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May 7, 2025 at 4:59 PM

Smoke from climate-fueled wildfires contributed to thousands of US deaths over 15 years, study says

A new study out in the journal Nature Communications Earth & Environment finds that wildfires fueled by climate change are linked to as many as thousands of annual deaths and billions of dollars in economic burden
May 7, 2025 at 4:59 PM
May 5, 2025 at 10:10 AM

Sunset Road Fire triples in size overnight

Meteorologist Dani Beckstrom reported on dry conditions fueling a fast-moving wildfire near a popular vacation resort in North Carolina.
May 5, 2025 at 10:10 AM
VIDEO: Sunset Road Fire triples in size overnight
May 3, 2025 at 1:52 AM

Police arrest second teenager in connection with massive Ocean City, NJ wildfire

Prosecutors say the two suspects set wooden pallets on fire before leaving the area.
May 3, 2025 at 1:52 AM
VIDEO: Police arrest second teenager in connection with massive Ocean City, NJ wildfire
May 3, 2025 at 1:41 AM

Teen suspect in New Jersey arson allegedly left fire to go meet friend

A second teenager has been arrested for arson in connection with a New Jersey wildfire, officials said.
May 3, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Smoke rises from scorched vegetation during the Jones Road Fire near Lacey Township in Ocean County, New Jersey, on April 23, 2025.
May 2, 2025 at 6:31 AM

Los Angeles homeowners begin to rebuild after devastating wildfires

Nearly four months after wildfires reduced thousands of Los Angeles-area homes to rubble and ash, some residents are starting to rebuild
May 2, 2025 at 6:31 AM
Kathryn Frazier visits her fire-damaged property, which she plans to rebuild, in Altadena, Calif., on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
May 2, 2025 at 1:17 AM

Multiple fire departments battle large brush fire on Cape Cod, Massachusetts

What started as a controlled burn at Joint Base Cape Cod has exploded into a major brush fire in Sandwich, Massachusetts.
May 2, 2025 at 1:17 AM
VIDEO: Multiple fire departments battle large brush fire on Cape Cod, Massachusetts
May 1, 2025 at 3:15 PM

Firefighters battle wildfire in Israel

The fires have torched 6,000 acres of land west of Jerusalem.
May 1, 2025 at 3:15 PM
VIDEO: Firefighters battle wildfire in Israel
May 1, 2025 at 12:41 PM

Several countries sending firefighting planes to Israel to help tackle major wildfire

Several countries are sending firefighting aircraft to Israel as crews battle for a second day to extinguish a wildfire that had shut down a major highway linking Tel Aviv and Jerusalem and sent drivers scrambling from their cars
May 1, 2025 at 12:41 PM
An Israeli firefighter battles a wildfire near Latrun, Israel, outside of Jerusalem, Thursday, May 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg)
April 27, 2025 at 9:11 PM

New Jersey wildfire: Windy conditions are 'not helping things'

Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire in New Jersey that has burned over 15,000 acres, with strong winds on Sunday complicating their efforts, officials said.
April 27, 2025 at 9:11 PM
New Jersey Forest Fire Service fire crews operate to extinguish the flames of the Jones Road Fire near Lacey Township in Ocean County, New Jersey, on April 23, 2025.
April 25, 2025 at 9:59 PM

Drone video captures wildfires at state forest in Pennsylvania

Two wildfires have sparked at a state forest in Pennsylvania, drone video has revealed.
April 25, 2025 at 9:59 PM
A fire burns in Thompson Hollow Fire in Cumberland County, PA, April 24, 2025.
April 25, 2025 at 3:59 PM

Communities are replanting trees after devastating wildfires

This Arbor Day, local organizations and arborists express the importance of planting trees after devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
April 25, 2025 at 3:59 PM
This Arbor Day, local organizations and arborists express the importance of planting trees after devastating wildfires in Los Angeles.
April 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM

Teenager charged with arson in New Jersey wildfire

A 19-year-old is facing charges after he allegedly set a bonfire and walked away leaving it to burn, causing the massive Jones Road Fire.
April 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
VIDEO: Teenager charged with arson in New Jersey wildfire
April 25, 2025 at 11:24 AM

