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Published on 06:50 GMT

Evacuations in place as crews battle 1200-acre wildfire northeast of Hailey

BLAINE COUNTY, Idaho — 'GO NOW' evacuations are in place as fire crews respond to a fire reported off Ohio Gulch Road, northeast of Hailey. Blaine County officials say that residents in the Ohio Gulch zone & the dump, Wynn’s compost, and the …

Source: ABC 6 - Idaho - Pending
Published on 00:26 GMT

Another round of southern Idaho storms kicks off the weekend

Another hot July day and another round of storms crossing the Nevada border into Southern Idaho. July is still trending warmer and wetter than usual, and the active pattern looks to continue this week. The temperatures so far are the easiest thing to track …

Source: ABC 6 - Idaho - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Evacuations in place as crews battle wildfire northeast of Hailey

BLAINE COUNTY, Idaho — 'GO NOW' evacuations are in place as fire crews respond to a fire reported off Ohio Gulch Road, northeast of Hailey. Blaine County officials say that residents in the Ohio Gulch zone, dump, and Wynn’s compost should leave …

Source: ABC 6 - Idaho - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Extreme heat warnings blanket US as wildfires rage in Canada

Extreme heat warnings are in place for large swaths of the United States this week, as an unusual weather pattern eclipses record temperature highs. Salt Lake City in Utah hit an all-time record high on Sunday at 109F. Boston has seen more 90F days than …

Source: Times News Global - Pro-Government
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Republicans threaten Canada with sanctions over drifting wildfire smoke

US Republicans are threatening to sanction Canada and Canadian government officials after smoke from devastating wildfires has drifted across huge swathes of the US, creating hazy conditions and dangerous air quality for tens of millions of Americans. …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jul 18, 2026

After tight budget year, Idaho ends fiscal year with positive cash balance

Idaho ended the 2026 fiscal year this summer with a positive ending cash balance that allows the state to transfer about $250 million into next year’s fiscal year 2027 state budget, Gov. Brad Little’s office announced Friday. “What we are seeing is we …

Source: CDA Press - Idaho - Pending
Published on Jul 17, 2026

More Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds US midwest, mid-Atlantic and north-east

Tens of millions of Americans face another day of smoky skies, irritated eyes and bad air quality, as Canadian wildfire smoke spread again over huge swathes of the US, affecting around 109 million people across the midwest, mid-Atlantic and north-east. The …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Wildfire Smoke Prompts Air Quality Advisory for Latah County and Surrounding Area

July 17, 2026 Cooper McCauley News The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory for Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties outside of reservation boundaries due to degraded air quality from wildfire …

Source: Pullman Radio - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2026

Trump threatens Canada with sanctions over wildfires sending ‘filthy air’ into US

President Donald Trump on Friday blamed Canada for wildfire smoke spreading across the United States and said he would add the “incalculable cost” of dealing with the pollution to existing tariffs on Canadian goods. Heavy smoke from hundreds of Canadian …

Source: The Irish Times - Center-left
Published on 16:11 GMT

Northeast gets breath of fresh air but smoke remains near Great Lakes

July 19, 2026, 10:42 a.m. ET Air quality alerts remained in place on July 19 in parts of Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and New York, as well as in some regions in Idaho and Oregon, according to the National Weather Service, as …

Source: USA Today - Neutral
Published on 17:27 GMT

Fire crews make progress on Claremont Fire, now 84% contained

The Claremont Fire, which sparked on July 6 and has since spread to 6,817 acres, is now 84% contained, officials say. In a morning update on July 19, the USWFS said that although containment lines held, firefighters had to respond to a new wildfire start …

Source: ABC 6 - Idaho - Pending
Published on Jul 17, 2026

High humidity helps prevent wildfires after 176 Treasure Valley lightning strikes in morning thunderstorm

BOISE, Idaho — A powerful thunderstorm rolled through the Treasure Valley, bringing patchy rain and 176 lightning strikes from Parma and Wilder to Bruneau in roughly a 4-hour span. The National Weather Service says it was one of the most active lightning …

Source: ABC 6 - Idaho - Neutral
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Wildfires cause ‘hazardous’ air quality in Spokane

SPOKANE, Wash. - Wildfires burning in Eastern Washington and North Idaho have trapped Spokane under "hazardous" air quality, prompting alerts from local emergency management. According to AirNow data, Spokane's air quality index (AQI) spiked …

Source: FOX 13 Seattle - Washington State - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 17, 2026

After ‘tight budget year,’ Idaho ends fiscal year with positive cash balance

Idaho ended the 2026 fiscal year this summer with a positive ending cash balance that allows the state to transfer about $250 million into next year’s fiscal year 2027 state budget, Gov. Brad Little’s office announced Friday. “What we are seeing is we had …

Source: Idaho Capital Sun - Left-wing
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Nearby wildfires contributing to Spokane-area unsafe air conditions, local events postponed

