"Massive and serious" sabotage hits French rail network ahead of Olympics
France's high-speed rail network was hit by serious acts of criminal vandalism just hours before the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, officials say.
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Northern California wildfire explodes in size
The Park Fire, which broke out Wednesday afternoon near Chico, California, exploded in size overnight. It grew to more than 71,000 acres by Thursday, making it California's largest wildfire so far this year. A suspect has been arrested on suspicion of starting the blaze. Jonathan Vigliotti reports from Chico.
Oregon fire grows large enough to create its own weather as blazes scorch West
Dozens of major fires were burning across Oregon under record-breaking dry conditions as the state entered its 76th day without rain.
Members grieve massive fire which destroyed historic Dallas church sanctuary
The sight of devastation and the smell of smoke remains outside First Baptist Dallas, one day after a four-alarm fire tore through the original sanctuary.
Utah wildfire prompts mandatory evacuations
Helicopters and airplanes were dropping buckets over the flames as ground crews tried to contain the fire on Ensign Peak in Salt Lake City.
Lightning strikes in Greece start fires, kill cattle amid heat wave
Dangerous heat has posed a threat around the world this year.
Fire breaks out in spire of Rouen Cathedral in northwest France
The Notre Dame of Rouen Cathedral is undergoing renovations and thick smoke was seen rising from the spire, which is partially covered in scaffolding.
A look at how smokejumpers fight fires
When wildfires rage in areas that can't be accessed by road, smokejumpers are called in. These teams parachute in to dangerous areas to fight the blazes. Itay Hod takes a look at how they do it.
California wildfire torches over 2,000 acres
A wildfire north of Sacramento, California, fueled by oppressively high temperatures has burned more than 2,000 acres. It's one of multiple wildfires the state is fighting. CBS News Sacramento reporter Rachel Wulff has more.
Canadian wildfires released more gases than burning fossil fuels: Study
Scientists calculated the devastating impacts of the months-long 2023 Canadian wildfires.
Maui leaders target vacation rentals in proposal to house more locals
The mayor of Maui County in Hawaii wants to block owners of thousands of vacation properties from renting to visitors.
More than 20 workers killed as fire tears through lithium battery factory
Officials say most of those killed by a fire at a battery factory near South Korea's capital city were Chinese workers.
Wildfires break out across California
Firefighters are battling wildfires in both Northern and Southern California. The largest, some 60 miles north of Los Angeles, has already scorched more than 15,000 acres. Carter Evans reports.
House fire in Georgia kills 6 people, including 3 children
The fire broke out just before 5 a.m. at a home in Newnan, a city about 40 miles southwest of Atlanta.
Building fire kills more than 35 people in Kuwait
The fire that broke out in a building south of Kuwait City, housing almost 200 foreign laborers, left another 43 people injured, officials say.
Arrest made in shooting, massive Miami apartment fire that displaced more than 40 residents
Miami Police announced the arrest of a 73-year-old man accused of the shooting of another man and starting a massive fire at a Miami apartment complex that displaced more than 40 residents on Monday morning.
Puppies, birds among hundreds of caged animals killed in fire
The fire quickly swept across more than 100 shops in the market's pet section, according to the Bangkok government.
Man found shot in burned Miami apartment complex
A Miami apartment complex went up in flames Monday morning, leading authorities to discover a man inside who had been shot. More than 40 people were rescued and at least three firefighters were hospitalized. Peter D'Oench reports.
Fire tears through Poland weapons factory, killing 1 worker
An unexplained fire at a weapons factory in Poland left one employee dead and one injured, officials say.
Early heat wave expected in California
An extreme heat wave is expected in California this week with temperatures in the state's Central Valley set to soar above 100 degrees. The Corral Fire in the area has already burned more than 14,000 acres and is now at least 85% contained. CBS News Sacramento reporter Sakura Gray has more.
California wildfire forces evacuations
Crews are battling California's largest wildfire so far this year, the Corral Fire, which has burned more than 14,000 acres outside the city of Tracy, about 60 miles east of San Francisco. Thousands of people have been forced to evacuate, while officials say the fire is about 75% contained. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
Fire breaks out at amusement park in western India, at least 20 dead
The fire erupted at an amusement park in the city of Rajkot in Gujarat state.
Why does Canada have so many wildfires?
Crews in Western Canada are currently facing 130 active wildfires, including 14 considered out of control. Here's why it's so bad.
15 Oregon police cars burned overnight at training facility
Authorities in Portland say an arsonist set fire to at least 15 police cars at a training facility early Thursday.
U.K. man charged with "Russia-backed arson" attack in London
A 20-year-old British man has been charged with plotting an arson attack on a Ukraine-linked target in London at the behest of Russia.
Houthis issue new threat on Saudi airspace after attack on Riyadh airport
Thousands still without power in Florida and Alabama as Isaias moves north
Steve Bannon on the GOP and the midterms: "We can't afford to lose"
Zelenskyy claps back after Trump calls for new Ukrainian president
Pope Leo to undergo surgery after nodular lesion found in lung, Vatican says
DOJ investigating TV networks over suspension of press pool after Trump media ban
Christa Pike released from hospital following botched execution, lawyers say
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