inland Empire, the areas just south and east of Los Angeles. > According to a report by CNN, there was a chance of light rain next weekend. > Around 35,000 homes and businesses in Los Angeles were without electricity as of Sunday morning. > United States (US) President-elect Donald Trump lashed out at California-based politicians over their response in handling the wildfires. > In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump wrote, "The fires are still raging in LA. The incompetent pols (politicians) have no idea how to put them out. Thousands of magnificent houses are gone, and many more will soon be lost." Also read | LA wildfires: Lottery winner loses entire mansion worth $3.8 million in blaze > Trump's remarks came after California Governor Gavin Newsom deflected the blame when he was asked about the public anger over his administration's response to controlling the wildfires, citing he was not getting straight answers. > During a recent podcast, Governor Newsom said that local leaders and his team failed to provide him with a clear picture of the situation. (With inputs from agencies)

LA wildfires update: International crews arrive to battle blaze; death toll at 16

In Los Angeles, multiple wildfires have been burning for days, with firefighters fighting a helpless battle as winds hitting 100 miles (160 kilometres) an hour flung fireballs from house to house, reducing whole streets to ashes. The disastrous inferno has already claimed the lives of 11 people and has destroyed around 10,000 buildings. But what caused it?
<h2>Are LA wildfires caused by arson?</h2>
Investigators as per reports are considering an array of possible things including arson that could've ignited the huge fires.&nbsp;
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On Thursday (Jan 9), the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) took into custody a homeless man on suspicion of arson. The man, as per reports, is believed to have intentionally lighted the Kenneth fire which is tearing through Los Angeles' West Hills at a rapid rate. He was arrested after residents reported seeing a man attempting to start a fire.
However, police are yet to confirm if he is in fact behind the fire.
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<h2>What else could have caused the wildfires in LA?</h2>
In Los Angeles, there are at least five wildfires raging in different areas, of which the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire are the largest.
As per the National Fire Protection Association, lightning is the most common source of forest fires in the US. However, this was quickly ruled out by investigators as there was no report of lighting in the Palisades or the terrain around Eaton, reported AP news agency.
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Fires sparked by utility lines apart from blazes set intentionally are the next probable reason. As per AP, utility fires are yet to be identified as the reason behind the massive wildfires.
Terrie Prosper, communications director of California Public Utilities Commission, told AP that utilities are required to report any &ldquo;electric incidents potentially associated with a wildfire&rdquo;.&nbsp;
South California Edison, which serves the Eaton area, in a report filed with the CPUC on Fridays, said that it has not registered any interruptions to its service.
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&ldquo;Preliminary analysis by SCE of electrical circuit information for the energized transmission lines going through the area for 12 hours prior to the reported start time of the fire shows no interruptions or electrical or operational anomalies until more than one hour after the reported start time of the fire,&rdquo; it said.
<h2>What else could have caused the fires?</h2>
Accidental fires caused by debris burning or fireworks could also be behind the disastrous wildfires.
However, investigators are yet to establish what exactly caused the LA wildfires.
According to scientists, human-caused climate change is behind the altering weather patterns that are&nbsp;exacerbating the disaster.&nbsp;
Years of drought, followed by unusually wet seasons that spurred rampant vegetation growth, have left the region primed to burn.
Meteorologist Daniel Swain noted the unprecedented dryness over recent months, combined with extreme winds, is a key driver of the fires.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The winds are the driver, but the real catalyst&hellip; is this incredible antecedent dryness,&rdquo; Swain explained.
&ldquo;The lack of rain and the anomalous warmth and dryness that we've seen the past six months. That's something that we haven't seen in records going back to the 1800s.&rdquo;&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Investigators explore the causes behind the LA wildfires, which have destroyed around 10,000 properties. They are considering arson and other things as potential sources.

In Los Angeles, multiple wildfires have been burning for days, with firefighters fighting a helpless battle as winds hitting 100 miles (160 kilometres) an hour flung fireballs from house to house, reducing whole streets to ashes. The disastrous inferno has already claimed the lives of 11 people and has destroyed around 10,000 buildings. But what caused it? Are LA wildfires caused by arson? Investigators as per reports are considering an array of possible things including arson that could've ignited the huge fires. Also read | LA wildfires: Police detain 'homeless suspect' for starting Kenneth fire On Thursday (Jan 9), the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) took into custody a homeless man on suspicion of arson. The man, as per reports, is believed to have intentionally lighted the Kenneth fire which is tearing through Los Angeles' West Hills at a rapid rate. He was arrested after residents reported seeing a man attempting to start a fire. However, police are yet to confirm if he is in fact behind the fire. Also read | LA wildfires: Ex-Olympian Gary Hall's gold medals lost in inferno What else could have caused the wildfires in LA? In Los Angeles, there are at least five wildfires raging in different areas, of which the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire are the largest. As per the National Fire Protection Association, lightning is the most common source of forest fires in the US. However, this was quickly ruled out by investigators as there was no report of lighting in the Palisades or the terrain around Eaton, reported AP news agency. Also read | LA wildfires: Bloodbath in insurers stocks as losses top $20 billion Fires sparked by utility lines apart from blazes set intentionally are the next probable reason. As per AP, utility fires are yet to be identified as the reason behind the massive wildfires. Terrie Prosper, communications director of California Public Utilities Commission, told AP that utilities are required to report any “electric incidents potentially associated with a wildfire”. South California Edison, which serves the Eaton area, in a report filed with the CPUC on Fridays, said that it has not registered any interruptions to its service. Also read | Paris Hilton donates $100,000, launches emergency fund for victims of LA wildfires “Preliminary analysis by SCE of electrical circuit information for the energized transmission lines going through the area for 12 hours prior to the reported start time of the fire shows no interruptions or electrical or operational anomalies until more than one hour after the reported start time of the fire,” it said. What else could have caused the fires? Accidental fires caused by debris burning or fireworks could also be behind the disastrous wildfires. However, investigators are yet to establish what exactly caused the LA wildfires. According to scientists, human-caused climate change is behind the altering weather patterns that are exacerbating the disaster. Years of drought, followed by unusually wet seasons that spurred rampant vegetation growth, have left the region primed to burn. Meteorologist Daniel Swain noted the unprecedented dryness over recent months, combined with extreme winds, is a key driver of the fires. “The winds are the driver, but the real catalyst… is this incredible antecedent dryness,” Swain explained. “The lack of rain and the anomalous warmth and dryness that we've seen the past six months. That's something that we haven't seen in records going back to the 1800s.” (With inputs from agencies)

