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London food
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Two people hospitalised after Dublin pub fire; Luas line out of service and commuters warned of delays

A fire at the James Connolly pub resulted in two hospitalizations and significant emergency response, causing traffic disruptions and ongoing investigations.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Two-alarm fire rips through Brooklyn apartement, displacing residents, pets

A two-alarm fire occurred in a top-floor apartment in Brownsville, Brooklyn, displacing residents and pets, with investigations ongoing.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Synagogue and homes evacuated due to property fire

A large fire in Stamford Hill, north London, has led to evacuations and a significant emergency response.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Fire crews attack blaze at Toronto Humber Yacht Club building | CBC News

Fire crews are battling a 3-alarm blaze at a former yacht club building in Etobicoke, with no reported injuries.
London food
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Two people hospitalised after Dublin city centre pub fire

A fire at the James Connolly pub led to two hospitalizations and significant emergency response, causing traffic delays and diversions.
London food
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Two people hospitalised after Dublin city centre pub fire; Luas green line operating with delays

A fire at the James Connolly pub led to two hospitalizations and significant emergency response, causing traffic delays and ongoing investigations.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Two-alarm fire rips through Brooklyn apartement, displacing residents, pets

A two-alarm fire occurred in a top-floor apartment in Brownsville, Brooklyn, displacing residents and pets, with investigations ongoing.
#autonomous-vehicles
California
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Now California's cops can give tickets to driverless cars

Autonomous vehicles in California will face traffic tickets starting July 1st, allowing law enforcement to cite manufacturers for violations.
SF politics
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Emergency First Responders Say Waymos Are Getting Worse

Emergency responders express frustration over autonomous vehicles hindering emergency responses due to performance issues and traffic violations.
Canada news
fromFortune
2 days ago

Trackers will be added to emergency vehicles at LaGuardia following deadly March collision | Fortune

Transponders will be installed on ground vehicles at major New York airports to enhance safety and prevent collisions.
#fdny
fromQNS
2 days ago
New York City

One person arrested in connection with Astoria house fire that injured two firefighters: FDNY - QNS

fromQNS
2 days ago
New York City

One person arrested in connection with Astoria house fire that injured two firefighters: FDNY - QNS

fromBoston.com
2 days ago

State police rescue hiker from Mount Washington (Massachusetts)

The woman began hiking a trail shortly before 3 p.m. By 5:30 p.m., facing fading cell service, she texted her husband that she was lost.
Boston
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

Connected Security: How Proactive Real-Time Tech Keeps Security Workers Safe

Security guards and law enforcement personnel are usually the first professionals to provide help in a public emergency and as a result, also experience some of the highest rates of workplace violence in any occupation.
Information security
#heroism
SF parents
fromTODAY.com
3 days ago

Middle School Students Work Together to Stop Bus From Crashing After Driver Passes Out

Five middle school students in Hancock County, Mississippi, heroically stopped a runaway bus after their driver passed out.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Mississippi school kids stop school bus on highway after driver passes out

Middle school students in Mississippi saved their bus driver from a crash after she passed out, demonstrating quick thinking and bravery.
SF parents
fromTODAY.com
3 days ago

Middle School Students Work Together to Stop Bus From Crashing After Driver Passes Out

Five middle school students in Hancock County, Mississippi, heroically stopped a runaway bus after their driver passed out.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Mississippi school kids stop school bus on highway after driver passes out

Middle school students in Mississippi saved their bus driver from a crash after she passed out, demonstrating quick thinking and bravery.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

'My baby was completely blue and limp... I knew I was his only chance' - how I saved my son from choking

"Bear with me, I've not really been able to talk about it without crying, but I am working on it," Sarah Barker says.
Parenting
US news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Deadly storms batter the Midwest, flooding streets and stranding commuters

Severe storms caused fatalities, widespread power outages, and significant flooding across the Midwest, impacting millions and leading to emergency responses.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Drones join LAPD helicopters in city skies for standoffs, chases - and surveillance

The LAPD drones are propelled by four sets of rotors. Each drone is about 3 feet wide and equipped with cameras and infrared night vision.
Los Angeles
#train-collision
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Bay Area suburb could be without water until the end of the week

As the contractor was attempting to fill an old pipe with cement near Bonita Avenue and Cuesta Drive, cement slurry accidentally spilled into an active main providing drinking water.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

