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Published on 13:00 GMT

EU strengthens wildfire response as fires spread across Europe

The deployments, made through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM), include aircraft, helicopters, ground crews and satellite mapping to support authorities tackling fires across several regions. In Belgium, two rescEU firefighting aircraft have been …

Source: Innovation News Network - Pending
Published on 16:14 GMT

Firefighters in 'decisive' push to encircle Belgian wildfire

Audio By Vocalize A firefighter during operations against a wildfire at the Hautes Fagnes (High Fens) nature reserve near Baelen, on August 18, 2026. [AFP] Firefighters were locked in a potentially decisive push Tuesday to encircle Belgium's largest …

Source: The Standard - Indeterminate
Published on 11:43 GMT

Decisive decision: Firefighters in 'decisive' push to encircle Belgian wildfire

Firefighters were locked in a potentially decisive push Tuesday to encircle Belgium's largest wildfire in a century, despite rainclouds hampering air support operations over the High Fens nature reserve. The blaze charring the expanse of peatland, pine …

Source: RTL Today - Neutral
Published on 09:36 GMT

Firefighters push to 'encircle' Belgian wildfire

Firefighters launched a potentially decisive push Tuesday to encircle Belgium's largest wildfire in a century, despite wind and rain hampering air support operations over the High Fens nature reserve. The blaze charring the vast expanse of boggy …

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on 09:35 GMT

Firefighters Push to ‘Encircle’ Belgian Wildfire

Firefighters launched a potentially decisive push Tuesday to encircle Belgium's largest wildfire in a century, despite wind and rain hampering air support operations over the High Fens nature reserve. The blaze charring the vast expanse of boggy …

Source: Asharq Al-Awsat - Pro-Government
Published on 09:55 GMT

Firefighters pushing to 'definitively encircle' east Belgium wildfire, authorities say

Published on 18/08/2026 - 10:55 GMT+2•Updated 11:32 Firefighters launched a potentially decisive push to encircle Belgium's largest wildfire in a century on Tuesday, despite wind and rain hampering air support operations over the High Fens …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on 10:43 GMT

Winds hampering efforts to extinguish Belgian wildfire

Firefighters have launched a potentially decisive push to encircle Belgium's largest wildfire in a century, despite wind and rain hampering air support operations over the High Fens nature reserve. The blaze charring the vast expanse of boggy peatlands …

Source: RTE Ireland - Public Broadcaster
Published on 06:52 GMT

Belgian Wildfire Approaches Germany as Greece Probes Deadly Fire

SOURBRODT, Belgium (AP) — One of Belgium’s biggest ever wildfires blazed out of control Monday even as cooler weather and rain in the morning eased conditions for hundreds of firefighters in remote and hilly countryside. In Greece, a fire briefly flared up …

Source: The Wildland Firefighter - Pending
Published on 06:01 GMT

Belgian wildfire approaches Germany despite rain

One of Belgium’s biggest ever wildfires blazed out of control Monday even as cooler weather and rain eased conditions for firefighters, while in Greece a fire briefly flared up near the main airport on the outskirts of Athens. Europe is sweltering through …

Source: The Pioneer - Right-wing
Published on 06:14 GMT

Belgium’s record wildfire stops short of German border but is not yet contained

Belgium’s worst wildfire in more than a century has stopped short of the German border, though emergency services have said they are still unable to declare it contained. The fire in the High Fens nature reserve in Liège province, eastern Belgium, has …

Source: Brussels Signal - Right-wing
Published on 03:42 GMT

Belgium wildfire contained in accessible areas

Light rain in eastern Belgium on Monday helped slow the spread of the High Fens wildfire, though not enough to halt it, according to local authorities and media reports. The blaze, one of Belgium's biggest wildfires, has burned about 3,000 hectares …

Source: CGTN - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 00:56 GMT

EU mobilises assistance as wildfires spread

August 17, 2026 | 10:02 PMAugust 17, 2026 | 10:02 PM0 Shafaqna English- The EU has assisted Belgium and Spain after they triggered the EU civil protection mechanism (UCPM), as wildfires spread throughout Europe. In Belgium, 2 planes from the EU’s …

Source: Shafaqna English - Pending
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Devastating Belgian wildfire moves toward Germany as blazes break out in Greece, France: ‘Will take decades to recover’

SOURBRODT, Belgium — One of Belgium’s biggest ever wildfires blazed out of control Monday even as cooler weather and rain in the morning eased conditions for hundreds of firefighters in remote and hilly countryside. In Greece, a fire briefly flared up near …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on 11:02 GMT

Belgium keeps the great fire of Hautes Fagnes at bay, but warns that the wind may shift it towards Germany.

