The blaze on Tenerife has burned almost 10,000 acres and forced thousands of residents in the north to lock down or flee.
Tag: Evacuations and Evacuees
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Canada Wildfire Forces Citywide Evacuation of Yellowknife
Officials told residents to clear out of the Northwest Territories city of Yellowknife by Friday afternoon. Most were expected to flee south by road.
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As Maui Tries to Recover From Wildfires, Residents Say Aid Is Scant
Days after the wildfire that destroyed Lahaina, those staying nearby say private volunteers have served as far more of a lifeline than federal and local agencies.
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Planning to Visit Hawaii? What to Know About Fires on Maui and Big Island
Devastating fires on Maui and the Big Island have destroyed businesses and homes, and caused at least six deaths. They are also upending tourism, leaving travelers wondering what to do.
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Wildfires and Deadly Floods Hit Europe
The extreme weather across the continent this summer has destroyed huge amounts of land, forced many to evacuate, and in some cases caused deaths.