Breaking: Oak Fire reported in Santa Clara County on April 19A new wildfire named Oak has started in Santa Clara County, with no details on its containment or cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 21A wildfire in Los Angeles County has been burning for over 26 hours with unknown containment status and an undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 23A wildfire named LAC-141937 was reported in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 23A new wildfire in Los Angeles County was reported with an unknown containment status and cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Del Norte County on April 23A new wildfire has ignited in Del Norte County, California, with an unknown cause and containment status.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 25A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently ongoing, with limited information on its containment and cause.
Breaking: Oak Fire reported in Santa Clara County on April 19A new wildfire named Oak has started in Santa Clara County, with no details on its containment or cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 21A wildfire in Los Angeles County has been burning for over 26 hours with unknown containment status and an undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 23A wildfire named LAC-141937 was reported in Los Angeles County, with unknown containment and cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 23A new wildfire in Los Angeles County was reported with an unknown containment status and cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Del Norte County on April 23A new wildfire has ignited in Del Norte County, California, with an unknown cause and containment status.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on April 25A new wildfire in Los Angeles County is currently ongoing, with limited information on its containment and cause.
1 Person Injured, Homes Evacuated After Gas Main Rupture In BrooklynA gas main rupture in Brooklyn caused evacuations and left a National Grid worker seriously injured.
Gas main rupture in Ridge Boulevard injures oneA gas rupture in Bay Ridge injured one National Grid worker on April 24, prompting evacuation and emergency response.
1 Person Injured, Homes Evacuated After Gas Main Rupture In BrooklynA gas main rupture in Brooklyn caused evacuations and left a National Grid worker seriously injured.
Gas main rupture in Ridge Boulevard injures oneA gas rupture in Bay Ridge injured one National Grid worker on April 24, prompting evacuation and emergency response.
Two Massachusetts high schoolers killed, two critically injured in Florida crashTwo Concord-Carlisle High School seniors died in a Florida car crash, deeply impacting their community.
Leaving Cert student who died in Tipperary road crash named locally, as woman (50s) dies in separate crash in Co KilkennyA tragic car accident resulted in the death of 18-year-old Bronagh English, causing deep sorrow in the Tipperary community.
Two Massachusetts high schoolers killed, two critically injured in Florida crashTwo Concord-Carlisle High School seniors died in a Florida car crash, deeply impacting their community.
Leaving Cert student who died in Tipperary road crash named locally, as woman (50s) dies in separate crash in Co KilkennyA tragic car accident resulted in the death of 18-year-old Bronagh English, causing deep sorrow in the Tipperary community.
DJI's new drone speaker lets cops yell at you from the skyDJI's Zenmuse V1 speaker can broadcast audio at 127 decibels, aiding public safety and emergency communication.
Turkey: Powerful earthquake shakes Istanbul, injures dozens DW 04/23/2025A 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit Istanbul, injuring at least 151 people, mainly from jumping from buildings in panic.
Casualties rushed to hospital after Florida university shootingA mass shooting occurred at Florida State University, injuring several and sending at least one person to critical care.
Huge fire engulfs two flats in east London block with 100 firefighters sent to sceneThe Independent provides critical news coverage amid significant events, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
1 dead after vehicle crashes into Pickering, Ont., bus shelter | CBC NewsA woman died and a man was seriously injured after a vehicle hit a bus shelter in Pickering.
Man rushed to hospital after being stabbed in Archway underground stationA man was stabbed at Archway Underground Station and taken to a trauma center after initial treatment by paramedics.
DJI's new drone speaker lets cops yell at you from the skyDJI's Zenmuse V1 speaker can broadcast audio at 127 decibels, aiding public safety and emergency communication.
Turkey: Powerful earthquake shakes Istanbul, injures dozens DW 04/23/2025A 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit Istanbul, injuring at least 151 people, mainly from jumping from buildings in panic.
Casualties rushed to hospital after Florida university shootingA mass shooting occurred at Florida State University, injuring several and sending at least one person to critical care.
Huge fire engulfs two flats in east London block with 100 firefighters sent to sceneThe Independent provides critical news coverage amid significant events, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
1 dead after vehicle crashes into Pickering, Ont., bus shelter | CBC NewsA woman died and a man was seriously injured after a vehicle hit a bus shelter in Pickering.
Man rushed to hospital after being stabbed in Archway underground stationA man was stabbed at Archway Underground Station and taken to a trauma center after initial treatment by paramedics.
Car fire in Caldecott Tunnel blocking all eastbound lanes of Highway 24A car fire in the Caldecott Tunnel is causing major traffic disruptions.
They're killing me!: Ex-tenant testifies in detail about fatal sword stabbing of Bay Area landlordEmergency services failed to respond in a critical situation, leading to a violent attack on the landlord Curtis Lind.