LA wildfires: What caused the inferno that has already destroyed 10,000 properties?

As raging wildfires burnt down more than 10,000 homes and buildings in the Los Angeles area with no relief in sight, reports have emerged claiming the county mayor, Karen Bass, rejected a help offer from the New York Fire Department. New York Post reported that New York City Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker had extended an offer &ldquo;in recent days&rdquo; to help battle the wildfires in the West Coast state. The report added that JetBlue Airlines had even offered to pay for the flights carrying &ldquo;the city smoke-eaters&rdquo; across the country from the Big Apple to Los Angeles.
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However, Bass rejected the offer saying fighting wildfires is &ldquo;a whole different beast&rdquo; that required special training and was much different from putting out flames in buildings, reported the Post quoting sources.
This response by the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-pics-massive-wildfire-engulfs-los-angeles-suburb-8602879" rel="dofollow">Los Angeles</a> mayor is believed to have stunned observers.
Los Angeles Fire Chief Anthony Marrone had said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that his forces were losing the battle as crews got overwhelmed.
&ldquo;There are not enough firefighters in LA County to address four separate fires of this magnitude,&rdquo; he had when four blazes were raging.
<h2>LA fire chief slammed city leadership for budget cuts</h2>
Earlier, Los Angeles Fire Chief Kirstin Crowley had slammed the county leadership for cutting down budget of the fire department. During an interview, Crowley was asked whether Bass had failed the fire department to which she responded: &ldquo;Yes.&rdquo;
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&nbsp;&ldquo;We are screaming to be properly funded to make sure that our firefighters can do their jobs so that we can serve the community,&rdquo; the fire chief was quoted as saying by KTTV news outlet.
<h2>Death toll rises to 11</h2>
The LA medical examiner&rsquo;s office said on Saturday that the death toll in the deadly wildfires in southern California had risen to 11.
Five causalities occurred due to the Palisades fire, and the other six resulted from the Eaton fire, said officials. The death toll is expected to go up further as assessments of affected neighbourhoods continue
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Bass rejected the offer saying fighting wildfires is “a whole different beast” that required special training and was different from putting out flames in buildings.

As raging wildfires burnt down more than 10,000 homes and buildings in the Los Angeles area with no relief in sight, reports have emerged claiming the county mayor, Karen Bass, rejected a help offer from the New York Fire Department. New York Post reported that New York City Fire Commissioner Robert Tucker had extended an offer “in recent days” to help battle the wildfires in the West Coast state. The report added that JetBlue Airlines had even offered to pay for the flights carrying “the city smoke-eaters” across the country from the Big Apple to Los Angeles. Also read: LA wildfires: Iconic Hollywood sign damaged? Here's what we know so far However, Bass rejected the offer saying fighting wildfires is “a whole different beast” that required special training and was much different from putting out flames in buildings, reported the Post quoting sources. This response by the Los Angeles mayor is believed to have stunned observers. Los Angeles Fire Chief Anthony Marrone had said on Wednesday (Jan 8) that his forces were losing the battle as crews got overwhelmed. “There are not enough firefighters in LA County to address four separate fires of this magnitude,” he had when four blazes were raging. LA fire chief slammed city leadership for budget cuts Earlier, Los Angeles Fire Chief Kirstin Crowley had slammed the county leadership for cutting down budget of the fire department. During an interview, Crowley was asked whether Bass had failed the fire department to which she responded: “Yes.” Also read: LA Wildfires: NFL, teams donate $5 million to help tackle inferno “We are screaming to be properly funded to make sure that our firefighters can do their jobs so that we can serve the community,” the fire chief was quoted as saying by KTTV news outlet. Death toll rises to 11 The LA medical examiner’s office said on Saturday that the death toll in the deadly wildfires in southern California had risen to 11. Five causalities occurred due to the Palisades fire, and the other six resulted from the Eaton fire, said officials. The death toll is expected to go up further as assessments of affected neighbourhoods continue (With inputs from agencies)

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