As the Wolf Fire continues to char hundreds of acres in southern California, forcing evacuations, much of the rest of the United States is bracing for one of the most wildfire-prone times of the year.

Fires, storms and the potential for near-record high temperatures across the western US are in the offing for the coming week. The Gifford Fire, about 125 miles northwest of Los Angeles, had burned ...

Perks of living in the Western US include endless outdoor adventures, urban amenities and a very high standard of living. The West Census Region in the US, comprising 14 states and territories, is ...

WASHINGTON — Lightning will ignite more wildfires in the western United States in the coming decades as temperatures increase due to climate change, according to a new study that combined predictions ...