California woman escapes kidnapping by texting 911 from gas station bathroom, deputies say

The woman was taken from her home against her will around 3 a.m. on Thursday, but she was able to call for help from a gas station bathroom when the assailant stopped for fuel in Blue Lake.
Boston
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Plane crashes near South Sudan's Juba, killing all 14 on board

Preliminary reports indicate that the Cessna 208 Caravan may have crashed due to bad weather conditions that caused low visibility, leading to the tragic loss of all 13 onboard.
World news
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

First forest fire of the year breaks out in France

"It's an extremely difficult area to access, even for walkers. The plot is fenced and gated, and the fire didn't start on its own. We'll see what the investigation reveals."
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Peter James rushed to help during the Port Arthur massacre: Some people were falling apart. I would become one of them'

Peter arrived at the command post sometime after 5pm, and police began explaining the scale of the slaughter. The number of deaths wasn't confirmed yet, they said, but it was unthinkably high.
London politics
#tornado
California
fromABC13 Houston
5 days ago

Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes, authorities say

A tornado in northern Texas caused at least two deaths and significant damage to homes, displacing many families.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Tornado rips through northwest Oklahoma amid line of severe storms across Plains

A powerful tornado emergency was declared in northwestern Oklahoma, causing significant damage and prompting search-and-rescue operations.
California
fromABC13 Houston
5 days ago

Tornadoes in northern Texas leave at least 2 dead and destroy multiple homes, authorities say

A tornado in northern Texas caused at least two deaths and significant damage to homes, displacing many families.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Tornado rips through northwest Oklahoma amid line of severe storms across Plains

A powerful tornado emergency was declared in northwestern Oklahoma, causing significant damage and prompting search-and-rescue operations.
Mission District
fromFuturism
6 days ago

Two Delivery Bots Blunder Into the Middle of a Police Incident, Have Awkward Standoff

Delivery robots often create disruptions and safety concerns in urban environments.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

One dead, four in hospital after single-vehicle crash in East Gwillimbury: York police | CBC News

One person died and four others were hospitalized after a vehicle crash in East Gwillimbury, Ontario.
Washington DC
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

A Shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner

A shooting incident occurred at the Washington Hilton during an event attended by President Trump, prompting immediate security responses.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Lithium Batteries Ignite Garbage Truck In Downtown Brooklyn

A garbage truck caught fire in Downtown Brooklyn due to lithium-ion batteries in its load, prompting a significant emergency response.
US news
fromMail Online
1 week ago

UFO researcher's final moments revealed in chilling police timeline

David Wilcock died by suicide on April 20, 2026, after struggling with depression and financial issues.
NYC parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

NTSB releases preliminary report for deadly LaGuardia Airport plane crash

The NTSB's preliminary report reveals critical details about the LaGuardia Airport crash, including actions taken by the firetruck driver and pilot before impact.
San Francisco
fromKqed
1 week ago

In June, San Francisco Will Vote on a $535M Earthquake Bond. Here's What's in It | KQED

San Francisco is not fully prepared for a major earthquake despite ongoing safety improvements.
#chemical-leak
fromFortune
1 week ago
Public health

Two dead, dozens hospitalized after a gas plant leak in West Virginia's 'chemical valley' | Fortune

fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

Chemical leak at a West Virginia plant kills 2 people and sends 19 more to hospital, officials say

fromFortune
1 week ago
Public health

Two dead, dozens hospitalized after a gas plant leak in West Virginia's 'chemical valley' | Fortune

fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

Chemical leak at a West Virginia plant kills 2 people and sends 19 more to hospital, officials say

fromMission Local
1 week ago

Health Dept. report on S.F. hospital stabbing confirms Mission Local reporting

The DPH has hired four additional staff members to its security team to ensure around the clock threat management coverage, and committed an additional $15 million a year to support a fundamentally strengthened and modernized approach to safety and security across its facilities.
Mission District
Non-profit organizations
fromNature
1 week ago

Meeting the moment: how scientific philanthropies are expanding their reach

Federal funding cuts in 2025 prompted increased reliance on philanthropic funding for research and development in the US.
London food
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Train traffic along Kitchener GO line snarled Tuesday afternoon after person struck in Guelph | CBC News

Trains on the Kitchener GO line may face delays or cancellations due to a person being struck by a train in Guelph.
Snowboarding
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mass. teens rescued from near the top of Mount Washington

