Death toll climbs to 96 in Maui wildfires as Hawaii's governor warns more people could be found dead
Hawaii’s governor is warning that scores more people could be found dead following the wildfires on Maui.
Project Dynamo partners with local Maui company to transport perishable supplies
A Tampa Bay non-profit is assisting with relief efforts on the island. Founder and CEO of Project Dynamo, Bryan Stern said that they have teamed up with a local company, Air Maui Helicopters.
FOX, American Red Cross team up to support victims of Hawaii wildfires
Officials said relief is needed immediately, and more will be required later as the islands recover from the impacts.
Photos: Maui's historic Lahaina ravaged by deadly wildfire
Aerial footage showed whole sections of Lahaina had been reduced to gray ash, including Front Street, where tourists shopped and dined just days ago. Smoking heaps of rubble lay piled high next to the waterfront in the town, which dates to the 1700s.
Tampa-based nonprofit Project Dynamo helping with Maui evacuations
Crews with Tampa-based nonprofit Project Dynamo are helping to evacuate people from the wildfires in Hawaii.
'Took everything with it': Maui resident recounts escape from raging wildfires
The winds will slowly decrease Thursday across the islands as strong high pressure to the north will continue to weaken and move westward, the FOX Forecast Center said.
Devastating wildfires continue to spread in Maui, officials urge residents to heed evacuation warnings
Wind-fueled wildfires continued to tear through parts of Maui, Hawaii Wednesday night.
Mars or Manhattan? Wildfire smoke draws comparisons to Red Planet
The light-scattering effect of the smoke molecules turned the sky several shades of red throughout the day Wednesday and had some asking, am I on Mars or Earth?
Crews battle 60-acre brush fire in Pasco County, work to protect nearby mobile homes
The extremely dry weather continues to help fuel wildfires around Florida.
Officials warn of wildfire season with dry conditions continuing across Florida
Dry conditions across the state has Florida Forest Service officials raising red flags over this wildfire season, which they said is already off to a hot and early start.
Burn ban in place for Polk County after massive wildfire burn more 650 acres in River Ranch camping area
A burn ban is now in effect in Polk County following a massive wildfire that burned more than 650 acres and destroyed hundreds of out-buildings and a few campers, earlier this week.
Tampa Bay area in ‘severe drought,’ communities issue burn bans
New drought maps released Thursday show most of the Tampa Bay area is in a severe drought. Fire officials say the dry and windy conditions create prime opportunities for brush fires to spread.
Massive wildfire covers 500 acres in Polk County, River Ranch camps closed
The River Ranch camping area in Polk County was closed early Tuesday evening while crews battle a growing wildfire.
New Mexico wildfires, enraged residents prompt Biden visit
Evacuations have displaced thousands of residents from rural villages with Spanish-colonial roots and high poverty rates.
Saving your wine one bite at a time: Oregon winery uses goats to fend off wildfires
A vineyard in Oregon practices grazing-based viticulture, using animals to help improve their wine and protect the farm from wildfires.
Smoke may be visible in Bay Area due to controlled burns in Hillsborough, Polk counties
Agencies across the Bay Area were conducting controlled burns Wednesday. Officials said there's no cause for concern, however, residents may be able to see and even smell smoke.
Wildfire burns 150 acres in Sarasota, Charlotte counties
A fast-moving brush fire has burned about 150 acres across Charlotte and Sarasota counties. It started Saturday night near Dubarry Avenue in Port Charlotte and then jumped several blocks, damaging a boat, fences and some storage sheds.
Wildfires can be dangerous to your health even if you’re nowhere near one
The American Lung Association's annual report says there were more days with unhealthy air quality last year than in the 20-year history of the report, due to wildfires.
Experts predict ‘active’ fire season despite recent rains
Fire officials said there were four wildfires locally on Thursday with one in Pinellas, one in Hillsborough, and two in Polk County. The largest was in Polk County, consuming 60 acres.
Red Flag Warning issued as fire risk increases around Tampa Bay
Dry air and moderate to high winds are stoking concerns that brush fires could become a problem in Bay Area counties Wednesday.