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A state of emergency is in effect in several Georgia counties as wildfires spread. Seth Hawkins from the Georgia Forestry Service reported that resources are being…
A significant wildfire erupted near Conner Nelson Road in Nassau County, Florida, on April 17, 2026. By 6:55 p.m., the fire had expanded to 300 acres…
In McDowell County, the Jumping Branch Fire has burned nearly 200 acres and is 20% contained, reportedly started by a discarded cigarette. The fire spread rapidly…
Douglas County Volunteer Fire Departments are dispatching crews and equipment to Western Nebraska to assist with the Cottonwood and Morrill fires. The deployment was led by…
A wildfire occurred in eastern Russell County, near Lake Wilson, on March 12, 2026. Quick action by local units, utilizing the Wildfire Automatic Response (WAR) protocol,…
As Pennsylvania approaches its spring wildfire season, three volunteer fire companies—Hepburn Township ($13,525), Waterville ($6,000), and Mildred ($15,000)—have received grants to enhance their wildfire protection capabilities.…
A wildfire in South Florida has burned over 25,000 acres in the Everglades, with smoke expected to impact Highlands County by mid to late morning on…
Deschutes County is exploring biochar production to manage woody debris from wildfire fuel reduction projects. The county plans to use air curtain burners—specialized equipment that burns…
Thurston County is advancing its salmon recovery efforts despite funding uncertainties. A $10 million funding package is being sought to enhance the Deschutes River basin. Key…
Pacific County will receive $618,496 in grants from the Washington State Salmon Recovery Funding Board for three salmon habitat restoration projects. These efforts are crucial for…