In 2020, 30% of the Pantanal was burned to cinders by wildfires
In 2020, the Pantanal, the largest tropical freshwater wetland in the world and a biodiversity hotspot, was swept by high-intensity fires that destroyed native vegetation in an area totaling 44,998 square kilometers, or about 30% of the Brazilian por.....»»
Study shows that wildfires once fueled extinctions in Southern California; will it happen again?
Tens of thousands of years ago, before the last ice age ended, vast herds of saber-toothed cats, giant sloths, American camels and other fantastic beasts roamed Southern California......»»
Thousands flee wildfires in Canada"s far north
Thousands ordered to flee wildfires advancing on one of the largest cities in Canada's far north crammed into a local airport on Thursday to board emergency evacuation flights, as convoys snaked south to safety on the only open highway......»»
Daily deals Aug. 16: 14" MacBook Pro $1,599, $749 MacBook Air, 25% off Magic Keyboard, more
Wednesday's top deals include a MacBook Pro blowout bonanza, up to 86% off Speck iPhone cases, up to 29% off Kindle e-readers, Kasa Smart light bulbs for $10, an iPhone 13 Pro Max from $850, and more.Save $249 on a 2020 M1 MacBook AirThe AppleInsider.....»»
Daily deals Aug. 16: 14" MacBook Pro $1,499, $749 MacBook Air, 25% off Magic Keyboard, more
Wednesday's top deals include a MacBook Pro blowout bonanza, up to 86% off Speck iPhone cases, up to 29% off Kindle e-readers, Kasa Smart light bulbs for $10, an iPhone 13 Pro Max from $850, and more.Save $249 on a 2020 M1 MacBook AirThe AppleInsider.....»»
July was the planet"s hottest month on record—so far
A sizzling month marked by record heat waves, major wildfires, melting sea ice and a burgeoning El Niño will go down in the books as the hottest July on record—at least until next year, federal officials said Monday......»»
Military airlifts provide escape as wildfires sweep Canada"s far north
Jordan Evoy's escape from wildfires raging in Canada's far north was the "scariest moment" of his life as flare-ups closed roads, forcing him to backtrack to catch a military flight as part of the Northwest Territories' largest ever evacuation......»»
3 underrated movies on Freevee you need to watch in August
From a funny horror movie from 2020 to a Steve Martin and Keanu Reeves classic, these underrated movies are worth a watch on Amazon Freevee in August......»»
What sparks US wildfires: Power lines, burning trash and lightning
The fast-moving fire that ripped through Maui's historic town of Lahaina killed more than 90 people, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. The cause of the blaze is still under investigation, but power equipment in the area is.....»»
EPA clears Washington state to do more controlled burns to prevent wildfires
Washington firefighters now have more planning time and a longer season to ignite the controlled burns they use to prevent massive wildfires threatening landscapes and homes and blanketing the state in choking smoke......»»
Wildfires in Maui are among the deadliest in US history. These are the other fires atop the list
Wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui killed at least 96 people, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century......»»
Wildfires are a severe blow to Maui"s economy, but other iconic destinations have come back from similar disasters
Major wildfires on the Hawaiian island of Maui have killed dozens of people and caused heavy damage, particularly in the historic town of Lahaina, as of Aug. 10, 2023. The state has asked all visitors to leave Maui and those planning to travel there.....»»
Study finds dry lightning can spark wildfires even under wetter conditions
Dry lightning can still be disastrous even when conditions aren't so dry, a study has found. These cloud-to-ground strikes during little to no rainfall were previously thought to pose wildfire danger only if occurring with less than 2.5 mm of rain in.....»»
Military joins wildfire fight in Canada"s far north
Canada's military deployed to far north Sunday in the fight against hundreds of out-of-control wildfires as residents of several remote communities fled the advancing blazes......»»
Judge clears way for $500M iPhone throttling settlements
Owners of iPhone models who were part of throttling lawsuits that ended up with a $500 settlement from Apple may soon receive their payments, after a judge denied objections against the offer.In May 2020, a proposed settlement to end a series of clas.....»»
Deadly wildfires burn across Maui—it"s a reminder of the growing risk to communities that once seemed safe
Wildfires, pushed by powerful winds, raced through Lahaina, Hawaii, on Aug. 8 and 9, 2023, leaving a charred and smoldering landscape across the tourist town of about 13,000 residents that was once the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii. At least six p.....»»
Insane deal knocks $699 off the discontinued-but-loved 27-inch iMac, but hurry
This insane 27-inch iMac deal at Woot saves you $699 on the 2020 iMac, but hurry because it will be gone soon......»»
Maui wildfires: Extra logistical challenges hinder government"s initial response when disasters strike islands
Wildfires destroyed the Hawaiian tourist town of Lahaina on Aug. 8 and 9, 2023, leaving many of its roughly 13,000 residents homeless. Fires also burned in other areas on Maui, Hawaii's second-largest island, and its Big Island. President Joe Biden i.....»»
Maui wildfires point to a long, painful road ahead, disaster recovery expert says
The devastating wildfires that swept quickly through the Hawaiian island of Maui this week have claimed the lives of at least 36 people. The wind-whipped flames left the historic town of Lahaina, known as a site of Hawaiian cultural heritage, in ruin.....»»
iPhone 15 Pro & A17 details, Maui family saved, and an iPhone repair debacle on the AppleInsider podcast
The AppleInsider Podcast hosts discuss new leaks pointing to a September 13 iPhone 15 launch, tvOS 17 beta code revealing mystery iPhone models, SOS via Satellite saving lives in the Maui wildfires, and Stephen going without an iPhone for a couple of.....»»
Apple to donate to Maui and Hawaii relief and recovery efforts
Wildfires broke out on the island of Maui, causing devastating damage, and Apple CEO Tim Cook has pledged that the company will donate to the relief and recovery efforts.Image from the Red CrossA deadly combination of drought and high winds set wides.....»»