Four Corners
Coverage of Four Corners in the Nexus archive.
- Why this July 4 weekend is a wildfire tinderbox
Extreme heat, drought, and dangerous fire weather are increasing wildfire risks across the U.S. West for the July 4 weekend, leading to fireworks restrictions and mandatory evacuations in Utah and Colorado. Wildfire activity is well above average, with over 157% of the 10-year average acreage burned by June 30, driven by climate change factors like prolonged drought and rising temperatures.
- Thousands of air conditioners recalled due to fire, burn risks as heat wave continues
Thousands of Amana air conditioners are being recalled due to fire and burn risks caused by a faulty heating element. The recall, issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, affects units sold from April to December 2025. The recall coincides with a dangerous heatwave in the U.S., during which a woman died after being exposed to extreme heat.