The serious forest fire declared last Friday in the Hautes Fagnes nature reserve (the High Marshes), in eastern Belgium, remains under control this Tuesday, although Belgian authorities are still concerned about the possibility that a change in the …

Source: Democrata - Neutral
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Belgium has faced the largest forest fire in the history of recorded observations

Belgium is experiencing the largest wildfire in the entire modern history of observation, which has engulfed around 3,000 hectares of the High Fens nature reserve near the border with Germany since Friday. Politico reports, writes UNN. Details More than …

Source: UNN - Neutral
Published on Aug 17, 2026

French PM booed by residents in wildfire-hit Gironde as anger grows over response

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu was booed by residents during a visit to Le Porge on Monday, as anger grows over the response to devastating wildfires in the Gironde region. Lecornu travelled to the area to meet local officials and discuss …

Source: The News International - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 17, 2026

EU deploys aircraft and firefighters as wildfires spread across Europe

Brussels, 17 August 2026 The EU has deployed assistance to Belgium and Spain following their activation of the Union’s Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM), as wildfires continue to affect several parts of Europe. In Belgium, two planes from the EU’s …

Source: Insight EU Monitoring - Neutral
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Belgian wildfire approaches Germany as Greece probes deadly blaze

SOURBRODT, Belgium (AP) — One of Belgium’s biggest ever wildfires blazed out of control Monday even as cooler weather and rain in the morning eased conditions for hundreds of firefighters in remote and hilly countryside. In Greece, a fire briefly flared up …

Source: Associated Press - Neutral
Published on Aug 17, 2026

French PM booed on visit to wildfire-affected region as EU sends assistance to Belgium and Spain – as it happened

EU sends assistance to Belgium and Spain as they battle wildfiresThe European Commission has deployed assistance to Belgium and Spain as part of the bloc’s civil protection mechanism. Two Swedish planes from the EU’s firefighting fleet were dispatched to …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 18:08 GMT

Greater Vancouver REALTORS® donates $100,000 to Canadian Red Cross for B.C. wildfire relief

GVR is donating $100,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to help British Columbians affected by the ongoing wildfires across the province. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, August 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) is donating $100, …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 17:55 GMT

Stay Wildfire Aware, Mississippi! MFC Urges Caution as Dry Conditions Increase Wildfire Risk

Hot, dry conditions are increasing wildfire danger across Mississippi as the state approaches its fall wildfire season. MFC is urging Mississippians to stay fire-aware and take extra precautions to prevent wildfires. Dry conditions have intensified across …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 18:03 GMT

Arkansas Department of Agriculture Launches New Active Wildfire Dashboard

LITTLE ROCK, AR – Arkansans can now see where wildfires are burning and how the state is responding, as it happens. The Arkansas Department of Agriculture has launched a new active wildfire dashboard that provides real-time information on wildfires the …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 12:52 GMT

Chopped Leaf Launches “Fight Fire with Chopped Water” Initiative to Support Communities Affected by Wildfires

Oakville, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As wildfires continue to impact communities across Western Canada and in Washington state, Chopped Leaf is stepping up to support those on the front lines and those who have been forced from …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 15:59 GMT

2025-121 Chino Hills State Park

To encourage parties who have habitable structures within 130 feet of Chino Hills State Park’s land in the eligible designated wildfire hazard areas to apply for vegetation permits and clear defensible spaces, the Legislature could consider amending state …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 15:58 GMT

2025-121 Chino Hills State Park

August 18, 2026 2025‑121 The Governor of California President pro Tempore of the Senate Speaker of the Assembly State Capitol Sacramento, California 95814 Dear Governor and Legislative Leaders: As directed by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee, my …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 11:45 GMT

Deputy Minister Narend Singh: 12th BRICS Environment Ministerial Meeting

Honourable Shri Bhupender Yadav, Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change of the Republic of India; Honourable Ministers and Heads of Delegation from BRICS Member Countries; Senior Officials; Distinguished Delegates; Ladies and Gentlemen; Good …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 18:23 GMT

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Emergency Management Daily Briefing for Whatcom County

Whatcom County Hazard Mitigation Plan update survey We will be keeping the Hazard Mitigation Plan survey up indefinitely, but only including comments made by July 1 for this update. The public is encouraged to provide input and feedback through the survey …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Global Outbreak Solutions Delivers Field-Tested Animal Health Preparedness Across the Americas, Africa, & Asia

Expert teams, hands-on field training, and One Health collaboration are strengthening animal health emergency preparedness on the ground worldwide. HARRISONBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Preparedness is proven in …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Environment ...
Published on August 18, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

K & S Contracting Recognized for Trusted Waterproofing and Foundation Repair With 2026 Consumer Choice Award

SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA, August 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that K & S Contracting Inc. has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Waterproofing and Foundation Repair …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Companies ...
Published on August 18, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

DKI Saskatoon Disaster Services Earns 15th Consumer Choice Award for Restoration Excellence

SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN, CANADA, August 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that DKI Saskatoon Disaster Services Inc. has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Fire & Water Damage …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Companies ...
Published on August 18, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

U.S. Power Grid Expansion Creates New Demand for Infrastructure and Workforce Housing

Transmission Projects, Grid Modernization and Rising Electricity Demand Are Increasing the Need for Skilled Construction Workers NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States is entering a period of significant …

