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Want to help restore neglected and fire-damaged California trails? Volunteers are desperately needed right now
By Will Symons published
The Siskiyou Mountain Club is appealing for help to rejuvenate stunning backcountry trails

"We started to hear the fire crackle right behind us" – video shows terrified hikers fleeing from LA wildfires
By Julia Clarke published
The hikers were surprised by the fires which tore across LA on Tuesday

Wildfire in Californian San Gabriel Mountains rages, reaching 1,000 acres
By Charlie Lyon published
The fire broke out at the base of the mountain range, which is a popular hiking area, in Eaton Canyon northeast of Pasadena

Trail runners and hikers come together to restore wildfire-damaged trails in Connecticut
By Will Symons published
Outdoor enthusiasts from across Connecticut met to raise funds for major restoration projects on the state's Blue-blazed trail system

Concerned officials warn of ‘critical’ wildfire risk in the Midwest
By Will Symons published
Residents in South Dakota, Nebraska and northern Kansas will be on high alert as wildfire warning issued

Massive Colorado wildfire was started by man trying to cremate his dog
By Julia Clarke published
The man now faces criminal charges

Shocking drone footage emerges of fire-ravaged Jasper National Park, after the largest wildfire there in a century
By Charlie Lyon published
Parks Canada has released footage showing extent of the damage, with destroyed buildings and charred trees blighting the landscape

What is a Red Flag Warning – and what does it mean for hiking and camping?
By Julia Clarke published
How to stay safe when the conditions raise a red flag

Three men charged with illegal camping, starting a wildfire in US National Park may face up to six months in prison
By Julia Clarke last updated
The men were charged after the 2022 incident, which damaged park property

"Maybe he’s confused about what these devices are!" – exasperated police release photos of man who keeps tampering with wildfire equipment
By Julia Clarke published
California officials have taken to social media to try to identify the man who has been caught on camera interfering with wildfire detection equipment in open spaces
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