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Published on May 21, 2025

Extensive wildfires fueled record forest loss in 2024

Mariana Oliveira, a forests expert at the World Resources Institute in Brazil, didn't mince words when describing how wildfires have ravaged her country. "Last year, Brazil experienced its most intense and widespread drought in seven decades. …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 21, 2025

World lost a record-shattering amount of forest in 2024, fuelled by climate change-driven wildfires

The world lost a record amount of forest in 2024, driven by a catastrophic rise in fires. New data from the University of Maryland’s GLAD Lab, made available on World Resources Institute’s (WRI) Global Forest Watch platform, shows that loss of tropical …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on May 22, 2025

Tropical forest loss doubles, fire a leading cause: Report

Fires caused by dry conditions, in turn brought about by the climate crisis resulted in record forest loss in 2024, including in India, according to new data from the University of Maryland’s GLAD (Global Land Analysis & Discovery) Lab released by …

Source: Hindustan Times - Indeterminate
Published on May 22, 2025

European banks accused of financing deforestation in South America

Pictured: Machinery clearing trees in Salta province, Argentina. Image: Greenpeace Global Witness has this week published an investigation into financial support provided to Cresud, a large Argentinian firm which sells, owns and manages land with the aim …

Source: Edie - Neutral
Published on May 21, 2025

Tropical forest loss hit new heights in 2024; fire a major driver in Latin America

A new dataset and analysis released by World Resources Institute finds global tropical forest loss jumped to a record high in 2024, with 6.7 million hectares (16.6 million acres) worldwide. In total, the area of forest lost in 2024 is nearly the size of …

Source: Mongabay - Neutral
Published on May 21, 2025

Fires in the Amazon drive record-shattering global forest losses in 2024

Massive fires fuelled by climate change led global forest loss to smash records in 2024, according to a report issued on Wednesday. Loss of tropical pristine forests alone reached 6.7 million hectares (16.6 million acres), an area roughly the size of …

Source: CBC/Radio-Canada - Public Broadcaster
Published on May 21, 2025

Rainforests Disappearing Faster Than Ever: 2024 Sets New Record

Last year, the world’s tropical rainforests were destroyed at a rate never seen before. New satellite data shows that about 67,000 square kilometres of primary rainforest were lost in 2024. This is an area as big as the Republic of Ireland, or about 18 …

Source: The CSR Journal - Center-left
Published on May 21, 2025

‘Global red alert’: Forest loss hit record levels in 2024

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Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on May 21, 2025

Tropical forests lost at fastest recorded pace in Amazon

The world’s tropical forests, long regarded as a vital line of defence against climate change, vanished at the fastest pace on record last year. New satellite data show that an estimated 67,000 square kilometres of old-growth forest an area roughly the …

Source: Switch TV - Indeterminate
Published on May 21, 2025

18 football fields of tropical forest lost every minute in 2024 largely due to fires: Study

SINGAPORE – Fires triggered unprecedented global forest loss in 2024, driven by a dangerous cocktail of drought linked to climate change, extreme heat and agricultural expansion in the tropics, a study released on May 21 showed. Global tree cover loss …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on May 21, 2025

RELEASE: Global Forest Loss Shatters Records in 2024, Fueled by Massive Fires

New data shows fires triggered unprecedented global forest loss in 2024, releasing more than four times the emissions from all air travel in 2023 — with devastating impacts on people and the climate, according to Global Forest Watch's annual analysis …

Source: World Resources Institute - Neutral
Published on May 21, 2025

'Red alert': Fires drive tropical forest loss to record high

Paris: Eighteen football pitches every minute of every hour of every day: that is the record extent of tropical rainforest destroyed last year due in large measure to fires fuelled by climate change, researchers reported Wednesday. Tally it all up and the …

Source: The Peninsula - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 23, 2025

Medical Aid Reaches Tornado-Impacted Communities in U.S.

By Staff Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 590 shipments of requested medical aid to 46 U.S. states and territories and 17 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 1.6 million defined daily doses of medication. Medications and supplies …

Source: Direct Relief - Indeterminate
Published on May 23, 2025

‘Global red alert’: forest loss hits record high – and Latin America is the heart of the inferno

Wildfires engulfed vast swathes of South America last year, devastating ecosystems, closing schools and grounding flights. With its worst fire season on record, Bolivia was especially hard hit. “We felt powerless and angry to be unable to protect what is …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on May 22, 2025

Fires burned 5 times more tropical primary forest in 2024 than in 2023

Driven largely by massive fires, the tropics lost 6.7 million hectares of primary rainforest in 2024. This record-breaking tropical forest loss seen in 2024 is more than any other year in at least the last two decades. The new data from the University of …

Source: Down to Earth - Center-left
Published on May 21, 2025

Amazon fires drive global forest loss

Massive fires fueled by climate change led global forest loss to smash records last year, a report issued yesterday showed. Loss of tropical pristine forests alone reached 6.7 million hectares, an 80 percent spike compared with 2023 and an area about the …

Source: Taipei Times - Neutral
Published on May 21, 2025

Border Crossings Drop, Climate Pressures Persist

Sign up for Climate at the Border. Hola, welcome to Climate at the Border! We’re here to help you cover the most pressing climate issues in the region. In each edition, we’ll bring you what you need to know to get started and make recommendations for …

Source: Covering Climate Now - Center-left
Published on May 21, 2025

Amazon fires drive unprecedented global forest loss in 2024, report says

SAO PAULO (Reuters) -Massive fires fueled by climate change led global forest loss to smash records in 2024, according to a report issued on Wednesday. Loss of tropical pristine forests alone reached 6.7 million hectares (16.6 million acres), an 80% spike …