Teen charged with allegedly starting massive New Jersey wildfire

More than 15,000 acres are burning in New Jersey as winds are expected to continue Thursday and smoke will hit the New York City area.
April 25, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Smoke rises from scorched vegetation during the Jones Road Fire near Lacey Township in Ocean County, New Jersey, on April 23, 2025.
April 25, 2025 at 9:46 AM

Arbor Day: How Los Angeles is replanting trees after devastating wildfires

ABC News joined The Arbor Day Foundation and the Altadena nonprofit Amigos de los Rios to discuss replanting and preserving trees in the wake of the Eaton Fire.
April 25, 2025 at 9:46 AM
ABC News joined The Arbor Day Foundation and the Altadena nonprofit Amigos de los Rios to discuss replanting and preserving trees in the wake of the Eaton Fire.
April 25, 2025 at 7:28 AM

Teen arrested, facing arson charges in connection to massive New Jersey brush fire

A 19-year-old suspect is facing arson charges in the Jones Road Fire, one of the largest wildfires in New Jersey in the last 20 years. The smoke has triggered air quality alerts in New York City.
April 25, 2025 at 7:28 AM
VIDEO: Teen arrested, facing arson charges in connection to massive New Jersey brush fire
April 25, 2025 at 4:38 AM

Left alone by humans, wildlife returns to the Eaton Fire burn area

Four months after the Los Angeles area wildfires tore through the Angeles National Forest and destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses in Altadena, wildlife is returning to the Eaton Fire burn area and scientists are closely tracking them
April 25, 2025 at 4:38 AM
New homes are built next to burned homes at La Viña gated community adjacent to the Chaney Trail Corridor, in an area affected by the Eaton Fire, in Altadena, Calif., on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
April 24, 2025 at 9:46 PM

Teenager charged with starting massive New Jersey wildfire

A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of starting a massive New Jersey wildfire that has consumed 13,000 acres, authorities said. ABC News’ Trevor Ault reports.
April 24, 2025 at 9:46 PM
VIDEO: Teenager charged with starting massive New Jersey wildfire
April 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM

Teen arrested for allegedly starting New Jersey wildfire

Joseph King, 19, was arrested for allegedly starting the Jones Road Wildfire in New Jersey. Plus, there are air quality concerns as winds are expected to blow smoke into the New York City area.
April 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
VIDEO: New Jersey wildfire only 50% contained
April 24, 2025 at 12:59 PM

New Jersey wildfire explodes to 13,250 acres, could be largest in nearly 20 years

A wildfire in New Jersey exploded to approximately 13,250 acres since it was first reported on Tuesday.
April 24, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Firefighters battle a house fire, April 23, 2025, in Lacey Township, N.J.
April 24, 2025 at 12:20 AM

State of emergency as massive New Jersey wildfire triples in size

The Jones Road fire, about 90 miles south of NYC, was first reported Tuesday morning and has burned more than 12,000 acres.
April 24, 2025 at 12:20 AM
VIDEO: State of emergency as massive New Jersey wildfire triples in size
April 23, 2025 at 9:59 PM

Jones Road Wildfire could be largest in 20 years in New Jersey

he Jones Road Wildfire in New Jersey has exploded to 12,000 acres after igniting Tuesday in Ocean County, threatening more than 1,000 structures and causing thousands of people to evacuate.
April 23, 2025 at 9:59 PM
he Jones Road Wildfire in New Jersey has exploded to 12,000 acres after igniting Tuesday in Ocean County, threatening more than 1,000 structures and causing thousands of people to evacuate.
April 23, 2025 at 9:03 PM

State of emergency declared as New Jersey wildfire explodes to 11,500 acres

The Jones Road Wildfire is currently under 30% containment.
April 23, 2025 at 9:03 PM
The Jones Road Wildfire is currently under 30% containment.
April 23, 2025 at 3:05 PM

