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South Korean Police to summon suspect in worst-ever wildfires for questioning
Seoul, March 28: South Korean Police will summon a man suspected of causing massive wildfires in South Korea's southeastern region, officials said Friday.
Worst-ever wildfires in southeastern South Korea fully contained, leaving massive damage, causalities
Uiseong: , March 28 (IANS) Massive wildfires that ravaged South Korea's North Gyeongsang Province for a week were fully contained on Friday, authorities said, as better visibility and cooler temperatures from overnight rain helped firefighters put out the main blazes.
US offers condolences to South Korea over wildfires, pledges all support needed
Seoul, March 28: The United States expressed condolences to South Korea on Friday for the loss of life and the destruction caused by devastating wildfires in the southern region, pledging to provide all support needed.
South Korean govt makes additional designations of special disaster zones following wildfires
Seoul, March 27: South Korea's Acting President Han Duck-soo on Thursday designated four more jurisdictions in the southeastern region as special disaster zones following massive damage from ongoing wildfires, the Interior Ministry said.
US wildfires lead to evacuations as dozens of homes burnt in Carolinas
New York, March 27: Wildfires sweeping through the US states of North and South Carolina have forced evacuations and prompted a state of emergency.
South Korea: Death toll hits 26 as firefighters battle to contain worst-ever wildfires
Seoul, March 27: Firefighters using helicopters were struggling to contain the nation's worst-ever wildfires on Thursday that have ravaged South Korea's southeastern province of North Gyeongsang, with the death toll from the blazes reaching 26 and injuries being reported to another 30 people.
Mandy Moore plans to rebuild house destroyed in LA fires
Los Angeles, March 27: Mandy Moore's house may have become one of many destroyed in the Los Angeles fire at the start of the year, but now she is ready to rebuild her lost home, as reported by People.
Residents near South Korea's Hahoe Folk Village advised to evacuate as wildfires approach
Andong, March 26: Tensions are rising around Hahoe Folk Village in the southeastern South Korea's Andong on Wednesday, as wildfires that started in nearby Uiseong County last week are approaching the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.
Wildfires spread, fanned by strong winds, in South Korea's southeastern region as death toll climbs to 24
Seoul, March 26: Firefighters were scrambling on Wednesday to contain a wave of wildfires that tore through South Korea's southeastern region and killed at least 24, but strong winds and dry weather have continued to hamper efforts to limit the spread of the flames.
South Korea: Death toll rises to 18 as wildfires spread in southeastern region of country
Seoul, March 26: The death toll from a series of wildfires in the southeastern region of South Korea has climbed to 18, with one person still missing, Yonhap News Agency reported, citing forest service officials on Wednesday.
South Korean ancient temple destroyed; citizens in Andong advised to evacuate as wildfires spread
Seoul, March 25: Wildfires ravaging South Korea's southeastern region forced more residents to evacuate on Tuesday, as firefighting authorities struggled to contain the rapidly spreading blazes that destroyed a centuries-old temple.
South Korea: Wildfires becoming uncontrollable in Uiseong
Seoul, March 25: Wildfires in South Korea's southeastern county of Uiseong appear to be getting out of control due to unpredictable strong winds and extremely dry weather, government officials said on Tuesday, citing a gradual drop in the area's fire extinguishing rate.
Korea battles multiple wildfires in southeastern region
Seoul, March 24: The Republic of Korea is battling to contain multiple wildfires raging across the southeastern region Sunday, with strong and dry winds hindering efforts to bring the blaze under control, authorities said.
South Korean govt designates three more southeastern counties struck by wildfires as special disaster zones
Seoul, March 24: The South Korean government on Monday designated the southeastern counties of Ulju, Uiseong, and Hadong, ravaged by wildfires, as special disaster zones amid continued efforts to douse the blaze.
South Korea: Oppn leader to offer condolences to victims of wildfires in Sancheong
Seoul, March 24: The leader of the South Korean main Opposition Democratic Party (DP) plans to offer his condolences to the victims of wildfires that have engulfed the southeastern county of Sancheong, officials said.
South Korea battles multiple wildfires in southeastern region amid strong dry winds
Seoul, March 23: South Korea was battling to contain multiple wildfires raging across the southeastern region on Sunday, with strong and dry winds hindering efforts to bring the blaze under control, authorities said.
South Korea: Yoon offers condolences for wildfire victims
Seoul, March 23: South Korean Impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol offered his condolences on Sunday for firefighters and government officials who were killed while battling wildfires.
South Korea: Four killed as wildfires ravage southeastern region
Seoul, March 23: At least four people were killed, six people were injured and some 1,500 people were evacuated as wildfires fueled by strong winds have scorched areas of the South Korea's southeastern region, disaster authorities said on Sunday.
South Korea: Evacuation order widens as firefighting efforts continue against Sancheong wildfire
Changwon, March 22: More villages were placed under an evacuation order Saturday as strong winds impeded firefighting operations against a wildfire that broke out in the southeastern county of Sancheong, officials said.