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Published on August 17, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Cisneros launches Teleton Venevision 2026 for earthquake recovery in Venezuela in partnership with United Way Venezuela

On October 17, Teleton Venevision 2026 "United for Venezuela" will air via Venevision & Circuito Union Radio with donations processed by United Way Venezuela. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

Navy's Former Top Civilian Executive Backs Rochford in Florida's 14th District

Navy's former top career civilian backs the analysis: 33 years, 16 commands, four Legions of Merit, 15,008 evacuated from Lebanon, zero adverse findings. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A newly released …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 19:00 GMT

The Fall Pest Warning: What’s Coming Inside When the Weather Turns

As temperatures drop, pests start looking for a place to stay — and your home or restaurant could be exactly what they’re looking for. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fall brings cooler temperatures, changing weather …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 16:50 GMT

Energy Conference Network Brings Canada's Climate Resilience and Energy Justice Conversations to Winnipeg and Ottawa

Two events, one goal: equipping Canadian communities, utilities, and policymakers with practical strategies as climate and energy pressures intensify. EDMONTON, AB, CANADA, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Energy Conference Network is …

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Published on August 14, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Hillside Homes Face Basement Flood Risks Flat-Ground Lots Don't, Utah Restoration Firm Warns

Sloped lots from Draper and Sandy to the benches above South Jordan and Lehi face drainage pressures that turn summer storms into basement floods, the firm says BLUFFDALE, UT, UNITED STATES, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Keystone …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Environment ...
Published on August 13, 2026 - 21:45 GMT

CitroTech and Global Fireproof Solutions Partner to Expand Non-Toxic Fire Protection Across the Southeast

GFS joins CitroTech's 20+ certified partners, opening new applications for high-value equine and livestock protection and fire solutions for rural communities CitroTech Inc. (NYSE:CITR) OCEANSIDE, CA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 19:26 GMT

Garrison Flood Control Ranks No. 63 on 2026 Inc. 5000 list, No. 2 Among U.S. Manufacturers

Florida-based flood barrier manufacturer ranks No. 8 among all Florida companies as demand grows for engineered flood protection and flood mitigation systems. POMPANO BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garrison Flood Control …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 16:27 GMT

Sunset Home Builders Expands Remodeling and Construction Services Across Los Angeles

Sunset Home Builders expands professional remodeling, construction, roofing, decking, siding, and energy-efficient home improvement services in Los Angeles. SHERMAN OAKS, CA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sunset Home …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

ONE805LIVE! Unveils Complete 2026 Lineup Featuring The Temptations, The Four Tops & The High Kings

Motown Legends Join All-Star Lineup Benefiting Santa Barbara First Responders SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ONE805 unveiled legendary Motown icons The Temptations and The Four Tops as part of the complete lineup …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 08:49 GMT

Hurricane Season Peaks in 28 Days: New Resource Helps FL, SC Homeowners Get Paid What Your Policy Owes

Live NHC storm tracking, a claim deadline countdown, a deductible calculator, denial playbooks, and a free Halversen Law claim review, all in one place. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Atlantic hurricane …

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Published on August 13, 2026 - 08:54 GMT

Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Gina Huerta  

For Gina Huerta, a career in public service began with a simple desire to help others. A native Sacramentan, Gina joined the State of California in 2006 as an E-Hire Program Technician before moving to the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security later that …

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Published on August 12, 2026 - 20:03 GMT

Safe Pro Group and the U.S. Army Enter Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) for Unified Intelligence

Collaboration Highlights Safe Pro’s AI-Powered Analysis for U.S. Army UAS-Enabled Data for Operational, Disaster, and Mission Critical Analysis Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAI) AVENTURA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on August 12, 2026 - 18:30 GMT

Watch Duty Integrates with Planet to bring High-Resolution Satellite Imagery to Enterprises Like PG&E

Partnership brings Planet's cutting-edge earth observation capabilities to the nation's leading nonprofit wildfire and flood information platform. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Partnership brings …

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Published on August 12, 2026 - 13:59 GMT

roofs, gutters, siding, fascia and soffit work together to protect East Tennessee homes

When homeowners notice a problem with their roof, gutters or siding, the natural reaction is often to repair the damaged area and move on KNOXVIILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tony’s Roofs Urges Knoxville Homeowners to …

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Published on August 12, 2026 - 13:25 GMT

Fuller Center Disaster ReBuilders Launches Long-Term Flood Recovery in Lewis and Upshur Counties

Christian nonprofit preparing to repair and rebuild homes for West Virginia families WESTON, WV, UNITED STATES, August 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fuller Center Disaster ReBuilders (FCDR) has launched long-term recovery operations in Lewis …

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Published on August 11, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

MATRIX WILDFIRE ANNOUNCES DEPLOYMENT OF ZIP-CODE-SCALE PRE-MITIGATION PLATFORM FOR WUI COMMUNITIES

Policy Makers and Insurance Companies Missing “Third Rail” of Wildfire Protection—And How Matrix Wildfire Is Scaling Pre-Mitigation as a $10/Month Utility BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Company Introduces …

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