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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Manchester airport suspends flights after easyJet planes collide

Tynisha Chaudhry, who was on the Gibraltar-bound flight, compared the collision to a car crash, saying, 'We felt the whole plane shudder - it was a massive hit.'
Manchester United
New York City
fromsilive
18 hours ago

Car overturns in crash on Staten Island's Hylan Blvd.; FDNY, NYPD on scene

A car overturned at Hylan Boulevard and Richmond Avenue, but the driver escaped serious injury.
#fire-incident
#wildfire
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

France's largest wildfire this year leaves one dead and many injured

Fast-moving wildfire in southern France has burned 13,000 hectares, causing one death and injuring nine others.
fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago

Politician Calls On New York Bar To Reform 'Disorganized, Delayed' Emergency Response - Above the Law

The response to the medical emergency appeared disorganized, delayed, and lacking in clear protocol. It is troubling that no consistent or codified procedures were in place to ensure an immediate coordinated response.
Law
#chemical-incident
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

London hospital evacuated amid a 'dangerous chemical spill' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"There was a chemical leak in the basement of Guy's hospital. It's just reopened now. One of the engineers accidentally mixed chlorine with sulphuric acid, and it totally exploded."
London politics
#wildfires
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

London Ambulance Service cuts response times by up to eight minutes

London Ambulance Service reduced emergency response times by up to eight minutes amid increased call volumes in July 2025.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Coast Guard helicopter launched after reports of swimmer in difficulty in Tramore, Co. Waterford

Locals reported a swimmer in difficulty offshore near Boatstrand. Coast Guard and RNLI units were deployed, including a Waterford-based helicopter for search efforts.
Public health
#fire
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Tsunami forecasting to get faster thanks to El Capitan

"Conventional tsunami warning systems often rely on seismic and geodetic data to infer earthquake magnitude and location, but typically use simplistic models that fail to capture the complexity of fault ruptures, which can lead to false alarms or dangerously late warnings."
Science
London
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Crews practise rescue skills at historic building

London Fire Brigade practices emergency response at historic sites to enhance life-saving and preservation efforts after 282 fires were recorded in the last year.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Elderly woman dies after being hit by van in Toronto last month | CBC News

A woman has died after being struck by a van in downtown Toronto. The incident occurred at Brunel Court and Fort York Boulevard on July 27 at 10 a.m.
Toronto
#flooding
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Redondo Beach 911 system knocked out after trash fire turns toxic

"Due to telecommunications outage in the South Bay, 911 lines are currently down," the department posted on Facebook around 2 p.m. Sunday. By the next hour, lines were up.
California
#firefighters
fromQNS
4 days ago
Miscellaneous

Three firefighters injured while battling four-alarm South Jamaica fire: FDNY - QNS

fromQNS
4 days ago
Miscellaneous

Three firefighters injured while battling four-alarm South Jamaica fire: FDNY - QNS

fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Person dies after boat capsizes at South Shore beach

A person died after a boat overturned off of Nantasket Beach on Saturday, according to Massachusetts State Police. Despite life-saving measures, including CPR, the person did not survive.
Miscellaneous
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Total fire ban in effect for Kawartha Lakes as crews battle 'significant' forest fire | CBC News

A total fire ban is in effect as crews fight a significant forest fire in the Burnt River area.
fromnj
4 days ago

Man, 25, electrocuted on PATH tracks in Hoboken after dropping phone

A 25-year-old man is in serious condition after being electrocuted on the PATH tracks in Hoboken while attempting to retrieve his dropped phone.
Miscellaneous
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Imagine fire-safe communities where residents can live and evacuate in record time

In 2050, Los Angeles will utilize advanced technology for effective wildfire preparedness and evacuation, emphasizing community action and safety protocols.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
5 days ago

One person clinging to life following Brooklyn basement fire

A critically injured person was rescued from a Brooklyn basement fire, with the cause under investigation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Pedestrian seriously injured after being struck by Eglinton Crosstown LRT test train: police | CBC News

A pedestrian suffered serious injuries after being struck by a Crosstown LRT train during a test run in Scarborough.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 days ago

Teen lifeguards save 3 siblings in latest rescue at Pennsylvania pool

Three siblings were rescued from drowning at Tamaqua Community Pool by lifeguards Brandon Temarantz and Millie Black during a dramatic incident on July 23.
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Kildare woman who suffered two strokes by the age of 45 was misdiagnosed with a migraine - 'You grieve the life you once had'