Wildfire in New Jersey forces thousands of evacuations

The Jones Road Fire has quickly exploded in size, swallowing 8,500 acres and is only 10% contained.
April 23, 2025 at 3:05 PM
VIDEO: Wildfire in New Jersey forces thousands of evacuations
April 23, 2025 at 12:17 AM

Large brush fire triggers evacuations in parts of New Jersey

The fast-burning fire has scorched at least 1,200 acres in Ocean County and is 0% contained.
April 23, 2025 at 12:17 AM
VIDEO: Large brush fire triggers evacuations in parts of New Jersey
April 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM

6 million under red flag warnings as extreme fire danger increases in Southwest

More than 6 million people in multiple states across the Southwest and South Plains are under red flag warnings on Thursday.
April 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Sunset at the Sandia Mountains east of Albuquerque, New Mexico, is captured along with a rainbow in this undated photo. The entire state of New Mexico is under red flag warnings, April 17, 2025, as wildfire danger increases throughout the Southwest.
April 17, 2025 at 12:43 PM

Critical fire danger in Southwest

ABC News’ Sam Champion has the latest on the fire threat in parts of the Southwest and Southern Plains.
April 17, 2025 at 12:43 PM
VIDEO: Critical fire danger in Southwest
April 16, 2025 at 2:36 PM

Wildfire risk threatens millions in Southwest

Extreme wildfire risks pose a threat to parts of the Southwest on Thursday, due to warmer temperatures, high winds and a low relative humidity, officials said.
April 16, 2025 at 2:36 PM
A dry river bed is seen following a dry winter season in Arizona.
April 15, 2025 at 5:24 PM

Cameron Mathison opens up about losing his home in California fires

The actor also shares the latest details on new episodes of his hit game show, "Beat the Bridge.”
April 15, 2025 at 5:24 PM
VIDEO: Cameron Mathison opens up about losing his home in California fires
1 month ago

Concert helps rebuild hope and community for those ravaged by LA fires

ABC News’ Melissa Adan reports on a free concert by the LA Philharmonic, headlined by Christina Aguilera and Gustavo Dudamel, to support first responders and victims of January’s wildfires.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Concert helps rebuild hope and community for those ravaged by LA fires
1 month ago

Teens who allegedly failed to put out cigarettes accused of causing massive wildfire

The three teenagers are accused of causing the Table Rock Fire after failing to extinguish cigarettes while on a hiking trail, officials said.
1 month ago
Smoke rises at the Table Rock complex fire near Pumpkintown, South Carolina, March 29, 2025.
1 month ago

Silver Fire in California spreads beyond 1,500 acres, prompts evacuations

A vegetation fire in California rapidly spread beyond 1,500 acres on Monday. Firefighters stopped its spread as of Monday evening, according to Cal Fire.
1 month ago
A vegetation fire in California rapidly spread to 1,000 acres on Sunday, prompting evacuations of parts of Inyo and Mono counties.
1 month ago

Silver Fire in California spreads to 1,000 acres, prompts evacuations

Parts of Inyo and Mono counties were evacuated Sunday.
1 month ago
Silver Fire in California spreads to 1,000 acres, prompts evacuations
1 month ago

Massive South Carolina wildfire jumps border, spreads into North Carolina

A massive wildfire burning in South Carolina jumped the border Saturday and was spreading Sunday into North Carolina.
1 month ago
Timothy Demerski watches his tee shot at Rock Golf Club and Resort as smoke billows from the Table Rock complex fire, March 29, 2025, near Rocky Bottom, South Carolina.
1 month ago

Table Rock fire crosses into North Carolina

The Table Rock wildfire has crossed into North Carolina, but officials say conditions are improving. ABC News' Faith Abubey reports from Pickens, South Carolina.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Table Rock fire crosses into North Carolina
1 month ago

Firefighters in South Carolina race to fight against the raging Table Rock fire

The raging Table Rock wildfire in South Carolina has scorched more than 10,000 acres and crossed into North Carolina.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Firefighters in South Carolina race to fight against the raging Table Rock fire
1 month ago

