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Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
12 minutes ago

How Fire-retardant OSB is Reshaping Building Materials Innovation

OSB innovation focuses on enhancing fire resistance while maintaining familiarity and structural integrity for builders in response to evolving building codes and environmental pressures.
#fire
fromQNS
2 days ago
Austin

Six firefighters injured battling 5-alarm fire at historic 19th-century church and rectory in Old Astoria: FDNY - QNS

Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
10 hours 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.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Two bodies found after fire tears through home in Blue Mountains foothills

Two bodies, believed to be children, were found in a fire-destroyed home in Bowen Mountain, while four other children and their father escaped.
fromQNS
2 days ago
Austin

Six firefighters injured battling 5-alarm fire at historic 19th-century church and rectory in Old Astoria: FDNY - QNS

California
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

11 people lose their home in an apartment fire

A kitchen renovation project caused a fire in a Mountain View apartment, displacing 11 residents but resulting in no injuries.
Remodel
fromSlashGear
7 hours ago

3 DIY Projects You Should Never Try To Do Indoors - SlashGear

Not all DIY projects are suitable for home environments due to safety concerns, especially those involving volatile organic compounds.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Growing brush fire triggers evacuation warnings in Orange County

The fire, which burned at least 60 acres, was reported shortly after 3 p.m. along Carbon Canyon Road, just east of Valencia Avenue.
East Bay (California)
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

How to Know Where Your Security Threat Is Before It's Too Late

Organizations winning the security talent war operationalize key questions to prevent knowledge loss and enhance cybersecurity resilience.
#reproductive-rights
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Large fire breaks out in Manchester as firefighters tackle blaze

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Two young children die in Wolverhampton house fire

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
#house-fire
California
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. fire officials issue alert after e-bike blazes

E-bike batteries pose significant fire risks, prompting fire officials to issue safety alerts for users across the state.
#wildfires
fromFortune
5 days ago
Environment

Scientists are burning homes to protect them in wildfires: 'We crash test houses' | Fortune

Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 days ago

Wildfire red flag' warnings are in effect for large chunks of the U.S. Here's what to know

Red flag warnings for wildfires are in effect across a large area of the central U.S. due to low humidity, strong winds, and dry vegetation.
Environment
fromFortune
5 days ago

Scientists are burning homes to protect them in wildfires: 'We crash test houses' | Fortune

Better materials and strategic landscaping can protect homes from increasing wildfire risks.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Suicide-related callouts to fire services triple in England in a decade

Suicide-related callouts to fire services in England have tripled in the last decade, prompting calls for mandatory training for firefighters.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | No More 24' puts New Yorkers like me at risk | amNewYork

Protesters demand the No More 24 Act to end 24-hour workdays for home care workers, fearing it jeopardizes care for individuals with disabilities.
#lithium-ion-batteries
Gadgets
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This Is the 1 Common Travel Item You Should Never Put in Your Checked Bag-and It Can Be a Big Safety Issue

Lithium-ion batteries must be carried in carry-on luggage due to safety regulations and risk management concerns.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Battery Sparks Smoke Inside Williamsburg Library

A lithium-ion battery fire occurred at the Brooklyn Public Library, prompting a quick response from firefighters with no injuries reported.
Gadgets
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This Is the 1 Common Travel Item You Should Never Put in Your Checked Bag-and It Can Be a Big Safety Issue

Lithium-ion batteries must be carried in carry-on luggage due to safety regulations and risk management concerns.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Battery Sparks Smoke Inside Williamsburg Library

A lithium-ion battery fire occurred at the Brooklyn Public Library, prompting a quick response from firefighters with no injuries reported.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

LAFD's culture of obedience runs deep. Firefighters say they fear retaliation from bosses

The Los Angeles Fire Department's culture discourages questioning orders, leading to tragic consequences during emergencies.
#fire-safety
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day 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.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

LaGuardia firefighter heard stop' before crash but didn't know who it was for, report says

A firefighter truck collided with an Air Canada jet at LaGuardia, killing both pilots, due to miscommunication and lack of alerts.
London
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Man dies after blaze inside Belfast hospital's emergency department

A man in his 30s passed away after a fire incident in the A&E unit of the Royal Victoria Hospital.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

We made flying nearly collision-proof decades ago. Why are intersections still so dangerous?

