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Washington Wildfire Crisis: 65,000 Evacuated as Flames Destroy Hundreds of Homes

Escalating wildfires across Washington state have forced the evacuation of 65,000 residents and destroyed over 700 homes. Authorities have arrested a suspect linked to one blaze, while multiple fires remain largely uncontained.

By Khairul Anuar · 4 Aug 2026 · 4 min read

Greece Battles Massive Wildfires as Flames Threaten Athens-Area City of Megara

Hundreds of Greek firefighters battle a major wildfire spreading toward Megara, 50km west of Athens, with support from international crews. At least 500 personnel are deployed across multiple fire zones.

By Khairul Anuar · 2 Aug 2026 · 3 min read

France Faces Record Wildfire Crisis With Nearly 40,000 Hectares Burnt This Year

France is grappling with its worst wildfire season since World War II, with almost 40,000 hectares of forest and vegetation destroyed so far in 2026 amid exceptional heat conditions, according to Interior Minister Laurent Nunez.

By Khairul Anuar · 20 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

Wildfire Suppression Aircraft Crashes in Canada's Northwest Territories, Three Killed

A Cessna O-1 aircraft fighting wildfires in Canada's Northwest Territories has crashed, killing three people on board. The crash occurred during suppression efforts for a fire in the Marten Hills region.

By Rajesh Kumar · 26 Jun 2026 · 3 min read

Washington Wildfire Crisis: 65,000 Evacuated as Flames Destroy Hundreds of Homes

Greece Battles Massive Wildfires as Flames Threaten Athens-Area City of Megara

France Faces Record Wildfire Crisis With Nearly 40,000 Hectares Burnt This Year

Wildfire Suppression Aircraft Crashes in Canada's Northwest Territories, Three Killed

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