Source: The Malaysian Star - Indeterminate

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:34 GMT

Interior Deploys Personnel to Support Wildfire Response in Southern California

Date: May 23, 2025 Contact: Interior_Press@ios.doi.gov SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In line with the Trump Administration’s focus on public safety and fast, effective disaster response, the Department of the Interior has sent a team to help communities in Southern …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 16:18 GMT

Christina Fulton Unites Fundraisers for LAFD and Wildfire Relief with Immortal Beauty Inc. and Miss Asia Michelle Yin

Delivering Hope, Healing, and Resilience through Community, Wellness, and Philanthropy. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actress, humanitarian, and KTLA contributor Christina Fulton, alongside her cutting-edge biotech …

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Published on May 21, 2025 - 22:56 GMT

Wildfires Push Global Forest Loss in 2024

(MENAFN) New findings reveal that climate change–intensified wildfires have become the primary cause of deforestation worldwide in 2024, surpassing agricultural expansion for the first time. This marks a significant transformation in the factors …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

Dragonslayers Announces its Universal Blueprint To Protect Homes, Land, and Communities from Wildfire Storms

Nehalem, Oregon, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As wildfire storms continue to devastate landscapes across the country with increasing speed and intensity, Thomas Troop Emonds, a former U.S. Marine, Smokejumper, and founder of Dragonslayers, is calling …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 17:38 GMT

Wildfires Prompt Emergency Measures in Arizona

(MENAFN) Wildfires that have persisted since last Tuesday in the U.S. state of Arizona have ravaged approximately 8,265 hectares of terrain. Due to the arid weather and minimal humidity, authorities have issued a "Red Flag" warning, highlighting …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 17:38 GMT

Arizona Wildfires Ravage Over 8,000 Hectares

(MENAFN) Massive wildfires have been sweeping across Arizona since last Tuesday, consuming over 8,000 hectares. Due to dry conditions and low humidity, a "Red Flag" warning has been issued across the state. Over 700 firefighters are working …

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Published on May 20, 2025 - 15:53 GMT

Wildfire Awareness Month: Kuderer reminds homeowners to review policies

OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington state Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer urged homeowners to consider fire threats and review their insurance policies with fire season approaching. May is Wildfire Awareness Month, an opportunity for people, communities and …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 20:17 GMT

Project Spotlight – SLVWD Pipeline Replacement, Boulder Creek, CA

Kier + Wright Provides Multi-Faceted Comprehensive Survey Approach for Boulder Creek Pipeline Replacement Project CA, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Over the last 10 years, forest fires have become a common occurrence, causing …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 17:28 GMT

Above-Normal 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Predicts 13 To 19 Named Storms, 6 To 10 Hurricanes

Trusted Leader In Hurricane Protection Solutions Says South Florida Homeowners Should Be Prepared Prior to Season Start June 1 WEST PALM BEACH,, FL, UNITED STATES, May 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida continues to recover from last year …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Nelson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Nelson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

1 Day Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 24, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

How To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following May Tornadoes in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – FEMA is supporting recovery efforts for multiple disasters in Kentucky, including a new major disaster that was just declared on May 23, for severe storms, straight-line winds and tornadoes from May 16-17, 2025. How To Apply for FEMA …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Express Restoration Now Offers Professional Equipment Rentals in Edmond, OK

Express Restoration Launches Equipment Rental Services in Edmond, OK EDMOND, OK, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Express Restoration is proud to announce the launch of its professional equipment rental services, now available to …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 12:33 GMT

South Carolina Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, May 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden) with the S.C. …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and wildfires on March 14-15, 2025. The President’ …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Texas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Texas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms and flooding from March 26–28, 2025. The President’s action makes federal funding …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Nebraska

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Nebraska to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm and straight-line winds from March 18-19, 2025. Public Assistance federal …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Missouri

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Missouri to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 30 – April 8, 2025. Public …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kansas

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Kansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm, straight-line winds, flooding and wildfires from March 14-19, 2025. Public …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

McDowell County, W.Va., Disaster Recovery Center closed for Memorial Day, permanently closing Thursday, May 29

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The FEMA-West Virginia Disaster Recovery Center in McDowell County will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday and is scheduled to close permanently Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 6 p.m. The McDowell County center offers the last in-person …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Mississippi

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Mississippi to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from March 14-15, 2025. The President’ …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 22:09 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Daviess County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Daviess County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

3 Days Left To Apply for FEMA Assistance Following February Severe Storms and Flooding

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Homeowners and renters in Breathitt, Clay, Estill, Floyd, Harlan, Johnson, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Martin, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Simpson and Woodford counties who experienced damage or losses caused by the February severe storms and …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Hart County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Hart County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Another Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Jefferson County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A second Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Jefferson County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 14:06 GMT

Mobile Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Powell County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Mobile Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Powell County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 15:17 GMT

New Report Reveals Dangerous Deterioration of New York’s Roads Despite Record Tax and Toll Revenues

43% of NY roads are in poor shape, 10% of bridges are unsafe, yet tolls rise. James Medows demands action to fix NYC’s crumbling infrastructure. NEW YORK, NY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Released data studies are …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Stronger than the Storm & Save the Children Host Child-Friendly Spaces Training at Texas Emergency Management Conference

Workshop Helps Emergency Managers Create Safe and Supportive Spaces for Children Following Disasters FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, May 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stronger than the Storm, a nonprofit organization dedicated to building …

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