"In 2018, Tammy Tallon found herself sat in the back of a taxi, face drooped, speech slurred and struggling to move the left side of her body."
Public health
#drowning
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

At least 10 die in northwestern China after flash floods DW 08/08/2025

10 people died and 33 remain missing after flash floods in Yuzhong County, Gansu province, due to continuous heavy rain.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Historic New Jersey synagogue destroyed in massive fire as rabbi, family 'luckily' escape unscathed

Historic New Jersey synagogue destroyed by fire; the rabbi and his family escaped unharmed.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Emergency recordings and videos detail the chaotic rescue efforts during the deadly Texas floods

The flooding killed at least 136 people - including more than two dozen children and counselors at Camp Mystic, a century-old summer camp for girls that was among the first areas inundated.
Public health
France news
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Giant fire in southern France under control DW 08/08/2025

Firefighters have contained a massive fire in Aude, France, which burned 17,000 hectares and caused one death, injuring 13 others.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Footballer Lockyer reunited with medics who saved his life

Lockyer collapsed mid-game during a Premier League match when his heart stopped but was restarted by paramedics after just two minutes and 41 seconds.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Pennsylvania shooting: man kills neighbour, ambushes and wounds two state troopers

Investigators are looking into Faino's past. Both troopers were in stable condition with serious injuries Thursday night. Police did not say why Faino decided to kill Wasko.
US news
New York City
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

5 Crucial Lessons From The Bar Exam's Near Deadly Failure - Above the Law

New York's handling of a cardiac arrest during the bar exam exemplifies a serious lapse in emergency medical protocol.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Got a non-emergency request for Toronto police? You can now call *877 | CBC News

Toronto Police Services introduced a shorter non-emergency number, *TPS or *877, to make it easier for the public and reduce 911 wait times.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Mother of Long Island girl who was told to 'shut the f-k up' by fire chief Peter Alt in viral video said 'he failed her'

Fire chief Peter Alt verbally abused a distressed child during an emergency, leading to public outrage and an investigation by the North Babylon Fire Company.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Gifford Fire: Bay Area fire agencies deploy firefighters, bulldozers to Central CA wildfire

The Gifford Fire is California's largest blaze of the year, affecting over 91,000 acres and only 9% contained.
fromQNS
1 week ago

Bayside businesses remain open despite significant flood damage from recent storm - QNS

"The ERU, which provides direct, on-the-ground support to businesses impacted by emergencies across the city, helps small businesses by sharing relevant information, securing storefronts, expediting permits and providing free legal assistance both before and after emergencies take place."
Miscellaneous
fromNews 12 - Default
1 week ago

Woman's body found floating near Brooklyn Bridge

A woman's body was discovered floating in the East River near the Brooklyn Bridge, leading to an investigation.
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Newburyport police officer injured in crash during traffic stop, department says

A Newburyport police officer was injured in a motorcycle crash while trying to stop a vehicle.
fromABC7 New York
1 week ago

Small plane crashes in ocean off North Carolina coast; pilot rescued

A pilot was rescued after making an emergency landing in the ocean due to engine trouble.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Central California issues evacuation orders after wildfire burns 72,000 acres

A large wildfire in central California threatens homes and has burned over 72,000 acres, with firefighting efforts ongoing and conditions worsening.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Storm Floris: Scottish government holds emergency meeting amid warnings of more UK travel disruption

Significant travel disruptions and power outages are occurring across Scotland due to Storm Floris, with emergency meetings held to coordinate response efforts.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Man dies after losing control of motorcycle in New Bedford, officials say

A 37-year-old man died after losing control of his motorcycle in New Bedford, with an investigation underway.
Miscellaneous
fromNewsday
1 week ago

Flames and smoke force passengers to flee New York City area train

A PATH train in Jersey City caught fire, filling one car with smoke and injuring several passengers.
#brooklyn-heights
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

'Not surprised': Locals say neglect to blame in Clark Street station awning collapse * Brooklyn Paper

The collapse of the St. George Hotel awning highlights years of neglect, resulting in a critical emergency response and closure of nearby subway services.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Train service disrupted during Monday's rush-hour commuter following Brooklyn hotel awning collapse

An awning collapsed near the Clark Street subway station in Brooklyn Heights, prompting a major emergency response and subsequent station closure.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Train service disrupted during Monday's rush-hour commuter following Brooklyn hotel awning collapse

fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

7 hikers airlifted off Bay Area trail due to heat

A 21-year-old woman collapsed on a Solano County hiking trail, likely from heat stroke, and was airlifted to the hospital.
Miscellaneous
fromNBC New York
1 week ago

Gas leak prompts multiple building evacuations in Manhattan

A gas leak investigation led to the evacuation of multiple buildings in Washington Heights, displacing nearly 100 residents.
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

Is PATH service back running after this morning's train fire?