Smoky air settling in downtown Spokane and east toward Spokane Valley drove air quality to hazardous levels Friday. Two fires burning southeast of Spokane likely contributed to the haze. The area’s air quality topped 300 on Friday morning, which is …

Source: The Spokesman-Review - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Jul 17, 2026

A Record-Warm Winter and Summer Heatwave Are Stoking Montana’s Wildfire Risk

Just weeks ago, western Montana appeared to have escaped the early wildfires that forecasters feared after one of the warmest and driest winters on record, as heavy rains in late June soaked forests and grasslands, tamping down the threat. But scientists …

Source: Inside Climate News - Left-wing
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Western communities report drops in tourism as wildfires burn nearby

For some mountain communities, summer was supposed to be a chance to recover from a difficult winter season. Instead, wildfires are bringing new economic challenges. In Southwestern Colorado, the city of Ouray is known for an ice climbing fest. But a warm …

Source: KUNC - Colorado - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jul 17, 2026

Flash flood watch in effect as storms target Idaho Mountains

Hot temperatures aren’t going anywhere, but today’s biggest weather story will be thunderstorms across south-central Idaho and the central Idaho mountains. Storms will develop this afternoon and evening and could bring heavy rainfall, wind gusts up to 60 …

Source: ABC 6 - Idaho - Neutral
Published on Jul 16, 2026

Heavy Smoke From Wildfires Blankets The U.S. Midwest And Northeast, Prompting Evacuations

Thousands of visitors were told to evacuate a remote Minnesota wilderness area accessible only by boat as wildfires send dangerously heavy smoke over the U.S. Midwest and Northeast this week. More than 100 wildfires are burning in Canada, where a train …

Source: HuffPost - Left-wing

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Published on July 19, 2026 - 17:24 GMT

Air quality alert issued due to wildfire smoke for Sunday, July 19, through Monday, July 20, for east central, southeast,...

What this alert means Air moves long distances and carries pollutants. During air quality alerts due to wildfires, the air is mixed with harmful smoke. Wildfire smoke spreads or lingers depending on the size of the fires, the wind, and the weather. The air …

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Published on July 19, 2026 - 17:52 GMT

Enhanced burning restrictions to begin Monday due to worsening fire conditions

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will activate Class IV burning restrictions beginning 12:01 p.m., Monday, July 20, for Cook, Koochiching, Lake and northern St. Louis counties, and also including the portions of the George Washington State …

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 01:25 GMT

Governor Newsom Announces Deployment of California Personnel to Support Flooding in Texas and Wildfires in Oregon

What you need to know: California is deploying over 100 highly trained personnel to Texas and Oregon to support emergency response efforts to flooding and wildfires. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of California …

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 00:17 GMT

Oregon adds California & Washington fire service resources as wildfire activity strains statewide capacity

With Oregon’s fire protection resources heavily committed to wildfires across the state, the Oregon State Fire Marshal is bringing in five task forces from California and two task forces from Washington to focus on protecting communities and critical …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 23:34 GMT

Oregon adds California & Washington fire service resources as wildfire activity strains statewide capacity

With Oregon’s fire protection resources heavily committed to wildfires across the state, the Oregon State Fire Marshal is bringing in five task forces from California and two task forces from Washington to focus on protecting communities and critical …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 20:28 GMT

County Commissioners urge residents to take precautions as wildfire smoke impacts air quality

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 17, 2026 County Commissioners urge residents to take precautions as wildfire smoke impacts air quality Freehold, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is urging residents to monitor air quality conditions and …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 20:31 GMT

State Emergency Coordination Center Activates to Level 3 for Wildfire Season

The Oregon Department of Emergency Management (OEM) has activated the State Emergency Coordination Center (ECC) as of 8 a.m. on July 17, 2026, escalating to Level 3: Regional Response as wildfire conditions intensify across the state. At this time, the …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 17:18 GMT

Governor Moore Announces Code Red Air Quality Condition in Maryland Resulting from Wildfire Smoke

Updated: Friday, July 17, 2026 ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Moore today announced Maryland’s Code Red air quality condition resulting from the Canadian and Northern United States wildfires. “For the health and safety of all Marylanders during the State’s Code …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 18:30 GMT

Hurricane Debris Risks Raise Awareness About Impact-Resistant Window Glass

Hurricane debris does not need to be large to cause serious damage. CLEARWATER, FL, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hurricane debris does not need to be large to cause serious damage. A loose roof shingle, broken fence board, …

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Published on July 18, 2026 - 01:25 GMT

Governor Newsom Announces Deployment of California Personnel to Support Flooding in Texas and Wildfires in Oregon

What you need to know: California is deploying over 100 highly trained personnel to Texas and Oregon to support emergency response efforts to flooding and wildfires. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the deployment of California …

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Published on July 17, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

SOFO’s 37th Annual Summer Gala Celebrated the Power of the Natural World in Bridgehampton