Powerful Earthquake Shakes IstanbulIstanbul experienced a magnitude-6.2 earthquake, triggering panic and highlighting the city's vulnerability to seismic events.
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Southern CaliforniaA 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit southern California, prompting emergency assessments.
Powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Turkiye's IstanbulA 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit Istanbul, causing evacuations and one injury from a balcony jump during the quake.
Map: 5.2 earthquake in mountains near San DiegoA 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego with no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Powerful Earthquake Shakes IstanbulIstanbul experienced a magnitude-6.2 earthquake, triggering panic and highlighting the city's vulnerability to seismic events.
A 5.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Southern CaliforniaA 5.2 magnitude earthquake hit southern California, prompting emergency assessments.
Powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake shakes Turkiye's IstanbulA 6.2 magnitude earthquake hit Istanbul, causing evacuations and one injury from a balcony jump during the quake.
Map: 5.2 earthquake in mountains near San DiegoA 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck near San Diego with no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
12-year-old girl first to notify police after small plane crashed into a Nebraska river, killing 3 on boardA 12-year-old girl named Paisley Fenner called 911 after witnessing a plane crash, demonstrating remarkable instincts in a traumatic situation.
Fire damages several homes on Staten Island block; residents urged to 'avoid smoke, close windows'A massive fire damaged homes in West Brighton, Staten Island, prompting a significant emergency response.
Fallen utility pole blocks traffic outside Staten Island shopping centerA utility pole fell across a roadway in New Springville, causing halted traffic and requiring emergency response.
FDNY responds to boat on fire at Staten Island boatyardA fire at a Staten Island boatyard was contained, with no reported injuries.Emergency services quickly responded, controlling a fire involving one boat.
Fire damages several homes on Staten Island block; residents urged to 'avoid smoke, close windows'A massive fire damaged homes in West Brighton, Staten Island, prompting a significant emergency response.
Fallen utility pole blocks traffic outside Staten Island shopping centerA utility pole fell across a roadway in New Springville, causing halted traffic and requiring emergency response.
FDNY responds to boat on fire at Staten Island boatyardA fire at a Staten Island boatyard was contained, with no reported injuries.Emergency services quickly responded, controlling a fire involving one boat.
At least three dead and four injured as huge fire rips through NYC homeA massive fire in Queens on Easter Sunday resulted in three fatalities and four injuries.
Large fire in Astoria, Queens damages 2 buildings, 4 people injuredFire in Astoria injured four people, three of whom were firefighters, while another deadly fire in Queens claimed three lives.
Brooklyn Residents Hospitalized For Smoke Inhalation After NYCHA Building Catches FireA fire in a NYCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn led to twelve people, including four children, needing recovery assistance.
'AVOID' area warning as 100 firefighters tackle huge flat blaze in AldgateA significant fire in a flat in Aldgate has led to a massive emergency response by around 100 firefighters.
Video. Watch: Hundreds of firefighters battle raging fire near PragueA major fire at a landfill near Prague involves 250 firefighters, with expectations of several days to extinguish it.
At least three dead and four injured as huge fire rips through NYC homeA massive fire in Queens on Easter Sunday resulted in three fatalities and four injuries.
Large fire in Astoria, Queens damages 2 buildings, 4 people injuredFire in Astoria injured four people, three of whom were firefighters, while another deadly fire in Queens claimed three lives.
Brooklyn Residents Hospitalized For Smoke Inhalation After NYCHA Building Catches FireA fire in a NYCHA building in Downtown Brooklyn led to twelve people, including four children, needing recovery assistance.
'AVOID' area warning as 100 firefighters tackle huge flat blaze in AldgateA significant fire in a flat in Aldgate has led to a massive emergency response by around 100 firefighters.
Video. Watch: Hundreds of firefighters battle raging fire near PragueA major fire at a landfill near Prague involves 250 firefighters, with expectations of several days to extinguish it.
South-west France on weather alert after heavy floodingSouth-west France is under weather alert due to heavy rains and flooding, leading to evacuations.
Man arrested after broad daylight double stabbing in RomfordA man was arrested after two teenagers were stabbed in Romford; their injuries are non-life-threatening.
Man, 19, taken to hospital after stabbing inside restaurant in Palmers GreenA 19-year-old was stabbed in a Palmers Green restaurant; his injuries are non-life-threatening.Police investigations are ongoing, and no arrests have been made yet.
Man arrested after broad daylight double stabbing in RomfordA man was arrested after two teenagers were stabbed in Romford; their injuries are non-life-threatening.