Two teenagers were rescued from Mount Washington after experiencing harsh weather and one reported leg pain.
Healthcare
fromTNW | Health-Tech
1 week ago

Best Medical Alert Systems of 2026. 7 Brands Compared for Safety, Cost, and Response Time

Medical alert systems are vital for seniors, offering 24/7 emergency support and advanced features like GPS and fall detection.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Man swept away in Wellington flood waters as New Zealand capital hammered by record heavy rain

Severe flooding in Wellington, New Zealand, has led to one man missing and numerous residents sharing survival stories after record rainfall.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Painter pulls woman from burning house

Salvador Bolanos, of San Jose, said he was painting inside the garage at 3137 David Court around 12:30 p.m. when he heard a woman screaming.
California
Skiing
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

38-year-old woman from Brazil identified as Ironman participant who drowned in Texas

A 38-year-old participant drowned during the swimming portion of Ironman Texas in Lake Woodlands, with preliminary investigations indicating drowning as the cause of death.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

Why should London businesses invest in first aid training in 2026? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 require every one of these employers to provide adequate first aid provision, yet many London businesses remain under-prepared.
London
#traffic-accident
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Japan tsunami alert issued following powerful earthquake off northern coast follow latest

The Japan Meteorological Agency reported a powerful earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.4, occurring off the coast of Sanriku at a depth of about 10km below the sea surface.
World news
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Fire destroys 1,000 stilt' homes in Malaysia's Sabah, displacing thousands

A fire in Sabah, Malaysia destroyed 1,000 homes, displacing 9,007 residents, but no injuries or fatalities were reported.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Queens mystery: Man hospitalized after being found covered in blood inside parked minivan | amNewYork

A man of unknown age was found sitting in a brown Toyota minivan covered in blood, prompting a 911 call from a good Samaritan.
NYC LGBT
#brooklyn
New York City
fromHoodline
1 week ago

FDNY Activity Snarls Traffic Near Myrtle And Adelphi In Brooklyn

Heavy emergency activity in Brooklyn is causing traffic delays, road closures, and mass transit disruptions; commuters are advised to use alternate routes.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 weeks ago

NYPD cops smash into Subaru driver while rushing to Brooklyn knife assault, 3 injured

Two police officers and a civilian were injured in a car collision while responding to a knife assault in Brooklyn.
Skiing
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Skydiver rescued after crashing into scoreboard, dangles from parachute at Virginia Tech: VIDEO

A skydiver crashed into the Lane Stadium scoreboard before a Virginia Tech football game but is currently stable.
Germany news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Racing driver Juha Miettinen killed and six injured at 24-hour Nurburgring qualifiers

A driver died following a crash involving seven cars at the Nurburgring during the ADAC 24h Nurburgring Qualifiers.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Flood warnings in place for Ontario's cottage country as warm temps, rainfall swamp communities | CBC News

Minden Hills has been under a state of emergency since Tuesday, with flooding affecting homes and roads, and the local arena being converted into an evacuation center.
Canada news
London
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago

Kensington Gardens shut as police probe possible terror-linked items - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Police closed Kensington Gardens for a counter-terrorism investigation after discovering discarded items and a video claiming a drone attack on the Israeli Embassy.
California
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

California rattlesnake bites hiker amid 'massive increase' in run-ins

Rattlesnake encounters in California have increased this spring, leading to multiple bites and two fatalities, marking an unusual trend for the region.
#bronx
Boston
fromFOX 5 New York
2 weeks ago

Smoke reported at Macombs Dam Park near Yankee Stadium

A fire at Macombs Dam Park in the Bronx produced heavy smoke but did not impact Yankee Stadium.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Five-Story Bronx Building Erupts In Pre-Dawn Blaze

A fire broke out in a Bronx apartment building early Thursday, with no reported injuries and a significant response from firefighters.
Boston
fromFOX 5 New York
2 weeks ago

Smoke reported at Macombs Dam Park near Yankee Stadium

A fire at Macombs Dam Park in the Bronx produced heavy smoke but did not impact Yankee Stadium.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Five-Story Bronx Building Erupts In Pre-Dawn Blaze

A fire broke out in a Bronx apartment building early Thursday, with no reported injuries and a significant response from firefighters.
Toronto startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Firefighters battle out-of-control blaze at one of Australia's two remaining oil refineries in Geelong

