Across the western U.S., wildfires are becoming larger and more severe—and even trees that initially survive are dying in ...

Christmas trees and other holiday decorations are an annual tradition for many, but misuse and neglect can lead to deadly consequences. Fire departments across the country respond to hundreds of ...

Deciduous trees, for example, are more fire-resistant than coniferous, evergreen ones. Their leaves have a higher moisture content and there are no leaves on the tree for several months of the ...

If you’ve ever wondered why trees will often be standing even after a wildfire has destroyed nearby homes, fire officials are offering an explanation. “The answer lies in the difference ...

According to the National Fire Protection Association, Christmas trees are very unlikely to start a residential fire, but if a tree is placed improperly, it could be dangerous. The NFPA notes that ...

But the sprawling tree survived the blaze, and thanks to the efforts of arborists and dedicated volunteers, parts of it are growing back — and even thriving. One year after the fire, here’s ...

But the sprawling tree survived the blaze, and thanks to the efforts of arborists and dedicated volunteers, parts of it are growing back — and even thriving. One year after the fire, here’s ...

as a dry Christmas tree can be a fire hazard. According to the National Fire Protection Association, dried-out trees are a fire danger and should not be left in the home or garage or placed ...

Joshua Tree National Park leadership has implemented fire restrictions that began on Saturday, June 15, and will continue through October 1 due to hot, dry weather conditions and increasing fire ...