Man, 19, taken to hospital after stabbing inside restaurant in Palmers GreenA 19-year-old was stabbed in a Palmers Green restaurant; his injuries are non-life-threatening.Police investigations are ongoing, and no arrests have been made yet.
Dramatic new video captures desperate attempts to rescue victims of Hudson helicopter crash that killed sixNYPD first responders worked urgently to revive victims of a tragic helicopter crash in the Hudson River, which claimed six lives.
Person found on 'elevated surface' inside Trump Tower in New York is arrested, police sayA disorderly person was arrested in Trump Tower, prompting police evacuation and an emergency response.
Dramatic new video captures desperate attempts to rescue victims of Hudson helicopter crash that killed sixNYPD first responders worked urgently to revive victims of a tragic helicopter crash in the Hudson River, which claimed six lives.
Person found on 'elevated surface' inside Trump Tower in New York is arrested, police sayA disorderly person was arrested in Trump Tower, prompting police evacuation and an emergency response.
NYC Easter morning fire kills 3, leaves 4 others injured as some forced to jump through windows to escape: copsA tragic early-morning fire in Queens resulted in three fatalities and multiple injuries, compelling residents to escape through windows.
Fire near UC Berkeley forces evacuationsA one-alarm fire near UC Berkeley led to evacuations and investigations regarding its cause.
Four-alarm fire displaces families in Mott Haven on Easter Sunday - Bronx TimesA four-alarm fire displaced residents and injured five people in a Mott Haven apartment building.
East Bay Media Center Burns In Monday Morning FireA fire caused significant damage to the East Bay Media Center in Berkeley, leading to nearby evacuations but no reported injuries.
San Jose: One injured in fire at Victorian homeA person was injured in a San Jose house fire, with firefighters bringing the blaze under control shortly after the call.
NYC Easter morning fire kills 3, leaves 4 others injured as some forced to jump through windows to escape: copsA tragic early-morning fire in Queens resulted in three fatalities and multiple injuries, compelling residents to escape through windows.
Fire near UC Berkeley forces evacuationsA one-alarm fire near UC Berkeley led to evacuations and investigations regarding its cause.
Four-alarm fire displaces families in Mott Haven on Easter Sunday - Bronx TimesA four-alarm fire displaced residents and injured five people in a Mott Haven apartment building.
East Bay Media Center Burns In Monday Morning FireA fire caused significant damage to the East Bay Media Center in Berkeley, leading to nearby evacuations but no reported injuries.
San Jose: One injured in fire at Victorian homeA person was injured in a San Jose house fire, with firefighters bringing the blaze under control shortly after the call.
With Assad gone and Syria's war over, the White Helmets have a new missionThe White Helmets are transforming emergency response in Syria, benefiting civilians who now trust their services over the corrupt previous regime.
An Uber drove away with her kid. Then Uber wouldn't connect her or police with the driver | CBC NewsA mother faced a terrifying situation when her sleeping daughter was mistakenly driven away by an Uber driver, highlighting the need for urgent response protocols.
3 dead after fire sweeps through crowded home in Jamaica Estates on EasterA fire in an overcrowded Queens home led to three fatalities and one critical injury, highlighting fire safety violations.The absence of smoke detectors and blocked exits exacerbated the tragedy.
3 dead after fire sweeps through crowded home in Queens on EasterThe fire in a Queens home resulted in three fatalities and highlighted critical safety violations, including the absence of smoke detectors and blocked exits.
3 dead in early Easter morning house fire in QueensA house fire in Queens resulted in three fatalities and highlighted the importance of working smoke detectors.
3 dead after fire sweeps through crowded home in Jamaica Estates on EasterA fire in an overcrowded Queens home led to three fatalities and one critical injury, highlighting fire safety violations.The absence of smoke detectors and blocked exits exacerbated the tragedy.
3 dead after fire sweeps through crowded home in Queens on EasterThe fire in a Queens home resulted in three fatalities and highlighted critical safety violations, including the absence of smoke detectors and blocked exits.
3 dead in early Easter morning house fire in QueensA house fire in Queens resulted in three fatalities and highlighted the importance of working smoke detectors.
London family 'minute away' from cable car crashA family from London witnessed a cable car accident in Italy that resulted in the deaths of two British tourists and serious injuries.
Israel's Military Cites Professional Failures' in Killings of Gaza MedicsIsraeli military finds professional failures in attack on medics in Gaza; commander to be dismissed.
London family 'minute away' from cable car crashA family from London witnessed a cable car accident in Italy that resulted in the deaths of two British tourists and serious injuries.
Israel's Military Cites Professional Failures' in Killings of Gaza MedicsIsraeli military finds professional failures in attack on medics in Gaza; commander to be dismissed.
Cyclist Hit, Killed By FDNY Fire Truck In Queens: ReportsA firefighter truck hit and killed a bicyclist responding to an emergency in Queens.
