FireWave
Coverage of FireWave in the Nexus archive.
- Debriefed 17 July 2026: UK ‘firewave’ | Fossil-fuelled heat deaths | London’s Natural History Museum spotlights climate
Wildfires and heatwaves, termed a 'firewave', impacted Europe and North America, with the UK experiencing 25 days of 30C+ temperatures. The Met Office noted climate events becoming the 'new normal', while the EU aims to increase electricity's energy share to 46% by 2040. New UK PM Andy Burnham plans North Sea drilling, and Trump-era policies delayed $83bn in clean energy projects.
- Unprecedented UK stretch above 30C stokes ‘firewave’ and strains emergency services
An unprecedented heatwave in the UK, with temperatures above 30C, has triggered a 'firewave' and overwhelmed emergency services. The region from Kent to Lincolnshire is experiencing significantly faster warming than other parts of the country.
- 'Firewave' rips through back gardens as tinderbox conditions see gas canisters explode and outbuildings left in cinders
A firewave caused gas canisters to explode and outbuildings to be destroyed in back gardens under tinderbox conditions.
- Britain issued 'firewave' warning as record-breaking heat sparks wildfires with 19 actively raging across the UK
Britain has issued a 'firewave' warning as record-breaking heat has triggered wildfires, with 19 actively burning across the UK. The extreme weather conditions have led to increased wildfire activity, prompting urgent alerts for public safety.
- Larimer County to test AI sound detection technology to catch wildfires early
Larimer County in Colorado is testing AI-powered sound detection technology developed by Israeli startup FireWave to identify wildfires early by recognizing unique fire sounds before smoke becomes visible. The system aims to provide faster detection and location accuracy for first responders, with initial installations at high-risk areas like a summer camp.