Fabien Cousteau, Bernadette Castro, Louise and Stephen Pesce, and Jean Shafiroff honored at Benefit supporting environmental education and conservation campaign NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The South Fork …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 11:35 GMT

Climate Health Society to Hold Inaugural Global Annual Meeting on October 22, 2026

Accelerating knowledge across disciplines, sectors, and borders to move the field forward faster than any single profession can alone. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Climate Health Society (CHS), a global …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 21:59 GMT

Why climate change won’t cause rat booms in most cities—But new risks remain

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- An international team of researchers from the US, Poland, and Italy has worked together to clarify how climate change affects urban rat populations, showing that the …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 18:54 GMT

The Safety Navigator Launches Camp Safety Tour: 28 Days, 9 States, 30+ Camps

Nonprofit camp safety organization hits the road to support the camp community face to face, in partnership with AccuWeather HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Safety Navigator, the nonprofit building the first free tech …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 18:22 GMT

How Heavy Rain and Flooding Put St. Tammany Parish Septic Systems at Risk

Brooks Plumbing & Septic Services Urges Northshore Homeowners to Inspect Septic Systems Ahead of Peak Storm Season MANDEVILLE, LA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Louisiana moves deeper into hurricane season, Brooks …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 16:27 GMT

XOP Networks Partners with Alfalak to Deploy Mission-Critical Communication System at Petro Rabigh in Saudi Arabia

Petro Rabigh Oil Refinery, Saudi Arabia. has deployed XOP Networks' RFCS and Mass Notification systems to bolster its emergency response capabilities. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- XOP Networks, Inc., a …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

As California heads into a hotter, drier season, Governor Newsom launches One Less Spark wildfire prevention campaign

With elevated fire risk testing the state this week, the campaign builds on record investment in wildfire prevention and readiness What you need to know: California is launching the One Less Spark campaign, a statewide public awareness effort aimed at …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

Governor Newsom announces deployment of California firefighters to support wildfire efforts in Oregon

What you need to know: California is deploying 10 CAL FIRE firefighters in critical leadership positions to help Oregon fight the over 2,656-acre East Evans Creek Fire. SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California is deploying 10 …

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Published on July 16, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

Power Outage Preparedness

As summer continues to bring high heat and dry conditions to much of the state, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) wants you and your family to be prepared if the power goes out. Preparing for a Power Outage   Here are some …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 04:57 GMT

Lance Luke Launches Digital Expert Witness Platform for Construction Litigators

National building expert provides legal teams with 40 years of construction defect and premises liability analysis via a new streamlined portal. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Construction engineer and three- …

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Published on July 15, 2026 - 00:14 GMT

BLZ Fire Skids Ships Ranger 60 Electric Fire Skid to Louisiana Fire Department

The company's most popular UTV fire skid is headed to Lowry Fire Department, delivering electric fire suppression with FightFinity™ onboard charging. ROANOKE , AL, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BLZ Fire Skids, a leading …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 20:59 GMT

Before the Next Storm: CDR Health Care Opens Miami Warehouse to Show How Hurricane Healthcare Readiness Begins Early

Florida families are being urged to add medications, medical devices, transportation and care plans to their hurricane preparations MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Long before a hurricane threatens Florida, …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 20:46 GMT

Battle proven NUE selected Finalist in xTech’s Adaptive Strike Competition

From Ukraine's front lines to Fort Irwin: NUE's SunCases hit 100% uptime, advancing to the finals of the U.S. Army's xTech Adaptive Strike. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phoenix, AZ - July 14, 2026 - …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

OTM Cyber and IRI Partner to Strengthen Cybersecurity and Sensitive Data Protection for Mission-Critical Organizations

OTM Cyber and IRI partner to combine managed cybersecurity with data-centric protection, securing sensitive info for public safety and regulated organizations. MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OTM Cyber and Innovative …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 13:27 GMT

Statewide Expedition nearing halfway point

SC7 Expedition enters S.C. Midlands enroute to the coast and Lowcountry COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Despite searing South Carolina heat and humidity, scores of participants in the sixth-annual South Carolina …

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Published on July 11, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

California Prepositions Firefighting Resources to Sierra County Ahead of Elevated Fire Weather

As elevated fire weather conditions continue across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned additional firefighting resources to Sierra County to strengthen local response capabilities ahead of …

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Published on July 10, 2026 - 13:44 GMT

Mat Tech Industrial Services Acquires Hook Set Transportation to Expand Gulf Coast Industrial Service Capabilities

Acquisition Strengthens Transportation, Waste Management, Environmental Services, and Specialty Rental Solutions for Industrial and Petrochemical Customers HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mat Tech Industrial …

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Published on July 9, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Institute of the Americas Releases Sustainability Tech Assessment for LAC Municipalities

Bilingual guide offers practical, scalable technologies for climate resilience, water security, renewable energy, waste, and sustainable urban development. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute of the …

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