In 2026, much of the U.S. has been very dry and in moderate to severe drought

With Utah gripped by one of its most dangerous wildfire seasons in recent memory, state officials have imposed sweeping restrictions on Fourth of July fireworks ahead of the…

With Utah gripped by one of its most dangerous wildfire seasons in recent memory, state officials have imposed sweeping restrictions on Fourth of July fireworks ahead of the…

As millions plan to celebrate the Fourth of July outdoors, meteorologists warn temperatures could soar to record-breaking, life-threatening highs.

America’s most dangerous holiday tradition must change with the times, writes Char Miller.

Fire officials urge Americans to be mindful of fireworks this July 4th due to extreme wildfire risks across western states.

In 2026, much of the U.S. has been very dry and in moderate to severe drought

This July 4, not everyone will be leaving the pyrotechnics to the professionals, so let's talk about the risk of fireworks starting wildfires.

Epidemiologists estimate that the volume of minor, home-treated burns and property fires is four to 10 times higher than annual emergency room records indicate

Las autoridades adoptaron medidas excepcionales debido a la sequía, las altas temperaturas y los numerosos focos activos. También impulsan espectáculos profesionales y…

With wildfires raging across the western U.S., cities and states are restricting fireworks as the nation gears up for a big Fourth of July

With wildfires raging across the Western U.S., cities and states are restricting fireworks as the nation gears up for a big Fourth of July

El riesgo extremo de incendios forestales obligó a varios estados y ciudades de EE.UU. a prohibir los fuegos artificiales este 4 de julio.

With wildfires raging across the Western U.S., cities and states are restricting fireworks as the nation gears up for a big Fourth of July

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Internal National Park Service documents seen by The Washington Post suggest visitors should “avoid prolonged exposure” in unhealthy areas

With bigger fireworks celebrations across the US, cities are expected to experience poor air quality under historic heat.

July 4 heatwave: A severe heatwave is gripping millions across the US, threatening July 4th celebrations with record-breaking temperatures and dangerous humidity. Outdoor events…

On the Fourth of July, some towns will be paying extra for fireworks — and others won’t be having any at all, Josh Marcus discovers