The blaze on the island of La Palma has driven some 4,000 residents from their homes and burned about 10,000 acres. It could be a harbinger of weather-related crises this summer in Europe.
Tag: Wildfires
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Canada Wildfires Smoke Returns to Pollute U.S. Air
Wildfires in western Canada are expected to create smoky conditions in the United States again this week.
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U.S. Heat Wave Shows No Signs of Abating
Tens of millions of people are facing dangerous levels of heat this week, especially in the South and West.
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As Climate Shocks Multiply, Designers Seek Holy Grail: Disaster-Proof Homes
The homebuilding industry has been slow to adopt changes that can better protect against extreme weather. Some architects are showing what’s possible.
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The Heat Wave Across the South and Southwest: By the Numbers
Lots of triple-digit numbers tell the story of the early summer’s torrid heat wave.