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South African researchers warn exotic plants increase risk of urban wildfires
XINHUA  |  Aug 06, 2025

Exotic species that combine large, thin leaves with tall, woody growth and high retention of dry or dead foliage are of particular concern.

Carelessly dropped cigarette caused fire at Nairobi National Park - CS Miano
Lucy Mumbi  |  Mar 02, 2025

The fire broke out in the Athi Basin area near Kitengela and was successfully contained through a coordinated multi-agency effort.

Fires in Nairobi and Ruma national parks persist as emergency teams battle to contain them
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 01, 2025

Authorities suspect that the fires were caused by human activities such as discarded cigarettes, arson and honey harvesting, combined with extremely d...

Los Angeles races to contain devastating wildfires before severe winds return
Reuters  |  Jan 13, 2025

Flames have reduced whole neighbourhoods to smouldering ruins, levelling the homes of the rich and famous and ordinary folk alike.

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