Wildfires

Etosha fire destruction draws global attention

Werner Pillich/AP Photo via Al Jazeera The fire in Etosha National Park has gained both local and international attention after destroying more than a million hectares of land. Authorities are facing criticism over what many view as a slow response to the blaze, which has spread across vast areas despite ongoing firefighting efforts. Professor Morgan Hauptfleisch, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Natural Resources and Spatial Sciences at the Namibia […]

30 September, 2025

Environment

Government officials assess wildlife losses as Etosha fires continue

Etosha wildfire 2025 (Photo by: NBC) Wildfires continue to rage through Etosha National Park and parts of the Omusati and Oshana regions, with over 450 personnel battling to contain the flames. Efforts have been hampered by strong winds and dry conditions, making the fire difficult to control. The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism has confirmed that assessments are still underway to determine the extent of wildlife losses in the […]

30 September, 2025

Environment

Wildfires Rage Across Etosha and Surrounding Communities

Minister of Environment Indileni Daniel confirmed that wildfires that began on 22 September in Etosha National Park have engulfed about 775,000 hectares within the park and 171,000 hectares outside, impacting nearby communities. Extensive firefighting operations are underway, involving MEFT staff, soldiers, police, regional councils, and private sector partners, using helicopters, fire engines, and tankers. Residents and visitors are strongly advised to stay cautious as the fires, fueled by dry vegetation and […]

29 September, 2025

Environment

Greece struggles with multiple wildfires caused by heatwave

GreeWildfires in Albania forced people to evacuate their homes on Monday (Photo: BBC) Firefighters across Greece are battling multiple wildfires as the country endures a severe heatwave, with over 152 new fires reported in just the past three hours. Thousands of residents have been evacuated from high-risk areas, as temperatures soar above 40°C. According to Sky News, nearly 4,850 firefighters, supported by helicopters and ground crews, are actively engaged in […]

14 August, 2025

World

Los Angeles winds ease, helping efforts to put out fires

The US National Weather Service says dangerous conditions are expected in California next week, which could impede efforts to put out major fires there. A nine-day wind siege has finally ended in the area - offering relief to firefighters continuing to battle several blazes in Los Angeles and its surrounding areas. The fires have killed at least 25 people so far, and many others are missing. Sally Patterson reports. […]

17 January, 2025

World

New danger emerges as California fires rage on

In the U.S, officials in California are concerned about the growing threat of new wildfires, with strong winds expected to worsen conditions across the state. The fires have already claimed at least 24 lives and displaced more than 100,000 people. Mitch McCann reports:

15 January, 2025

World

LA fires: 0% contained in unprecedented disaster

Fire officials in Los Angeles say they still have no part of the 27,000 acre wildfires under control. More than 2000 properties and buildings have been destroyed and around 180,000 people have been told to evacuate. The city's mayor says high winds and droughts have created the "perfect storm". Ira Spitzer is in LA and has been surveying the damage.

10 January, 2025

World

U.S City Of LA tackling most devastating fire in city’s history

Wildfires are continuing to rage through the U.S city of Los Angeles, with tens of thousands of residents forced to evacuate. At least five people have died so far, with the fires spreading at an unprecedented pace. It's now the largest fire in the city's history. Ira Spitzer reports from LA.

9 January, 2025

Environment

Wildfires in South Africa are set to increase: how legal action can help the country adapt better to climate change

By Tracy-Lynn Field, University of the Witwatersrand As climate change drives temperature increases and lower precipitation in southern Africa, research has found that there is likely to be an increase in the number of wildfires in regions that are already hot, dry and water scarce. Massive wildfires broke out in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province on 12 and 13 July 2024, killing six firefighters who were […]

18 July, 2024