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Magnitude 2.8 earthquake jolts Southern California

The Los Angeles area experienced a magnitude 2.8 earthquake, indicating ongoing seismic activity and concerns about building safety in the affected neighborhoods.

Popular Indian restaurant in Plumstead closes over dispute with landlord'

Five Rivers Bar Grill & Restaurant in Plumstead has closed due to landlord disputes over building safety and integrity, with support from local council.
#grenfell-tower

Final Grenfell inquiry report released as companies involved brace for criticism

The Grenfell Tower report is expected to reveal widespread failures by involved parties and propose crucial reforms to improve future building safety.

Action needed to replace cladding after Dagenham fire, Grenfell report author warns

Urgent action is needed to replace dangerous cladding to ensure residents' safety and accountability in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster.

Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'

Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.

Construction industry's rotten culture' faces reckoning after Grenfell report

The Grenfell Tower inquiry highlights systemic failures and a culture of profit over safety in the construction industry.

Firms criticised by Grenfell inquiry face calls to be banned from public contracts

Companies involved in Grenfell Tower's refurbishment may face bans from public contracts due to their roles in the disaster.

What is the cladding scandal and how does the Government intend to fix it?

The Grenfell Tower inquiry report underscores systemic failures in safety protocols and responsibilities of government and construction firms regarding flammable cladding.
Slow progress and lack of accountability post-inquiry have left many residents of tall buildings feeling unsafe and financially burdened.

Final Grenfell inquiry report released as companies involved brace for criticism

The Grenfell Tower report is expected to reveal widespread failures by involved parties and propose crucial reforms to improve future building safety.

Action needed to replace cladding after Dagenham fire, Grenfell report author warns

Urgent action is needed to replace dangerous cladding to ensure residents' safety and accountability in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster.

Tower Hamlets: London council orders removal of dangerous Grenfell-style cladding in 'UK first'

Tower Hamlets Council has secured a legal order to remove dangerous cladding from a high-rise, marking a significant step in building safety enforcement.

Construction industry's rotten culture' faces reckoning after Grenfell report

The Grenfell Tower inquiry highlights systemic failures and a culture of profit over safety in the construction industry.

Firms criticised by Grenfell inquiry face calls to be banned from public contracts

Companies involved in Grenfell Tower's refurbishment may face bans from public contracts due to their roles in the disaster.

What is the cladding scandal and how does the Government intend to fix it?

The Grenfell Tower inquiry report underscores systemic failures in safety protocols and responsibilities of government and construction firms regarding flammable cladding.
Slow progress and lack of accountability post-inquiry have left many residents of tall buildings feeling unsafe and financially burdened.
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#fire-incident

Flats demolished due to safety concerns after fire

The demolition of Spectrum House began after it was deemed unsafe following a fire that left over 80 people homeless.

Dagenham fire: Over 200 firefighters tackle huge blaze at tower block in east London with 100 people evacuated

A significant fire in a high-rise building in Dagenham has led to a major incident declaration and extensive emergency response.

All-hands fire injures two in Carroll Gardens

A multi-family brownstone fire in Carroll Gardens led to minor injuries and is under investigation, highlighting building safety risks.
The fire was efficiently controlled within 45 minutes.

1 killed, 7 injured in 3-alarm Upper East Side apartment fire

A three-alarm fire on the Upper East Side resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, impacting several apartments.

Video shows moment fire started at Rockland County apartment building. 7 families displaced by blaze

A contractor's work sparked a major fire that displaced seven families, and the building's lack of sprinklers contributed to the severity.

Flats demolished due to safety concerns after fire

The demolition of Spectrum House began after it was deemed unsafe following a fire that left over 80 people homeless.

Dagenham fire: Over 200 firefighters tackle huge blaze at tower block in east London with 100 people evacuated

A significant fire in a high-rise building in Dagenham has led to a major incident declaration and extensive emergency response.

All-hands fire injures two in Carroll Gardens

A multi-family brownstone fire in Carroll Gardens led to minor injuries and is under investigation, highlighting building safety risks.
The fire was efficiently controlled within 45 minutes.

1 killed, 7 injured in 3-alarm Upper East Side apartment fire

A three-alarm fire on the Upper East Side resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, impacting several apartments.

Video shows moment fire started at Rockland County apartment building. 7 families displaced by blaze

A contractor's work sparked a major fire that displaced seven families, and the building's lack of sprinklers contributed to the severity.
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#emergency-response

Two police officers taken to hospital after evacuating' Bromley flats in horror fire

A fire incident in a residential building led to evacuations and raised safety concerns among residents, stemming from repeated fire-related issues.

Crack in flat wall sees more than 100 people evacuated from homes

Structural engineers assessed damage in Camden after over 100 people were evacuated due to a wall crack.
Efforts are underway to ensure resident safety and initiate repairs.

