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Western wildfire season intensifies across Utah and surrounding states, prompting evacuations and emergencies, and the deaths of three firefighters along the Utah-Colorado border as smoke drifts across the region.
Firefighters battle a fifth day of flames at the Lineage cold-storage warehouse in Boyle Heights, sending unhealthy smoke across much of LA County as officials declared a state of emergency to speed resources; road closures and air-quality advisories remain in place, with officials saying progress is being made and the blaze could be extinguished by week’s end, though health and environmental concerns from smoke and spoiled food persist.
A human-caused wildfire near Eureka, dubbed the Iron Fire, grew from about 1,000 acres to more than 5,000 as shifting winds pushed the blaze toward the town. A Complex Incident Management Team was set to brief on Sunday, while officials warned of threats to numerous structures and smoke affecting the Wasatch Front.
Drift smoke from an 800-acre fire burning near Camp Pendleton in San Diego County blew into Temecula, Murrieta and Lake Elsinore, triggering a smoke advisory. Air quality is expected to range from moderate to unhealthy for sensitive groups, with heavier smoke posing health risks for everyone as southwest winds push the plume through Southwest Riverside County.
During wildfires, smoke and ash threaten health. Stay indoors when air quality is poor and limit outdoor time, especially if you have heart or lung conditions, with a plan for medications. If you must go outside, wear a tight-fitting NIOSH-approved N95 or P100 mask. Improve indoor air with clean furnace/AC filters or a DIY HEPA purifier; if using a generator, place it at least 20 feet from the home and use CO detectors. After the smoke clears, wear protection while cleaning, damp-wipe surfaces, wash ash from toys and pets, and vacuum with a HEPA-filter vacuum.
A reported explosion at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur sent thick black smoke and flames into the sky. First responders rushed to the scene, a shelter-in-place order was issued on the west side of Port Arthur, and sheriff officials say there are no reported injuries. Authorities believe the blast was likely caused by an industrial heater, with video showing a large plume of smoke and fire as residents felt the blast miles away.
An American Airlines flight was diverted to Washington Dulles after a passenger's device caught fire, causing smoke in the cabin. The fire was quickly contained by crew members, and the flight landed safely. Incidents of electronic device fires on planes have increased significantly, prompting new TSA restrictions on certain items.
Wildfires in Spain and Portugal have reached record levels in 2025 due to a severe heatwave, burning over 700,000 hectares combined, displacing thousands, and causing widespread smoke pollution across Europe, with record carbon emissions and impacts on infrastructure and air quality.
The finale of Apple TV+'s 'Smoke' reveals that Dave Gudsen, played by Taron Egerton, is actually an older, heavier man, challenging the audience's perception and emphasizing themes of projection and performative masculinity. Showrunner Dennis Lehane discusses the show's social commentary, character development, and the controversial ending, leaving open the possibility of continuation.
An explosion at the US Steel Clairton Coke Works in Pennsylvania caused multiple injuries and was described by a nearby worker as sounding like thunder, with dark smoke rising from the plant and emergency responders arriving at the scene.
Central New York continues to experience smoky skies with air quality alerts in effect, especially affecting sensitive groups. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected on Wednesday, which may temporarily improve air quality by reducing smoke particles. The situation remains monitored with updates expected throughout the week.
Wildfire smoke from Canada has caused air quality alerts across the US Midwest and Northeast, with smoke from over 200 wildfires in Canada drifting southward due to high-pressure systems, leading to health concerns especially for vulnerable populations, and exacerbated by climate change which fuels more intense wildfires.
Wildfire smoke from Canada is spreading across the US Northeast and Midwest, and will reach Europe, causing smoky conditions despite a high-pressure system that would typically bring clear weather, as weak winds trap the smoke in place.
Massachusetts is experiencing its worst air quality of the year due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, with an air quality alert in effect and health risks for sensitive groups, though some improvement is expected by Tuesday.
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is causing unhealthy air quality in Upstate New York, leading to an advisory for sensitive groups due to high levels of airborne particles.