Firefighters are nearing victory in the battles against three major wildfires near Los Angeles that have burned more than 117,000 acres, destroyed nearly 200 structures and injured 23 people, officials said.

By Miguel Pereira and Pedro Nunes VIZEU DISTRICT, Portugal (Reuters) -Firefighters tackling deadly wildfires in central and northern Portugal had doused the flames in the Aveiro district, one of the worst-hit,

More than 5,000 firefighters are battling major wildfires in Portugal. Strong winds and heat last weekend fuelled fires across the north and centre of the country. At least seven people have died, while dozens of buildings have been destroyed.

Southern California is on fire again. If you're still hankering to go outdoors, try these trails that are far away from the burned areas.

Firefighters are increasing containment of three major wildfires after a drastic change in weather conditions this week in Southern California. The region's three largest fires -- the Bridge, Airport and Line fires -- all started in early September during a stretch of extremely hot days.