'Leaning' building in Kensington Market may collapse onto sidewalk: police | CBC News

A two-storey building in Kensington Market is leaning and may collapse, prompting an evacuation and area closure.

Two police officers taken to hospital after evacuating' Bromley flats in horror fire

A fire incident in a residential building led to evacuations and raised safety concerns among residents, stemming from repeated fire-related issues.

Crack in flat wall sees more than 100 people evacuated from homes

Structural engineers assessed damage in Camden after over 100 people were evacuated due to a wall crack.
Efforts are underway to ensure resident safety and initiate repairs.

'Leaning' building in Kensington Market may collapse onto sidewalk: police | CBC News

A two-storey building in Kensington Market is leaning and may collapse, prompting an evacuation and area closure.
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What causes condensation on ceilings and how can you prevent it?

Condensation on ceilings is common and can lead to serious issues like mold and dampness if not addressed.

Community hall likely to be bulldozed 'rather than waiting for it to fall down'

Brentwood Council plans to demolish the dilapidated Herongate Village Hall, estimating costs at £70,000 due to safety concerns.
#accidental-death

Woman, 21, dies in fire which was started by converted e-bike battery in hallway

One e-bike battery caused fatal fire
Family calls for laws on e-bike storage

Woman who fell to her death from Hackney council flat was trying to fix drainpipe'

Sarah McGreevy fell to her death while attempting to unblock a drainage pipe, raising urgent concerns about safety and property maintenance standards.

Woman, 21, dies in fire which was started by converted e-bike battery in hallway

One e-bike battery caused fatal fire
Family calls for laws on e-bike storage

Woman who fell to her death from Hackney council flat was trying to fix drainpipe'

Sarah McGreevy fell to her death while attempting to unblock a drainage pipe, raising urgent concerns about safety and property maintenance standards.
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#government-accountability

Rayner told to end national scandal' of unsafe buildings after Dagenham inferno

The Dagenham fire highlights a critical building safety crisis exacerbated by years of deregulation and budget cuts to safety inspection services.

Watchdog says cladding removal deadline may be missed

UK government risks missing cladding removal deadline of 2035 without faster progress in identifying and remediating dangerous buildings.

Firefighters injured in Grenfell blaze settle legal claims for 20m

Claims for injured firefighters in the Grenfell Tower disaster have been settled at £20 million.
Some firefighters involved in the incident have been unable to work again due to severe trauma.

Rayner told to end national scandal' of unsafe buildings after Dagenham inferno

The Dagenham fire highlights a critical building safety crisis exacerbated by years of deregulation and budget cuts to safety inspection services.

Watchdog says cladding removal deadline may be missed

UK government risks missing cladding removal deadline of 2035 without faster progress in identifying and remediating dangerous buildings.

Firefighters injured in Grenfell blaze settle legal claims for 20m

Claims for injured firefighters in the Grenfell Tower disaster have been settled at £20 million.
Some firefighters involved in the incident have been unable to work again due to severe trauma.
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#new-york-city

City issues vacate order for Crown Heights building with 'large hole' in facade * Brooklyn Paper

A Crown Heights building was evacuated due to critical structural issues caused by illegal construction.

In New York City, earthquakes are generally tiny, and unnoticed.

New York City has experienced earthquakes of various magnitudes, some with historical significance like the 1884 Coney Island earthquake.
The recent 4.8 magnitude earthquake in New Jersey served as a reminder of the fault lines in the area, leading to questions about the safety of tall buildings.

Here's what NYC building owners can do to prevent fatal bird collisions after the death of Flaco

Bird collisions with buildings are a leading cause of bird death in New York City, with a quarter of a million birds killed annually.
New Yorkers are urged to take easy steps to make city real estate more bird-friendly to prevent such collisions.

New York City's skyscrapers are built to withstand most earthquakes

Skyscrapers are built with flexibility to withstand moderate shaking, like the recent 4.8 magnitude quake in New Jersey near New York City.
Despite the earthquake and aftershocks, New York City did not report any major damage to its buildings, roads, or mass transit system.

City issues vacate order for Crown Heights building with 'large hole' in facade * Brooklyn Paper

A Crown Heights building was evacuated due to critical structural issues caused by illegal construction.

In New York City, earthquakes are generally tiny, and unnoticed.

New York City has experienced earthquakes of various magnitudes, some with historical significance like the 1884 Coney Island earthquake.
The recent 4.8 magnitude earthquake in New Jersey served as a reminder of the fault lines in the area, leading to questions about the safety of tall buildings.