The real problem is infrastructure, not vehicle safety. Roadways are open systems with infinite variables—weather, pedestrians, distracted drivers, and aging infrastructure. Communication between vehicles is minimal, and infrastructure is largely silent—and in that gap lies the potential for deadly collisions.
Alternative transportation
Public health
fromHarvard Gazette
5 days ago

Dangers coming from inside the house - Harvard Gazette

John D. Spengler's research significantly advanced indoor air quality awareness and led to smoking bans on airplanes and improved childhood asthma understanding.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
6 days ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
Renovation
fromThesanjoseblog
17 hours ago

San Jose Breaks Ground on First Type 1A Fire-Resistant ADU

Builtech Construction's new ADU in San Jose sets a benchmark for fire safety using advanced Insulated Concrete Form technology.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

The secret life of Boston's street corner fire alarm boxes

Boston's telegraph-based fire alarm system, operational since 1852, remains functional today, providing reliable emergency communication independent of modern technology.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Toronto Fire chief cites safety concerns as crews hose down massive ice blocks promoting Drake album | CBC News

Toronto Fire crews are melting ice blocks installed by Drake to promote his album due to public safety concerns from dangerous activities.
#arson
Canada news
fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago

What we know about arson suspect in California warehouse fire

Chamel Abdulkarim is accused of starting a massive warehouse fire in Ontario, California, facing multiple felony charges and potential life imprisonment.
Canada news
fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago

What we know about arson suspect in California warehouse fire

Chamel Abdulkarim is accused of starting a massive warehouse fire in Ontario, California, facing multiple felony charges and potential life imprisonment.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bath Beach Impound Lot Fire Destroys Dozens Of Cars

A fast-moving fire in Brooklyn's impound lot destroyed around two dozen cars, but no injuries were reported.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bath Beach Impound Lot Fire Destroys Dozens Of Cars

A fast-moving fire in Brooklyn's impound lot destroyed around two dozen cars, but no injuries were reported.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week 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
#lithium-battery-fires
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Mill Brook Houses Fire: Lithium Batteries Found

A lithium battery fire at a Bronx NYCHA building injured no one but prompted renewed FDNY warnings about the fire risks of improperly stored or damaged lithium-ion batteries.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Mill Brook Houses Fire: Lithium Batteries Found

A lithium battery fire at a Bronx NYCHA building injured no one but prompted renewed FDNY warnings about the fire risks of improperly stored or damaged lithium-ion batteries.
Brooklyn
fromwww.bxtimes.com
3 days ago

Two dead, 11 injured in five-alarm fire in Bronx's Little Italy Bronx Times

A five-alarm fire in the Bronx's Little Italy resulted in two deaths, eleven injuries, and significant damage to a mixed-use building.
fromBoston.com
2 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
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
6 days ago

BK Hot Spot Moving On After Safety Concerns, Owner Says

Pacha New York is implementing a comprehensive safety and operations plan for its Brooklyn venue, focusing on crowd control and community coordination.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Former Fire Marshal Who Wrote SF's High-Rise Sprinkler Mandate Now Consulting With Condos It's Impacting

Former SF Fire Marshal Kenneth Cofflin, who wrote the 2022 fire code requiring sprinkler installation in older high-rises by 2027, may be profiting from the resulting chaos and controversy.
NYC LGBT
fromFOX 5 New York
1 month ago

3 dead in Queens fire as building collapse traps firefighters

A four-alarm fire in Queens killed three people, injured nine others, and temporarily trapped two firefighters when an interior staircase collapsed.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago

Possible explosion at downtown Toronto building, firefighters investigating | CBC News

Firefighters are trying to contain a fire on the roof of a building in downtown Toronto after a possible explosion, with thick black smoke billowing from the site.
Canada news
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