The fire, which erupted under an eastbound train around 6:15am, filled the cabin with smoke and forced passengers to evacuate quickly.
New York City
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Hammersmith Bridge fireworks spark 80 emergency calls amid fear for homes

An unauthorized fireworks display on Hammersmith Bridge nearly sparked a fire in nearby buildings.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
1 week ago

Mamdani, Cuomo, Sliwa have differing takes on NYPD's Strategic Response Group

Zohran Mamdani supports disbanding the NYPD's Strategic Response Group due to allegations of police brutality.
Miscellaneous
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
2 weeks ago

At Least 16 Dead, Dozens Injured In Russian Strikes On Kyiv Residential Area

A Russian attack in Kyiv killed at least 16 people, including a child, and injured nearly a hundred, targeting residential buildings and public facilities.
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

What makes a tsunami and what to do if one comes

"Tsunami alerts lit up Siri Zama's phone on Tuesday. The 28-year-old high school teacher in Kapolei, Hawaii, fled inland, feeling scared and worried as he watched the dark clouds."
Science
#wembley-stadium
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Man in critical condition after stabbing in Kensington Market | CBC News

A man sustained serious stab wounds and is in critical condition following a stabbing in Kensington Market.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Oprah Winfrey Hits Back at Tsunami Scandal Over Hawaii Home: What You Need to Know

Winfrey promptly responded to tsunami warnings by opening her private road in Maui, HI, to aid residents in evacuating safely.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Four workers die after falling into a manhole in Japan

Four workers died in Japan after falling into a manhole during an emergency sewage inspection.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Are you disaster ready? Hundreds learn emergency preparedness at annual San Mateo Co. event

Disaster Preparedness Day in San Mateo informed residents about emergency response actions following recent tsunami alerts.
Public health
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Dramatic Video Shows Police Officer Collapsing After Alleged Fentanyl Exposure

A South Carolina deputy collapsed after exposure to a suspected fentanyl substance, requiring Narcan for resuscitation.
#train-derailment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Passenger train derails in Germany, killing three and injuring dozens

A passenger train derailed in Germany, killing at least three and injuring over 50, prompting investigations into the causes.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Germany news

At least three people killed after train derails in southern Germany

A regional passenger train derailed in southwestern Germany, resulting in three fatalities and several injuries.
fromPeople.com
2 weeks ago

Man, 22, Disappears While Swimming During Intense Thunderstorms at N.Y. Beach - and Remains Missing Days Later

A 22-year-old man disappeared while swimming at Rockaway Beach amidst severe thunderstorms.
#greece
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

At least 11 people stabbed at Walmart store in Michigan and man in custody, police say

A stabbing incident at a Traverse City Walmart left 11 injured, with six critically hurt, and appears to be a random act of violence.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

A man accused of stabbing 11 people at a Walmart is in Michigan authorities' custody

Eleven people were stabbed in a Walmart incident in Traverse City, with six in critical condition.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Pakistan issues glacial floods alert for northwest, heavy rain forecast

Pakistan has issued a warning about glacial flooding in the northwest due to above-average rainfall, impacting tourist areas like Fairy Meadows and Gilgit-Baltistan.
Black Lives Matter
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

They are still discovering bodies in Altadena 6 months after fire. Are there other victims?

Officials confirmed the presence of human remains in the only uncleared lot on La Venezia Court, where 74-year-old Juan Francisco Espinoza had lived alone with his dogs.
Los Angeles
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Child's death prompts new law mandating NY schools to plan for heart attacks

New York public schools must develop emergency plans for cardiac incidents, ensuring accessibility and training for defibrillators.
US news
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Texas sheriff names who's to blame for little girls' deaths in floods

Emergency response was compromised as the coordinator was asleep during deadly flash floods in Central Texas.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

'Everyone is in shock' - Clare community devastated as mother and two children killed in suspected Fermanagh triple murder are named

A mother and her two children were killed in a suspected murder-suicide in Maguiresbridge, Co Fermanagh.
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