Snow levels across the western United States have dropped to one of their lowest points in 40 years. Scientists warn that this snow drought could set the stage for an…
Emily JacobsMarch 5, 2026
Los Alerces National Park in Argentina’s Patagonia now looks like a battlefield. Thick smoke rises in towering clouds. Flames light up the night sky. Even the moon glows orange through…
Emily JacobsFebruary 3, 2026
Chile is facing another devastating wildfire crisis. Fires burning across the center and south of the country have killed at least 19 people and forced around 50,000 residents to evacuate.…
Emily JacobsJanuary 20, 2026
California has reached a rare milestone. For the first time in 25 years, the entire state is free from drought. This marks a major shift after decades of dry conditions.…
Emily JacobsJanuary 13, 2026
A powerful atmospheric river storm hit California on Wednesday, causing dangerous flooding, strong winds and heavy mountain snow. Evacuation orders and warnings were issued across multiple counties as the risk…
Emily JacobsDecember 25, 2025
After Governor Newsom’s order encouraging prescribed and cultural burning, California State Parks is increasing controlled burns to improve ecosystem health and lower wildfire risk. Support for this approach is being…
Emily JacobsDecember 10, 2025
Below are summaries from the National Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook. The National Interagency Fire Center published the outlook for the period of December 2025 through March 2026. Additionally, the…
Emily JacobsDecember 5, 2025
A major milestone has been reached in Pacific Palisades. The first home rebuilt after the Los Angeles wildfires has been completed. The moment has been marked as a sign of…
Emily JacobsNovember 25, 2025
Below are summaries from the National Significant Wildland Fire Potential Outlook. The National Interagency Fire Center published the outlook for the period of November 2025 through February 2026. Additionally, the…
Emily JacobsNovember 4, 2025