How To Pick The Right Fire Extinguisher For Your Kitchen (And Find It At Walmart Affordably) - Tasting Table

According to the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), the most common cause of kitchen fires is unattended cooking. The best way to protect yourself and your home is to be proactive about fire prevention and prepared to quickly and safely extinguish a fire. First, make sure everyone in your household is aware of key kitchen safety rules.
Miscellaneous
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

FDNY Leaders Questioned Over Overtime And Firehouse Repairs

FDNY faces budget pressures with 69% of overtime budget already spent, aging firehouses needing repairs, and low EMS pay amid Mayor Mamdani's citywide efficiency mandate requiring $5.4 billion in savings.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Person found dead in Mississauga home gutted by fire, police say | CBC News

"It's very important to understand that we have confirmed there is one person in the residence. It is certainly possible that there are more. Unlikely at this point, with the information that we have, but we have seen this happen," said Const. Tyler Bell-Morena.
Canada news
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

1 person dead in North York apartment fire, emergency responders say | CBC News

A two-alarm fire at a North York apartment building resulted in one rescued resident later pronounced dead; fire controlled and investigation under way.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
New York City
fromHoodline
2 months ago

Balcony Blaze Sends Big FDNY Response In Morrisania

A balcony fire at a Morrisania high-rise prompted a large FDNY response; two people had minor injuries and the cause remains under investigation.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Manhole fires on Newbury Street cause building and street evacuations

Six manhole explosions on Newbury Street prompted sidewalk and building evacuations, multiple street closures, and no reported injuries; fires likely caused by an electrical issue.
#garage-fire
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
#fdny
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Brooklyn 3-Alarm Fire Update From FDNY

FDNY officials provided updates on a three-alarm fire in Brooklyn, indicating a significant response involving multiple units and extended operations.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Brooklyn 3-Alarm Fire Update From FDNY

FDNY officials provided updates on a three-alarm fire in Brooklyn, indicating a significant response involving multiple units and extended operations.
fromHoodline
2 months ago

3 Hurt in Upper East Side NYCHA Fire

A fire at the Stanley M. Isaacs Houses left three people injured after flames broke out on the eighth floor of one of the NYCHA towers on First Avenue between East 93rd and East 94th Streets, according to the New York City Fire Department. Firefighters said the blaze was brought under control in about 30 minutes and that crews searched the building to ensure no other occupants were trapped.
New York City
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Massive Midwood Fire Sends Smoke Over Brooklyn

A massive fire in Midwood, Brooklyn, prompted a significant emergency response with thick smoke and ongoing firefighting efforts.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

San Jose crews responding to massive three-alarm fire at vacant building

SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) -- San Jose crews are responding to a three-alarm fire at a vacant two-story building. The fire broke out Friday evening around 5 p.m. on Saratoga Avenue near Quito Road. Drivers are being advised to avoid the area as crews work to contain the fire. Stay with ABC7 News for the latest details on this developing story. Copyright © 2026 KGO-TV. All Rights Reserved.
California
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Man laying outside Oakland firehouse struck by fire department vehicle responding to blaze

A man believed to be unhoused and possibly sleeping outside East Oakland Fire Station 20 was struck by a responding fire department pickup and hospitalized.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Three-alarm Brooklyn apartment fire leaves five people hospitalized: FDNY | amNewYork

A three-alarm fire at 3322 Church Ave. in East Flatbush injured five people, required over 170 firefighters, and was controlled before midnight.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Redwood City: Authorities investigating after woman dies in garage fire

A 31-year-old woman died in a detached garage fire used as a residence in North Fair Oaks; two other occupants escaped uninjured.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Brooklyn inferno draws massive FDNY response; people told to close windows

A massive five-alarm warehouse fire in Brooklyn's Sunset Park destroyed three factory buildings, requiring 250+ emergency personnel and 15,000 gallons of water per minute to combat.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Massive fire in Brooklyn heavily damages industrial building in Sunset Park

A five-alarm fire destroyed an industrial building in Brooklyn, requiring over 270 first responders and causing extensive damage to multiple structures.
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