Dangerous wildfires burn across several states

Dangerous wildfires burned across several states on Sunday, with a state of emergency in South Carolina, as fire officials work to contain other blazes in North Carolina and New Jersey. NBC News’ Kathy Park reports from the fire zone in South Carolina.

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Video shows wildfires burning across Oklahoma

Several wildfires have burned across Oklahoma destroying several homes and buildings, including the farmhouse of that state's Gov. Kevin Stitt.
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Wildfires, tornadoes sparked by storm system that killed at least 40 across U.S.

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California delegation pushes for Los Angeles County wildfire aid

California's congressional delegation urged Congress to approve federal funding to support recovery efforts after the Los Angeles County wildfires devastated communities across the Southern portion ...
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Severe Storms Killed At Least 40 in 7 U.S. States. Here’s What to Know.

The tornadoes, dust storms and wind-fanned wildfires have led to at least 40 deaths across the United States this past week.
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Fire danger continues after deadly wildfires ravage state

Parts of Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas face a critical threat of fire danger.
ABC News - Mar. 17
Wildfires Quickly Spread Across Texas and Oklahoma

In Oklahoma alone, more than 150 blazes were burning, which have destroyed almost 300 structures and killed at least one person.
The New York Times - Mar. 15
Deadly storms and tornadoes leave damage across several states

Several states throughout the U.S. were left with damages after deadly storms and tornadoes destroyed multiple homes and buildings.
NBC News - Mar. 16
Cleanup under way after massive storm barreled across at least eight US states

Tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms resulted in the deaths of more than 40 people and widespread destruction. US storm damage – in pictures Clean up efforts have started in several US states ...
The Guardian - Mar. 17
Several tornadoes touch down as deadly storms move across US

Deadly winter storms are moving across parts of the United States with several tornadoes touching down in some areas. NBC’s Adrienne Broaddus reports and Angie Lassman tracks the forecast.
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Wildfire warnings impact Texas, Arkansas, Florida as strong winds persist

Powerful winds and wildfire warnings persist in several states, with some areas still fighting existing flames.
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Trump's law firm memo and wildfires burn in the Carolinas: Morning Rundown

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18 dead, dozens injured as severe storms hit multiple states

Over 200,000 are without power across five states -- Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Texas and Arkansas.
ABC News - Mar. 15
Wildfires continue to scorch Carolinas, burning homes and forcing evacuations

Crews in the Carolinas are continuing to battle major wildfires that have scorched hundreds of acres, forced evacuations and destroyed homes.
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Worst storms of 2025 will be outside Tornado Alley, severe weather forecast predicts

Tornadoes can (and have) hit every U.S. state, but the area nicknamed Tornado Alley is probably where your mind goes when you think of dangerous twisters. This year, that's not be the region of ...
The Hill - Mar. 14
Residents urged to evacuate as wildfires burn along East Coast

Crews are racing to contain wildfires from New Jersey to the Carolinas as evacuation orders are being issued. Officials warn residents living close to the flames leave now or risk being trapped or ...
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Parts of L.A. Urged to Evacuate as ‘Widespread’ Rain and Snow Hit California

A storm soaking the state on Wednesday and Thursday is bringing new danger to the area hit by wildfires earlier this year.
The New York Times - Mar. 12
Forecasters Warn of ‘Wildfire Outbreak’ Across Texas and Oklahoma

Strong winds and dry conditions could help fuel fires in parts of the Southwest and the Plains on Friday.
The New York Times - Mar. 14
Three dead as threat of tornadoes moves south and blinding winds fan wildfires

At least three people have died in Missouri after a powerful system of storms swept across the central part of the United States on the way east Saturday morning, with weather warnings issued in ...
NBC News - Mar. 14
Deadly storms ravage South, Midwest as millions prepare for severe weather

At least 36 people have died across seven states as powerful storm systems swept through the Midwest and South. The storms have left hundreds of thousands of customers without power, injured dozens ...
NBC News - Mar. 17
Oklahoma State softball, baseball teams return to field Sunday after wildfires hit Stillwater

The Oklahoma State softball and baseball teams had to cancel Friday and Saturday games because of wildfires in the area
Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15
Moulton: Hegseth a danger to US, servicemembers

Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.) slammed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, calling him a danger to the country and the United States’ military after The Atlantic reported on Monday that its ...
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Powerful storm barrels east across U.S.

