wildfires

Wildfire endangers homes and factories in Samaria

Footage shows animals attempting to flee the inferno as it approaches a nature reserve.

Two UAVs intercepted over Galilee; Fire in forest near Tzfat

Two firefighting crews are working to extinguish a blaze in Birya forest caused by shrapnel from an interceptor missile.

Concerning trend

Arson cases in Judea and Samaria spike by over 100%

In the past week alone, firefighters have tended to around 600 fires in open areas in Judea and Samaria, while a normal week sees 30-40.

Biden's joke about cadaver dog draws online ire

US President Joe Biden is facing online criticism after a remark about a cadaver dog at work in the Hawaii disaster area.

As death toll rises, Jewish groups work to help Maui evacuees

Jewish groups launch relief effort for Maui as island’s Jews are among the evacuated.

Wildfires in Hawaii kill at least 6, prompt evacuations

At least six people dead in wildfires in the island of Maui, after winds from Hurricane Dora and dry conditions ignite blazes.

Greece's offer to tourists affected by wildfires

Greek PM announces tourists whose vacations were ruined by fires are eligible for a free vacation in Rhodes in 2024.

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Plane crashes while fighting Greece wildfires

Condition of 2 firefighters unknown after plane crashes on island of Evia.

Israeli teams begin fighting Greek wildfires

The Israeli delegation is a cooperative of the National Security Ministery, Israel Fire and Rescue Services, Israel Police, and the IDF.

Israel to send planes to fight Greek wildfires

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided to send two Elad class firefighting planes to assist for several days, as needed.

Orange skies

Canada wildfires cause thick haze across US East Coast

Schools cancel outdoor activities, flights halted and millions of Americans urged to stay indoors.

Europe wildfires burn second biggest area in two decades

Record wildfires in Southern Europe have burned huge swatch of land with fire season only half over.

Watch: Man caught in wildfire escapes with clothes ablaze

A Spanish man trying to protect his town from a wildfire came inches from being burned to death Monday.

2 large fires spread in northern Israel

Firefighters struggle to bring blazes which broke out in Golan Heights and Kiryat Shmona under control.

Tens of thousands evacuated following fires outside Denver

Two towns near Boulder evacuated after wildfires burn some 580 homes, a hotel and a shopping center.

California Giant Sequoias hit hard by wildfires

'It's alarming that we're losing Giant Sequoias, because if there's a tree that can handle fire, this is it.'

Algeria blames Israel and Morocco for wildfires

Algeria says group backed by Morocco and Israel is one of two groups responsible for devastating wildfires that hit the country this month.

Watch: 42 dead as wildfires engulf Algeria

Forest fires in Algeria killed 42 people, including 25 soldiers, as authorities blamed arsonists for the destruction.

Israel to send fire fighter delegation to Greece

Following Greek government's request for assistance, Foreign Ministers of Israel & Greece met and approved delegation.

Large fire in Jerusalem hills threatening nearby towns

The blaze, which broke out near Neve Ilan, has spread to the outskirts of the capital and is threatening nearby towns.

Boy, 13, killed while trying to save grandmother from wildfire

Teenager in Oregon attempting to evacuate before wildfire hits goes back to save grandmother, both burned to death in family car.

Israeli firefighters arrive in Calif. to help battle wildfires

Israeli firefighters arrived in Sacramento, California, to assist with battling a wave of wildfires sweeping through the area.

'Australia fires are impacting physical, mental health'

Doctors in Australia are warning citizens about serious public health effects resulting from the country’s devastating wildfires.

In first for Australia, reservists called up to battle wildfires

Soaring temperatures in Australia, breaking a heat record of 80 years, has escalated disaster 'to entirely new level,' Australian PM says.

Jewish institutions closed amid California wildfires

Jewish institutions in LA area, northern California close, residents evacuate amid spate of large wildfires.

Fires rage in Beit Shemesh, near Nazareth

Multiple wildfires being battled across Israel. Fire near Highway 375 suspected to be arson.

Israeli delegation lands in Ethiopia to help fight wildfire

Israel sends 10 firefighters to Ethiopia to help fight large fire which has raged for 2 weeks.

KKL-JNF offers help for California forest fires recovery

Israeli environmental organization offers aid to US Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service after devastating California fires.

Rabbi saves Torah scrolls from destruction in California fires

Community leader rescues scrolls as wildfire engulfs area in Thousand Oaks, CA - where shooter had killed 12 only a day before.

