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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Two more killed amid raging wildfires in Cyprus and Turkey

Wildfires in Cyprus have killed two people and devastated large areas, amid the worst fires the island has seen in over fifty years.
#wildfires
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Fire crews scramble to prevent 'disastrous' loss at Grand Canyon National Park

Firefighters are prioritizing the protection of the Roaring Springs pump house amidst the ongoing Dragon Bravo Fire.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Senate Votes to Rescind NPR, PBS Funding

A two-alarm fire occurred in a vacant apartment building in Oakland's Chinatown, controlled by firefighters by 11 PM.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Three wildfires burn in single evening in London

More than two hundred firefighters tackled three separate grass fires in east London on Monday evening. The fires burned eight hectares of grass, shrubland, and trees.
London
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Huge scrap yard blaze tackled by firefighters

Around 150 firefighters controlled a large fire at a scrap yard warehouse in Erith, London, without reported injuries.
#wildfire
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Former Melrose firefighter who stole dead teen's identity sentenced to prison

Prosecutors detailed how Truong Nguyen, 50, evaded deportation and accountability for other alleged crimes for the better part of two decades, in part by using the stolen identity.
US politics
#marseille
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Laguna Beach residents rush to evacuate as brush fire threatens homes

Evacuation orders were issued in Laguna Beach after a brush fire ignited in a hilly area of the city Monday afternoon, authorities said. The fire, dubbed the Rancho fire, started around 2:30 p.m. near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive, according to the Laguna Beach Fire Department.
California
#california-wildfires
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
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Madre fire engulfs 80,000-plus acres, but beefed-up crews and better weather bolster the fight

Firefighters achieved 30% containment of the 80,000-acre Madre fire in San Luis Obispo County, the largest fire in California this year.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
California

Map: Ranch Fire evacuations in San Bernardino County

Ranch Fire in San Bernardino County quickly grew to over 4,000 acres, leading to evacuations.
#crete
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Madre Fire map: Evacuations for California's largest wildfire of 2025

The Madre Fire in Central California became the largest wildfire of the season, escalating to 35,000 acres in just 12 hours.
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Video. Explosion at California fireworks site sets off massive fire

The blast occurred near Esparto and Madison, sending thick black smoke into the air and igniting fireworks that triggered spot fires across the area.
California
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

In prison, ex-Danville cop enjoyed coveted firefighter role. Now he can use it to dismiss his felony

Andrew Hall, a former sheriff's deputy, is seeking to expunge his assault conviction due to privileges earned while serving on a prison fire crew.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Large grass fire rages in Rainham on hottest day of the year in UK

The fire service responded to a large grass fire covering a hectare of shrubland in Rainham, attended by 60 firefighters in eight fire engines.
Environment
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Small towns in N.J. feeling the crunch of nationwide volunteer firefighter shortage

The national shortage of volunteer firefighters is increasingly impacting small towns in New Jersey.
Many towns are forced to hire paid firefighters due to a declining volunteer base.
#cal-fire
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

CAL FIRE seasonal training academy begins early due to wet winter, increased fire fuels

CAL FIRE is starting seasonal firefighter training early to address increased fire risks from a wet winter.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Two Separate Large Brush Fires Raging In Contra Costa County, But Evacuation Warnings Lifted

Two significant brush fires in Contra Costa County pose risks but are being managed, with evacuations lifted and containment efforts ongoing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Poison in the water: the town with the world's worst case of forever chemicals contamination

AFFF foam, while effective for firefighting, poses significant environmental risks due to its lasting chemical residues.
Contamination of clean water sources with PFAS raises public health concerns in local communities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Tier 3 brush fire breaks out in East San Jose foothills

Crews are currently battling a tier 3 brush fire in East San Jose, named the Ranch Fire, which was reported around 4 p.m. on Ranch Place.
San Jose Sharks
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Tug reaches flaming ship carrying electric cars near Alaska

A tug is surveying the Morning Midas after a fire forced crew evacuation due to battery risks.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Donal Fallon: Fire chief who saved the Liberties from a tide of flaming whiskey deserves a proper memorial

On his death in 1882, the Freeman's Journal noted: 'Captain Ingram, it is no exaggeration to say, was the guardian, and the reliable guardian, of the lives and property of the citizens of Dublin.'
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Michele Kaemmerer, first transgender LAFD captain, dies at 80

Michele Kaemmerer, L.A.'s first transgender fire captain, broke barriers despite facing discrimination, embodying resilience and positivity throughout her career.
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Frustrated fighting wildfires in L.A., he resolved to build better tools - Harvard Gazette

Rupen Dajee founded a tech startup, Twisted Kelp, to improve communication and tools for emergency responders based on his experiences in the field.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

Unitree B2 robotic dog gets promoted to a firefighting job with upgraded hardware - Yanko Design

The four-legged Unitree B2 robot offers superior speed, agility, and performance compared to the Boston Dynamics Spot, making it ideal for hazardous emergency situations.
Artificial intelligence
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NTSB finds 'failure' in training before deadly 2023 Newark cargo ship fire

Inadequate training and poor leadership led to tragic outcomes during a marine firefighting incident in Newark.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Family visit fire boat named after Blitz heroine

"During the most difficult times during the war, she was out supplying our fire engine so it could respond to London throughout the war, to make sure that we were able to keep those people safe and respond as much as we can."
London politics
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Silver fire moves fast in Mono, Inyo counties as wind gusts keep firefighting aircraft grounded

A wildfire in California's Inyo and Mono counties led to evacuations due to strong winds and low humidity hindering firefighting efforts.
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Massive fire at Roxbury trash transfer station causes an estimated $4 million in damages

A massive fire at a Roxbury trash transfer station drew a response from 150 firefighters.
The situation escalated rapidly, prompting a shift to an exterior firefighting strategy.
US news
fromFast Company
4 months ago

FEMA cancels classes at national fire training academy over Trump's federal funding cuts

The National Fire Academy has suspended classes due to funding cuts and staffing evaluations by the Trump administration.
NYC politics
fromwww.danspapers.com
4 months ago

Hamptons Brush Fires Spark State of Emergency, Water Drops

The 106th Rescue Wing is actively combating a significant brush fire in Westhampton, collaborating with multiple agencies for effective fire response.
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