Feds experience challenges cleaning up site of devastating Maui fires

Federal authorities have started removing hazardous materials from the Maui wildfires and laying the groundwork to dispose of burnt cars, buildings and other debris.

Louisiana saltwater intrusion declared federal disaster

Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.

More than a dozen earthquakes rock Southern California amid Tropical Storm Hilary

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Southern California as Tropical Storm Hilary approached followed by at least 17 aftershocks ranging from 2.5 to 3.9-magnitude.

Ongoing flash drought increases wildfire concerns in Texas

Nearly 70% of Texas is currently experiencing a drought, which is up about 20% over the last two months. This rapid increase is partially due to a flash drought.

Parmer Lane Fire: Wilco justices of the peace collecting donations for victims

Residents who want to help can drop off new socks and undergarments for children and adults at any of the county JP offices through Friday, Aug. 18.

How prepared is the City of Austin for a major wildfire?

In this FOX 7 Focus, FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak speaks with Justice Jones and Lt. Steve Gibbon with the Austin Fire Department's wildfire division about the risk and preparations for wildfire danger.

Maui fire death toll climbs to 93, now the deadliest wildfire in modern US history

Emergency workers with axes and cadaver dogs are marking the ruins of Maui homes with a bright orange X for an initial search and HR when they find human remains.

Maui fires: Did Lahaina's historic banyan tree survive?

For generations, the banyan tree along Lahaina town’s historic Front Street served as a gathering place, its leafy branches unfurling majestically to give shade from the Hawaiian sun.

'Took everything with it': Maui resident recounts escape from raging wildfires

The winds will slowly decrease Thursday across the islands as strong high pressure to the north will continue to weaken and move westward, the FOX Forecast Center said.

Oak Grove Fire: Wildfire in San Marcos caused by equipment use

The Texas A&M Forest Service says that the Oak Grove Fire in San Marcos remains at an estimated 400 acres as of August 8 and is 90% contained.

Oak Grove Fire: Residents forced to evacuate as crews battle wildfire

One of several residents forced to evacuate due to the raging wildfire in San Marcos says, "It's life what am I supposed to do, you know, I don't want to burn up."

Preliminary 6.3-magnitude earthquake strikes off Mexico coast

It was centered in the Gulf of California, also known as the Sea of Cortez, about 81 miles east of the resort of Cabo San Lucas.

Most active Philippine volcano spews lava as evacuation orders loom

Authorities cautioned that thousands more remain within the permanent danger zone below Mayon, which has long been declared off limits.

Williamson County signs contract with FloodMapp to revolutionize flood disaster response

The contract allows the county to access operational real-time flood intelligence through FloodMapp's products to better its flood preparation, response and recovery.

Haiti rocked by 4.9 magnitude earthquake leaving at least 4 dead, dozens injured

An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.9 struck southern Haiti early Tuesday, killing at least four people and injuring 36 others, authorities said.

Avalanche in Pakistan kills at least 11 members of nomadic tribe

A snowy avalanche in northern Pakistan killed 11 people Saturday, including a 4-year-old boy, and injured 25 from a nomadic tribe as they crossed a mountainous area with their goat herds, police said.

Mount St. Helens erupted 43 years ago Thursday: Here's how it unfolded

While the most devastating acts from the eruption of Mt. St. Helens occurred on May 18, 1980, scientists began getting an inkling something was up a little more than two months before the eruption. The USGS released a day-by-day rundown reliving those anxiety-ridden weeks.