Greenblatt: Israelis, Arabs once fought fires together

US special envoy recalls how PA firefighters helped battle blazes in Israel in 2010 and 2016 while blasting Hamas for arson terror in south.

California Jewish camp cancels final session over forest fires

Camp Tawonga in Northern California cancels camp due to smoke from the Ferguson Forest Fire

50 dead as wildfires rage in Greece

At least 50 people have died and more than 100 injured in wildfires around Athens.

Most Jewish institutions resume operations after Skirball Fire

Jewish institutions reopen, Los Angeles Fire department says blaze was caused by illegal cooking fire.

LA Jewish institutions close as Skirball fire approaches

Synagogues in path of massive wildfire tearing through southern California.

Fires rage in southern California

Wildfires raging in southern California destroy over 300 buildings, force 200,000 to evacuate area.

'Black goat' to thrive again in Israel

Israeli government backs bill encouraging goats to graze in appropriate areas, aiding fire prevention.

Israeli winery offers solace in the face of tragedy

Golan Heights Winery's native Californian winemaker looks to give back to his home state after massive wildfires leave thousands homeless.

Kosher winery damaged in California fires partially reopens

California authorities begin to gain control over wildfires which have left dozens dead.

40 dead, thousands homeless in California as fires rage on

Wildfires grow to 100 miles wide, tear through northern California killing 40, destroying nearly 6,000 homes.

California wildfires damage kosher winery

Death toll rises to 31, hundreds missing.

Death toll rises to 17 as fires ravage California

Thousands homeless after wildfires ravage Northern California's wine country, killing 17. Tens of thousands of homes still at risk.

10 dead in California wildfires

At least 10 dead, 1,500 buildings destroyed as more than 14 fires ravage eight counties throughout Northern California.

Jerusalem wildfire rages

Jerusalem-Tel Aviv highway closed as firefighters battle blaze near entrance to capital.

Watch: Wildfire breaks out in Jerusalem

Firefighters battle blaze in Jerusalem neighborhood.

Israel, Greece and Cyprus agree to cooperate on wildfires

Israel, Greece and Cyprus have agreed to fight wildfires together, as well as cooperating on natural gas production.

Tennessee: Wildfires were 'human-caused'

As death toll in massive Tennessee forest fires rises to 11, reports indicate that fires may have been man-made.

Images from inside the inferno

Dramatic images of firefighters battling the blazes that raged across Israel last week.

Watch: Bar Mitzvah celebration in fire-ravaged community

Nevo Reisman of Neve Tzuf was to celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on Saturday, but the fire changed the plans. The event was held Tuesday.

Wildfires rage in Tennessee

Wildfires have forced the evacuation of thousands in Tennessee, less than one week after fires across Israel.

Jewish Agency to provide aid to fire victims

Jewish Agency for Israel to provide immediate financial assistance to families across Israel who cannot return to their homes.

Rivlin thanks Erdogan for firefighting assistance

President Rivlin speaks with Turkish counterpart, thanks him for his country's assistance during the recent wave of fires.

Netanyahu thanks Abbas for firefighting assistance

Prime Minister Netanyahu thanks PA chairman for sending firefighters to assist in extinguishing the fires in Israel.

Residents affected by fires to receive 2,500 shekels

Kahlon announces that residents who lost their homes in fires will receive an initial compensation of 2,500 shekels per person.

Supertanker arrives in Israel

The largest aerial firefighting aircraft in the world can carry up to 19,600 gallons of retardant or water.

Watch: Netanyahu meets firefighting air crews

Prime Minister Netanyahu visits the Hatzor Air Base where a majority of the firefighting planes are based.

Police presence in open areas increased to prevent arson

The police presence in open areas has been increased to deter arsonists from causing further wildfires.

82,000 evacuated due to out-of-control California blaze

California Governor Jerry Brown has declared a state of emergency, as the Bluc Cut Fire continues to spread despite firefighters' efforts.

Wildfires rage through Portugal

More than 500 forest fires have erupted accross Portugal. 3,000 firefighters working to battle the blaze.

Watch: TV crew rescues farmer trapped in giant wildfire

Dramatic footage from Oklahoma shows tractor driver narrowly escaping with his life - thanks to nearby storm chasers.

Uncontrolled Fire Near Yosemite National Park Endangers San Fran

A dangerous wildfire puts San Francisco in danger of losing power lines and water supply. A mere 5% of the fire is contained.