A major fire at the Viva oil refinery in Geelong has caused significant disruption, with no injuries reported and containment efforts ongoing.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

California man drowns in Colorado River while trying to recover his hat

Emergency crews arrived at the river near Davis Camp at about 11:15 a.m. on Monday for a possible drowning, having received reports that a man failed to resurface after entering the water from a pontoon boat.
California
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Super Typhoon Sinlaku pounds remote U.S. islands in the Pacific Ocean

I hope people will take an interest and help. The damage is really huge here. Preliminary reports include a lot of flooding, uprooted trees and downed power lines.
US news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Woman jumps off third floor balcony to escape fire

This incident highlights why you should always ensure your escape route is clear and why we recommend to never charge your e-bike or e-scooter on your means of escape, such as a hallway or by your front door.
London
Boston
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Tractor-trailer plows into Clifton, New Jersey building

A tractor-trailer crashed into a building in Clifton, New Jersey, injuring the driver and causing significant structural damage.
London
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey, 100% contained after burning 160 acres

A wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey, has been contained after burning 160 acres.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

All we know about Canary Islands bus crash as British pensioner, 77, killed

A tourist bus crash in the Canary Islands resulted in one death and 27 injuries, prompting an investigation into potential brake failure.
Social justice
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

San Jose faces legal heat over mental health crisis calls - San Jose Spotlight

Civil rights organizations are pressuring San Jose to improve mental health emergency response by diverting calls from police to crisis teams.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Former Boston police commissioner, off-duty cop, firefighter, and restaurant partner save choking man

Quick action by off-duty responders saved an 80-year-old man choking at a Chestnut Hill restaurant on Easter eve.
France news
fromThe Local France
3 weeks ago

Four migrants die trying to cross Channel: French officials

Four migrants died attempting to cross the Channel, raising the death toll to six this year amid ongoing dangerous crossings from France to England.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Country on the brink of economic chaos as people panic-buy fuel and forecourts run dry; 'Breakthrough' meeting today but uncertain if protesters included

Blockades of fuel terminals are causing a national crisis, leading to panic-buying and fears of economic chaos across multiple sectors.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Napa nonprofit installing new 'Beacon Boxes' to help guide crews during wildfire emergencies

"A Beacon Box contains vital maps, flash drives and information to help guide first responders to the right roads, gates and water sources -- especially mutual aid crews arriving from out of town and unfamiliar with the area."
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Plane crash-lands on Catalina Island, killing 2, officials say

A small aircraft carrying two people crashed Thursday afternoon on Catalina Island, fire officials said. The plane, which was en route to the island, crashed on landing around 12:20 p.m. in Avalon in a rugged, not easily accessible area.
California
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Eastbound bore of Caldecott Tunnel closed due to crash, car fire, CHP says

Bore #2 of the Caldecott Tunnel is closed due to a crash, impacting Bore #3 as emergency crews respond.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Industrial explosion sends 13 people to the hospital in East Providence

An explosion at an Aspen Aerogels plant injured 13 people and remains under investigation, with significant emergency response activated.
London
fromSouth China Morning Post
3 weeks ago

Hong Kong receives 90 reports of people stuck in lifts after voltage dip

A voltage dip caused by a technical fault led to disruptions in hospitals and approximately 90 reports of people trapped in lifts in Hong Kong.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Man fatally shot by Boston police near Northeastern University campus identified

Police shot and killed Jacob Graves during a mental health crisis after he attacked officers with a weapon, resulting in multiple injuries to responders.
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Person Injured After 100-Year-Old Russian Hill Elevator Falls Three Floors

The elevator fell multiple floors with someone inside and abruptly stopped when the emergency brakes were activated. While the brakes fortunately kept the elevator from crashing into the bottom of the elevator shaft, the sudden stop caused the person to sustain moderate to severe injuries.
San Francisco
fromSnowBrains
3 weeks ago

Cable Car Breakdown Traps 12 Passengers Mid-Air in Italian Alps on Easter Sunday - SnowBrains

Breakdowns can happen, but the response was as quick as possible. City councilor Paolo Gabrielli praised the rapid intervention of technicians who activated the emergency recovery system, ensuring the safety of the passengers.
Snowboarding
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Person seriously injured in fall at Firefighting Academy facility

Emergency crews responded around 9:05 a.m. to the Department of Fire Services Firefighting Academy facility, where a person had been reportedly injured in a fall.
Boston
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