The National Weather Service is warning of just about every kind of danger, including tornadoes, hail, thunderstorms and hurricane-force winds as a large storm system moves across the U.S. ...
CBS News - Mar. 14
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt’s Farmhouse Among Properties Burned in Wildfires

In a video posted to social media, Gov. Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma said he had experienced the “total loss” of his farmhouse over the weekend.
The New York Times - Mar. 18
Pacific Palisades pizzeria owner details recovery efforts from devastating wildfires

It's been just over two months since wildfires burned through Los Angeles, killing more than two dozen people and displacing tens of thousands. California officials say they've finished cleaning up ...
CBS News - Mar. 10
ClimateWatch: Exploring the connection between wildfires and climate change

In this episode of "ClimateWatch," CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at the impact wildfires have had on the United States and how climate change is playing a role.
CBS News - 6d
Wildfires in western Japan damage homes, force residents to evacuate

Wildfires have hit several regions in western Japan, injuring at least two people, forcing dozens of residents to evacuate and damaging homes as hundreds of firefighters battled the widening blaze ...
ABC News - 1d
At least 40 killed in storm system that spawned tornadoes and fanned wildfires across U.S.

A series of violent and deadly tornadoes killed at least 40 people across the U.S. this weekend. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes reports on the damage from Alabama and CBS News Philadelphia ...
CBS News - Mar. 17
42 dead in severe storms and tornadoes that swept across U.S.

At least 42 people are dead after powerful storms swept through the Midwest and the South over the weekend and drenched parts of the Northeast.
NBC News - Mar. 17
Dozens of tornadoes leave path of destructions across 7 states

Parts of the Northeast were drenched in rain and hail after deadly storms and dozens of tornadoes ripped across seven states in the South and Midwest over the weekend, killing at least 40 people. ...
NBC News - Mar. 17
At least two dead as wildfires rage in South Korea

Two people were found dead as multiple fires raged across the country on Saturday.
BBC News - 3d
At least 20 dead as severe storms rip through the South and Midwest

The storm system has left buildings in ruins, wrecked power supplies, and intensified more than 100 wildfires.
NBC News - Mar. 15
Los Angeles Wildfires Leave Residents Worried About Contaminated Soil

Federal agencies are removing topsoil from burned areas but will not test it for contaminants. So scientists and residents are testing fire-affected properties themselves.
The New York Times - Mar. 10
At least 40 people dead after extreme weather slams parts of U.S.

At least 40 people have died across seven states in a storm system that brought high winds, rain, tornadoes and wildfires to parts of the South and Midwest. CBS News' Jason Allen has more.
CBS News - Mar. 17
Severe weather storms forecast throughout South, Midwest; 3 dead in Texas

Tornadoes may hit the Mississippi Valley on Friday, as well as blizzards in the northern Plains and gusty conditions in Texas that pose a high risk of wildfires.
CBS News - Mar. 14
Michigan State basketball picked to make March Madness Final Four by several analysts

Michigan State basketball was picked to make the Final Four of the 2025 men's NCAA Tournament by several analysts on Selection Sunday. Here's more:
Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17
Severe weather bringing mudslide threat, forcing evacuations in fire-scarred California

Thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate and officials say millions are at risk as a massive storm slams parts of California already reeling from January's devastating wildfires. CBS News ...
CBS News - Mar. 13
US tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms leave 40 dead and 'staggering' damage

The weather cut a swathe of destruction across an area of the country that is home to more than 100 million people.
BBC News - Mar. 17
A Court Showdown on Deportations

Also, wildfire danger looms over the southern Plains. Here’s the latest at the end of Monday.
The New York Times - Mar. 17
Your Home Is Vulnerable to Extreme Weather. Here’s How to Protect It.

Here are some tips on how to defend your home against floodwaters, dangerous winds and wildfires.
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