Calif. hiker rescued after 'death gripping' side of cliff along the PCTA hiker was rescued from a cliff on the Pacific Crest Trail after signaling for help using an emergency device.
At least 3 hospitalized for excess chlorine exposure in pool at Livermore health clubThree people were hospitalized after chlorine exposure at a Livermore swimming pool.
Airplane crashes into Arizona carport, pilot walks off with minor injuriesAn airplane crash resulted in minor injuries for the pilot, who was able to walk away from the accident.
Calif. hiker rescued after 'death gripping' side of cliff along the PCTA hiker was rescued from a cliff on the Pacific Crest Trail after signaling for help using an emergency device.
At least 3 hospitalized for excess chlorine exposure in pool at Livermore health clubThree people were hospitalized after chlorine exposure at a Livermore swimming pool.
Airplane crashes into Arizona carport, pilot walks off with minor injuriesAn airplane crash resulted in minor injuries for the pilot, who was able to walk away from the accident.
Congo boat fire: Death toll rises to 148, reports say DW 04/19/2025A tragic boat fire in the Congo River resulted in at least 148 deaths, with many casualties among the 500 passengers onboard.
Active shooter reported on Florida State campus in TallahasseeAn active shooter incident occurred at Florida State University, with local hospital treating affected individuals.
Active shooter reported on Florida State campus in TallahasseeActive shooter reported on Florida State University's campus, prompting a police response and shelter-in-place directive.
Multiple People Are Injured in Florida State University ShootingA shooting incident occurred at Florida State University, leading to multiple injuries and campus lockdown.
FSU student recalls frantically 'chewing' gum to help cover classroom windows as gunfire rang out during fatal shootingStudents used chewing gum to secure paper over windows during a mass shooting.
FSU shooter brandished rifle, then pistol, out of orange Hummer, shot woman 'right in front of him': student witnessA terrifying shooting incident occurred at Florida State University involving a gunman who fired a rifle and a pistol, injuring a woman.
Active shooter reported on Florida State campus in TallahasseeAn active shooter incident occurred at Florida State University, with local hospital treating affected individuals.
Active shooter reported on Florida State campus in TallahasseeActive shooter reported on Florida State University's campus, prompting a police response and shelter-in-place directive.
Multiple People Are Injured in Florida State University ShootingA shooting incident occurred at Florida State University, leading to multiple injuries and campus lockdown.
FSU student recalls frantically 'chewing' gum to help cover classroom windows as gunfire rang out during fatal shootingStudents used chewing gum to secure paper over windows during a mass shooting.
FSU shooter brandished rifle, then pistol, out of orange Hummer, shot woman 'right in front of him': student witnessA terrifying shooting incident occurred at Florida State University involving a gunman who fired a rifle and a pistol, injuring a woman.
4 Injured in Dallas School Shooting, Authorities SayAnother school shooting occurred in Dallas, injuring four male students, raising serious concerns about gun violence in schools.
Student who survived both FSU and Parkland shootings describes rushing peers to safety: 'This is America'A Florida State University student used her experience from a previous school shooting to guide classmates to safety during a recent active shooter situation.
4 Injured in Dallas School Shooting, Authorities SayAnother school shooting occurred in Dallas, injuring four male students, raising serious concerns about gun violence in schools.
Student who survived both FSU and Parkland shootings describes rushing peers to safety: 'This is America'A Florida State University student used her experience from a previous school shooting to guide classmates to safety during a recent active shooter situation.
US man shot dead after hijacking small passenger plane in BelizeA man was shot dead after hijacking a plane in Belize, injuring two passengers and creating a tense standoff.
Car crashes into water in Brooklyn after 89-year-old driver has medical episode:An 89-year-old driver crashed his car into Mill Basin after suffering a medical episode, resulting in critical injuries.
Woman dies and another in hospital after cryotherapy session at Paris gymA woman suffocated during a cryotherapy session in Paris, prompting an investigation into safety practices and procedures at gyms offering such treatments.
Americans Are Preparing for When All Hell Breaks LooseMore civilians are preparing for crises with military-style trainings, reflecting a mainstream shift in gun ownership and readiness.
Downtown Berkeley fire torches East Bay Media CenterThe East Bay Media Center in Berkeley suffered a major fire, causing evacuations, but firefighters successfully contained the blaze without injuries or damage to nearby buildings.
1 dead, 2 seriously injured after crash on Hwy. 401 in Scarborough | CBC NewsA crash on Highway 401 in Scarborough resulted in one death and serious injuries to two passengers.
British man and teenager drown in incident near Australia's Great Barrier ReefTwo tourists tragically drowned while swimming off Australia, highlighting the dangers of rough waters.