18 wildfires in Oregon, Washington force evacuations; thousands without power
Utility provider Portland General Electric halted power to 37,000 customers Saturday in the hopes of lessening wildfire risk.
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Extreme heat exacerbates California's Fairview Fire
Extreme heat is making it difficult for fire crews in Southern California to bring the Fairview Fire under control. So far, the wildfire has killed two people, forced thousands more to evacuate, and scorched almost 4 square miles of land. Carter Evans reports from Hemet, California.
Summer 2022 was Europe's hottest on record
Blistering heat, devastating droughts and raging wildfires were all part of Europe's hottest summer on record.
Extreme heat fuels raging California wildfires
California is facing withering heat and worsening wildfires. At least two people have died while trying to flee the Fairview Fire in Hemet. Carter Evans has the latest.
Four people killed in California wildfires
Ongoing drought and record high temperatures are fueling deadly fires in California. Jon Heggie, battalion chief for Cal Fire, joins CBS News’ Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano with the latest on the wildfires and efforts to fight them.
Extreme heat strains California power grid
California's power grid is being pushed to its limits by a major heat wave that won't let up for at least a few more days. Firefighters are dealing with the high temperatures and dry conditions that are fueling wildfires across the state. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Los Angeles.
Heat and wildfires ravage West Coast
More than 58 million people are under excessive heat warnings and advisories in seven states, and multiple wildfires are burning across California as firefighters battle the flames along with the brutal heat. Carter Evans reports.
California grapples with another day of deadly fires and record-breaking heat
More than 58 million people are under excessive heat warnings and advisories in seven states, including almost all of California.
California facing worst heat wave in years
Southern California continues to deal with triple-digit temperatures. And in Northern California, a fast-moving wildfire has killed two people. Carter Evans reports.
California wildfire explodes, kills 2, threatens thousands of structures
The Fairview Fire in Hemet, southeast of L.A. quickly grew by 100 times, from about 20 acres to some 2,000. Thousands of homes and businesses were evacuated.
Wildfire tears through Northern California town, kills two
About 1,000 people were evacuated and at least 132 structures were destroyed or damaged with the blaze only 25% contained.
Bay Area fire crews on standby as wildfire threat intensifies
The Mill Fire burning out of control near Mount Shasta is a reminder to Bay Area officials that we are just entering the most dangerous part of wildfire season. Andrea Nakano reports. (9-2-22)
Thousands evacuate, homes destroyed after wildfire erupts in California
A Cal Fire spokeswoman said several people have been injured in the blaze.
Millions in U.S. facing excessive heat
Those traveling out West this Labor Day weekend will encounter some brutally hot temperatures. Over 50 million Americans are facing excessive heat warnings and advisories across seven states, including nearly all of California. Carter Evans shares more.
Calif. wildfires force evacuations
California is on high alert as several wildfires have erupted near Los Angeles and San Diego amid a sweltering heat wave expected to last for the next week. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
California wildfires force evacuations amid heat wave
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Wednesday to increase power production, and urged residents to reduce electricity use.
Europe faces wildfires, drought, record heat
Record temperatures in Europe are leading to unprecedented droughts and wildfires across the continent. Ian Lee has more.
Severe weather sweeps across the country
Severe weather continues in parts of the country as rains bring floods to Mississippi, tornadoes touch down in the Twin Cities and fires burn in the West. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.
Ahead of expected Miss. flooding, mayor urges people to "get out now"
Gov. Tate Reeves declared a state of emergency in Mississippi amid concerns that flooding could inundate parts of the state's largest city.
Wildfires, severe weather impacting U.S.
Severe weather is impacting much of the country while wildfires and potential floods are prompting evacuations. Danya Bacchus has more.
Europe's drought is likely the worst in 500 years, officials say
Extreme heat and a lack of precipitation have plagued Europe for months, causing rivers to shrivel up, crops to die and wildfires to scorch people's homes.
Wildfires kill dozens as they tear through forests in Algeria
Officials said at least 39 blazes were raging across 14 regions, including one that caught out a public bus carrying people through the mountains.
Western wildfires threaten carbon offsets
As companies and individuals attempt to shrink their carbon footprints by buying carbon offsets, wildfires in the U.S. West are threatening the land set aside for such efforts. Senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
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FBI searched for nuclear documents at Trump's home; Europe faces heat wave, wildfires and extreme drought
Devastating wildfires are burning in France
With record heat turning brush and farmland into a tinderbox across much of Europe, wildfires are tearing across France, Spain and Portugal. CBS News correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports.
Trump threatens to cut aid to Nigeria, escalates claim of Christian persecution
For a second-straight day Saturday, President Trump accused the Nigerian government of not doing enough to prevent the killings of Christians.
British police say at least 10 wounded in stabbing attack on train near Cambridge
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the stabbing attack, British police said.
Dodgers win World Series, defeat Blue Jays in Game 7 classic
The Dodgers become the first repeat champion since the 1998-2000 New York Yankees
Uncertainty over federal food aid rises as shutdown fight continues
Rulings by two federal judges eased pressure on SNAP benefits, although President Trump said payments are likely to be delayed.
Syrian leader to meet Trump at White House this month, U.S. envoy says
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is scheduled to visit Washington, D.C., on Nov. 10, Tom Barrack, the U.S. envoy to Syria and U.S. ambassador to Turkey, confirmed.
Obama, Mamdani talk as Election Day approaches in New York City mayor's race
Zohran Mamdani is viewed as the leading candidate to become the next mayor of New York City, even as the contest has divided the normal partisan lines between Republicans and Democrats.
2 suspects sought in intentional explosion at Harvard Medical School building
Police say an explosion inside a building on the Harvard Medical School campus in Boston early Saturday morning appears to have been an intentional act.
Canadian prime minister says he apologized to Trump over anti-tariff ad
Prime Minister Mark Carney also told Ontario's Premier Doug Ford not to run the ad.
Rep. Nancy Mace cursed and berated airport police, incident report says
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace was flying out of Charleston International Airport on Thursday when the incident occurred.