Here's what NYC building owners can do to prevent fatal bird collisions after the death of Flaco

Bird collisions with buildings are a leading cause of bird death in New York City, with a quarter of a million birds killed annually.
New Yorkers are urged to take easy steps to make city real estate more bird-friendly to prevent such collisions.

New York City's skyscrapers are built to withstand most earthquakes

Skyscrapers are built with flexibility to withstand moderate shaking, like the recent 4.8 magnitude quake in New Jersey near New York City.
Despite the earthquake and aftershocks, New York City did not report any major damage to its buildings, roads, or mass transit system.
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#san-francisco

Shards of Glass Fell From the Transamerica Pyramid Thursday Night, So That's a Concern

Shattered glass fell from the Transamerica Pyramid during a cleaning, sparking safety concerns reminiscent of previous incidents across San Francisco.

Large Pane of Glass Falls From Salesforce East, No Injuries Reported

A large glass pane fell from a highrise in downtown San Francisco, causing no injuries but prompting emergency alerts.

Shards of Glass Fell From the Transamerica Pyramid Thursday Night, So That's a Concern

Shattered glass fell from the Transamerica Pyramid during a cleaning, sparking safety concerns reminiscent of previous incidents across San Francisco.

Large Pane of Glass Falls From Salesforce East, No Injuries Reported

A large glass pane fell from a highrise in downtown San Francisco, causing no injuries but prompting emergency alerts.
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#fire-safety

Billions spent on cladding removal after Grenfell

Government funding for dangerous cladding removal in London tallies over 1 billion, but accountability from building owners remains crucial for safety improvements.

Will Austin really be the next single-staircase city? - Austin Monitor

City staff opposes proposal for single stairways in multifamily buildings to comply with International Building Code standards.

'I've seen solar panels go up in flames before'

The failure to declare solar panels in a fire risk assessment increased the risk and danger for firefighters during a London block of flats blaze.

Billions spent on cladding removal after Grenfell

Government funding for dangerous cladding removal in London tallies over 1 billion, but accountability from building owners remains crucial for safety improvements.

Will Austin really be the next single-staircase city? - Austin Monitor

City staff opposes proposal for single stairways in multifamily buildings to comply with International Building Code standards.

'I've seen solar panels go up in flames before'

The failure to declare solar panels in a fire risk assessment increased the risk and danger for firefighters during a London block of flats blaze.
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#east-flatbush

FDNY: 4 people injured in basement explosion in East Flatbush

A basement explosion in East Flatbush injured four people, causing serious injuries and damage to surrounding buildings.

Explosion rips through home in East Flatbush

A natural gas leak caused a significant explosion in East Flatbush, injuring four and raising concerns about illegal basement use.

FDNY: 4 people injured in basement explosion in East Flatbush

A basement explosion in East Flatbush injured four people, causing serious injuries and damage to surrounding buildings.

Explosion rips through home in East Flatbush

A natural gas leak caused a significant explosion in East Flatbush, injuring four and raising concerns about illegal basement use.
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#brooklyn

Brooklyn basement explosion leaves at least 3 seriously injured, FDNY says

A powerful explosion in a Brooklyn home left three people seriously injured and raised concerns about the building's structural integrity.

Brick From Crumbling Brownstone Kills Brooklyn Woman, 74: NYPD

A 74-year-old woman was killed by a falling brick from her building in Brooklyn.
Buildings under six stories are not obligated to adhere to safety inspections.

Brooklyn basement explosion leaves at least 3 seriously injured, FDNY says

A powerful explosion in a Brooklyn home left three people seriously injured and raised concerns about the building's structural integrity.

Brick From Crumbling Brownstone Kills Brooklyn Woman, 74: NYPD

A 74-year-old woman was killed by a falling brick from her building in Brooklyn.
Buildings under six stories are not obligated to adhere to safety inspections.
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New 'Flood Adaptive Platform' automatically lifts homes to save them from flooding

The Flood Adaptive Platform provides a revolutionary method to protect homes from flooding by automatically elevating them above rising water levels.

Dry rot found at Berkeley middle school forces classes to relocate for start of new school year

Longfellow Middle School students adapt to a new campus due to unforeseen structural issues, leading to unanticipated positive outcomes for teachers and students.

Asbestos Surveys - Benefits You Must Know

Asbestos surveys are crucial in identifying and managing health risks associated with asbestos-containing materials.

Woman in critical condition after East New York fire: FDNY * Brooklyn Paper

A woman is in critical condition after a fire in East New York.
The owner of the building had been ordered to fix a broken self-closing door for fire safety.

Window pane falls from high rise above TD Garden

The incident of an external window pane falling in a high-rise building above TD Garden highlights the importance of structural safety measures.

London buildings still wrapped in Grenfell-style cladding seven years on from the disaster

Leaseholders impacted mentally by inability to sell homes due to cladding issues.
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