Dangerous wildfires spread in Carolinas as tornadoes threaten Midwest

The latest on the dangerous wildfires spreading in the Carolinas as tornado warnings go into effect in the heartland.
1 month ago
Dangerous wildfires spread in Carolinas as tornadoes threaten Midwest
1 month ago

Wildfires continue to rage across the Carolinas

More than 10,000 acres burned and one of those fires is now the highest priority blaze in America.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Wildfires continue to rage across the Carolinas
1 month ago

How Hollywood is helping victims of the Los Angeles wildfires

ABC News’ Rebecca Jarvis shines a light on how Hollywood studios are teaming up to help victims of rebuild their homes.  
1 month ago
VIDEO: How Hollywood is helping victims of the Los Angeles wildfires
1 month ago

Carolina wildfires: High winds, low humidity significantly increase threat

Strong winds and low humidity could create worsening conditions in the Carolinas on Friday, as wildfires continue to rage throughout both states, officials said.
1 month ago
A firefighter lights a protective backburn fire to control the Black Cove Fire Wednesday, March 26, 2025, in Saluda, N.C.
1 month ago

Thousands of acres scorched in Carolinas wildfires

Millions are on high alert as wildfires rage in North and South Carolina, with the Black Cove complex near Asheville now deemed the highest fire priority across the entire country.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Thousands of acres scorches in Carolinas wildfires
1 month ago

South Carolina firefighters battle intense wildfires as evacuations expand

Evacuations expanded as U.S. firefighters combat wildfires, while dry conditions and gusty winds fuel ongoing threats across the East Coast.
1 month ago
VIDEO: South Carolina firefighters battle intense wildfires as evacuations expand
1 month ago

Evacuations underway as wildfires rage in the Carolinas

Mandatory evacuations were ordered in several counties across both states as multiple wildfires ravaged parts of North and South Carolina.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Evacuations underway as wildfires rage in the Carolinas
1 month ago

Wildfire alerts for 16 million Americans across the East Coast

With dry conditions and high winds, danger continues to grow in the Carolinas as multiple wildfires destroy nearly a dozen homes.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Wildfire alerts for 16 million Americans across the East Coast
1 month ago

Wildfires raging in the Carolinas prompt evacuations

ABC News' Ginger Zee reports the latest on the evacuations in North and South Carolina as powerful wind gusts threaten to spread the flames even more.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Wildfires raging in the Carolinas prompt evacuations
1 month ago

At least 11 homes destroyed in North Carolina wildfires, officials say

Three stubborn North Carolina wildfires burning for nearly a week in the same county continue to give firefighters a tough time, officials said.
1 month ago
Troutman Fire Department firefighter Sam Mills watches a backburn preventative fire set to stop the spread of the Deep Woods Fire, March 23, 2025, in Columbus, North Carolina.
1 month ago

Wildfires force mandatory evacuations in North Carolina

Mandatory evacuations orders are in place after three massive wildfires broke out near Ashville, North Carolina.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Wildfires force mandatory evacuations in North Carolina
1 month ago

Wildfires force evacuations in North Carolina

ABC News’ Ginger Zee is tracking the latest on the wildfires in North Carolina and this heat wave in the West.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Wildfires force evacuations in North Carolina
2 months ago

‘Get them here now!’: Dramatic 911 calls released from Eaton Fire

Phone calls from the Sierra Madre Police Department reveal the confusion and panic from area residents during the fatal fire that broke out Jan. 7.
2 months ago
Phone calls from the Sierra Madre Police Department reveal the confusion and panic from area residents during the fatal fire that broke out Jan. 7.
2 months ago

3 fires burning in same North Carolina county prompt evacuations

Evacuation orders were issued Sunday for parts of Polk County, North Carolina, where three large wildfires have burned more than 4,000 acres combined, officials said.
2 months ago
Firefighters battle one of three large brush fires, March 22, 2025, in Polk County, North Carolina.
2 months ago

Over 25 million under red flag warnings with heightened risk of wildfires

Gusty winds and wildfire warnings persist in several states, with some areas still fighting existing flames.
2 months ago
Miami Dade fire crews work on a brush fire along U.S. 1 highway, near Homestead, Fla., on March 21, 2025.
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