Rain helps contain wildfire in Japan's Iwate
Tokyo, March 5: Steady rainfall on Wednesday has helped contain the spread of a week-long wildfire in Ofunato City of Japan's Iwate Prefecture, local media reported.
Massive forest fire expands in Japan, putting more homes at risk
Iwate, March 5: A massive wildfire in northeastern Japan has expanded, with over 2,100 hectares burned since last week, putting more homes at risk, Kyodo News reported.
Oscars 2025: Los Angeles' firefighters receive standing ovation
Los Angeles, March 3: In a heartwarming gesture, the Academy honoured firefighters who helped battle deadly wildfires in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
Kenya battles wildfires in major wildlife parks amid severe drought
Nairobi, March 1: Kenyan emergency teams, comprising defence forces and volunteers, have intensified efforts to contain fires sweeping across some of the country's largest wildlife sanctuaries and protected areas.
Tom Hanks, his wife Rita Wilson donate $1 million to Los Angeles wildfires relief efforts
Los Angeles, Feb 22: Hollywood star Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson are contributing to the relief efforts towards Los Angeles wildfires that ravaged through southern California.
How a phone call saved Mandy Moore's life
Los Angeles, Feb 15: Hollywood star Mandy Moore feels her life was saved by a phone call on the night her family fled their home as the California wildfires approached as the official evacuation order wasn't given.
High risk bushfire warning issued for Tasmania on Australian west coast
Sydney, Feb 14: A high risk warning has been issued for an out-of-control bushfire burning on the west coast of the Australian island state of Tasmania.
Australia: Bushfires in Tasmania pose threat to lives
Sydney, Feb 11: Communities near two bushfires in the northwest of the Australian island state of Tasmania have been ordered to evacuate.
Lady Gaga surprises with street performance for New Orleans attack, Los Angeles fires
Washington, February 10: Iconic singer Lady Gaga made a surprise appearance recently at the 2025 Super Bowl.
Los Angeles wildfires cost up to $164 billion in property and capital losses: Report
Los Angeles, Feb 6: The two largest wildfires that recently ravaged Los Angeles County may have caused total property and capital losses of as much as 164 billion US dollars, according to a new report.
Meghan, Billie help teen who lost everything in LA wildfires
Los Angeles, February 5: Meghan Markle, on Tuesday evening shared a touching update with fans about a teenager who lost everything in the recent Los Angeles wildfires.
Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga pay tribute to wildfire resilience with classic 'California Dreamin'
Los Angeles, Feb 3: Singer Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga joined hands as they paid an emotional tribute to those affected by the devastating L.A. wildfires with a duet with the 1960s classic “California Dreamin'” at the Grammys 2025.
2025 Grammys: Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars pay tribute to Los Angeles wildfire victims
Los Angeles, February 3: The 67th Grammy Awards had a special moment as Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars performed a tribute to Los Angeles as their performance was dedicated to those affected by the recent wildfires in Southern California.
Universal Studios offers LA wildfire first responders free theme park tickets
Los Angeles, February 1: Honouring the first responders who helped fight the recent devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, Universal Studios Hollywood has decided to offer them free admissions to theme park.
Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars to give special tribute to LA wildfires victims at Grammy Awards
Los Angeles, February 1: Singers Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars will pay special tribute to those affected by the massive wildfires fires that recently hit Los Angeles at the upcoming edition of Grammy Awards.
US EPA plan to dispose Eton fire debris draws protests
Los Angeles, Jan 29: The US Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) plan to open a site to process Eaton fire debris near Los Angeles County's foothill communities has prompted swift backlash from local leaders alarmed by the prospect of toxic waste in their backyard.
Catherine O'Hara rescued many of her 'Schitt's Creek' outfits from LA wildfires
Los Angeles, Jan 29: Hollywood star Catherine O'Hara shared that she rescued "a lot of" her 'Schitt's Creek' costumes from the LA wildfires and feels very lucky that she didn't lose her home.
Los Angeles Schools struggle to rebuild after devastating wildfires
California, Jan 27: The devastating wildfires that began sweeping through Southern California on January 7 have left the region's education system reeling, with over a dozen schools severely damaged or destroyed.
US: President Trump visits California amid wildfires, mulls abolishing FEMA
Washington DC, January 25: US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) made a visit to California and expressed his dismay at the devastation caused by wildfires, CNN reported.
Massive wildfire breaks out in Arunachal; no casualties
Itanagar, Jan 24: A major wildfire broke out near the Tawang Chu river in Arunachal Pradesh's Lungla Sub-Division on Friday threatening villages but was largely contained so far due to a swift response by local authorities and Army personnel, an official said, adding there were no reports of injuries or casualties.
Miraculously, it's still standing says Chris Pratt reveals house condition after returning to Pacific Palisades amid LA Wildfires
Los Angeles, January 24: Actor Chis Pratt revealed that his house has survived the LA Wildfires by god's grace. He thanked his fans and followers for their wishes and support amid the unfolding disaster in California, reported The Hollywood Reporter.