Why a Rain 'Whiplash' Is to Blame for Los Angeles Fires
A study published Thursday has put the blame for the wildfires ravaging parts of Los Angeles on an emerging climate phenomenon: hydroclimate whiplash. This latest disaster comes on the heels of years of unprecedented weather swings, where periods of above-average rainfall are followed by extensive droughts.
The role of climate change in the catastrophic 2025 Los Angeles fires
The climate is changing, and our journalists are here to help you make sense of it. Sign up for our newsletters and never miss a story. The main way that climate change worsens wildfires is by drying out vegetation.
How climate change fueled Los Angeles Wildfires: All you need to know
Climate change is drastically increasing the frequency and intensity of wildfires in Los Angeles. With record heat, low rainfall, and dry vegetation, experts warn that the current conditions are a clear indication of how global warming is reshaping fire risks in California.
Climate Matters: Los Angeles wildfires worsened by climate change
The most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles's history have ravaged scenic neighborhoods and forced thousands to evacuate as they remain mostly uncontained early Thursday afternoon. According to Cal Fire,
The Conditions That Led to the ‘Unprecedented’ Los Angeles County Fires
The biggest threat to Los Angeles remains the strong winds, which reduced in speed early Thursday morning, allowing firefighters to better take control of the fires. Stronger winds, however, are expected to return later in the day.
Albanese seizes on Los Angeles fires to argue case for climate action
As some of the world’s wealthiest enclaves are destroyed, the PM says Peter Dutton’s nuclear energy plan will delay action to address climate change.
The Los Angeles Fires Will Put California’s New Insurance Rules to the Test
The state’s insurance industry was reformed in late 2024 to promote coverage in disaster-prone areas. Tens of billions in fire damage will stress-test the new regime.
Fires in California decimate Los Angeles area, leave apocalyptic scenes: Live Updates
The Palisades, Eaton, Hurst, Lidia, Kenneth and Sunset fires are burning in Southern California, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. Here are the latest updates.
Winds, Warmth and Relentless Drought Fueled Los Angeles Fires, Scientists Say
Scientists said the wind-whipped wildfires tearing across the arid Los Angeles landscape mark the latest in climate-fuelled weather extremes that are likely to escalate further as global temperatures continue to climb.
How 'hellish' Santa Ana winds are fueling destructive fires around Los Angeles
Santa Ana winds are one of the nation's most notorious wind events and an ongoing weather hazard in Southern California.
High winds, lack of rain and climate change stoking California fires
High winds and lack of rain are the main factors driving the Southern California fires, but climate change is altering the background conditions, increasing the likelihood of these conflagrations, say experts.
What's the latest on the Los Angeles wildfires and what caused them?
Out-of-control wildfires are ripping across parts of Los Angeles, leading to at least five deaths, burning down hundreds of ...
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Provocative Climate Change Tweet Goes Viral as Los Angeles Wildfires Rage On: 'Hits Hard'
A provocative climate change tweet discussing the evolution of climate change-related disasters has gone viral as the Los ...
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What made the Los Angeles wildfires so monstrous
Santa Ana winds topping 90 mph and extra-dry vegetation have fueled what may become the costliest wildfires on record.
Thousands of Los Angeles homeowners were dropped by their insurers before the Palisades Fire
About 1,600 policies for Pacific Palisades homeowners were dropped by State Farm in July, the state insurance office says.
Earth records hottest year ever in 2024 and the jump was so big it breached a key threshold
Global temperatures in 2024 soared to yet another record level, but this time it was such a big jump that Earth temporarily ...
Insurance crisis with California wildfires
California's historic wildfires come nearly a year after an insurance company canceled thousands of homeowners policies. The ...
Are LA fires affecting flights from Washington to southern California? Here’s what we know
Los Angeles wildfires have displaced over 100,000 people and burned thousands of buildings. Here’s what to know if you’re flying from WA.
California wildfires burn at at least 10,000 structures, officials urge evacuations
A fast-moving fire broke out in the Hollywood Hills, threatening one of Los Angeles' most iconic spots as firefighters ...