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A Silvanet sensor hanging on a tree
“Nature is beyond the stage where it can help itself” – this tech company wants to save the forests from wildfires, with a digital network for trees

By Julia Clarke Last updated

A network of hidden sensors could help sniff out and prevent wildfires – and hopefully, help save the forests we love

Nature & Wildlife
Colorado wildfire now one of largest in state history, but officials say rainfall – and increased flash flood risk – is on the way

By Julia Clarke Published

The Lee Fire is now 90% contained, while monsoon season may present new problems

Hiking Safety
Mount Vesuvius closed to hikers as 2-mile-wide wildfire erupts on famous volcano

By Julia Clarke Published

Local media reports that a new wave of flames opened up overnight

Hiking
Massive wildfire sweeps Arthur's Seat, Scottish hiking spot popularized by Netflix show One Day

By Julia Clarke Published

The blaze comes as the Scottish capital is flooded by visitors for the Edinburgh Festival

Hiking
"Stay out of the woods": Canadian province bans hiking due to elevated wildfire risk, introduces fines of $25,000 for violations

By Julia Clarke Published

Hiking, camping, fishing and use of ATVs in the woods may be off limits for several months

Hiking Safety
Historic Grand Canyon Lodge destroyed, trails closed, widespread evacuations – 2 US National Parks now under threat from "extreme and volatile" wildfires

By Julia Clarke Published

The Grand Canyon and Colorado's Black Canyon are experiencing massive blazes

National Parks & Monuments
Scottish Gamekeepers Association share a photo of a wildfire burning in Scottish Highlands in Jun 2025
"Off the scale": 3 wildfires rage in the Scottish Highlands – gamekeepers blame controlled burn restrictions, witnesses point to unattended campfires

By Julia Clarke Published

Local fire crews say the tides are turning after a "much needed" overnight downpour, but locals gamekeepers warn a "nightmare scenario" is still a possibility without changes to legislation

Camping
5 ways I think rewilding can help to save the planet

By Alex Foxfield Published

Rewilding has been in the news a fair bit of late – with our natural spaces under threat, here’s five ways I believe rewilding can help to save the planet

Nature & Wildlife
Authorities investigate after "devastating" fire decimates popular Irish coastal hike

By Will Symons Published

Much of the Claggan Coastal trail was destroyed in the fire, which authorities suspect was started by reckless hikers

Hiking
Yellowstone fires
Yellowstone National Park at an increased risk of wildfires due to standing dead trees, warn researchers

By Will Symons Published

Researchers are urging Yellowstone officials to invest in greater protection after the findings of a new report

National Parks & Monuments
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