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fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

Fire extinguished in Spain's Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral DW 08/09/2025

Firefighters extinguished a fire at the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, averting disaster and preventing significant damage to the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

New Bedford may 'brown out' fire stations after $300K budget cut

New Bedford considers 'browning out' fire stations due to budget cuts affecting overtime.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Chelsea deputy fire chief on leave after being arrested in Nashville

Masucci was charged with two felony charges: attempted offensive contact/assault of a law enforcement officer and offensive contact/assault of a law enforcement officer.
US news
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 week ago

California woman rescued after getting stuck in chimney

A woman was rescued from a chimney in San Fernando after becoming trapped.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Burned body found in brush fire in Santa Clarita

A burned body was discovered in Santa Clarita after the Los Angeles County Fire Department extinguished a small brush fire on Soledad Canyon Road.
Los Angeles
fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago

To slash costs, Austin will decide whether to cut firefighter staffing below national standards - Austin Monitor

"So they're calling people back, which doesn't give time for people to actually rest and actually recharge their battery."
Austin
#san-jose
San Jose Sharks
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

San Jose: 15-acre fire breaks out near Happy Hollow park Wednesday

A 15-acre grass fire was reported near Happy Hollow Park and Zoo in San Jose.
No injuries have been reported from the incident.
Authorities are advising people to avoid the affected area.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
4 weeks ago

City looks to cut some costs on police, fire budgets - Austin Monitor

City budget proposal includes significant decreases in Police and Fire Department overtime budgets, alongside staffing changes for budgetary relief.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

'Fireball' after small plane crashes at London Southend Airport

A plane has been involved in a collision at Southend Airport according to police, with reports of a serious incident involving a 12-metre aircraft and a large fireball.
London
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Recovering the Dead in Texas's Flash-Flood Alley

Severe storms in Hill Country prompted Lee Pool, chief of the Hunt Volunteer Fire Department, to act quickly during an emergency flood situation.
Miscellaneous
fromsilive
1 month ago

FDNY fights fire at apartment building in West Brighton on Staten Island

A fire occurred at an apartment building in West Brighton, controlled by FDNY within an hour with no reported injuries.
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Calif. cities used drones to find people shooting off illegal fireworks

Illegal fireworks in California could lead to hefty fines through drone surveillance operations by fire departments.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Man dead, woman critically injured after fireworks explosion sets homes on fire in CA

A fireworks explosion in Pacoima led to one man's death and left a woman critically injured, igniting multiple homes.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

FDNY nabs Brooklyn man in $250K illegal fireworks bust

An FDNY investigation led to the arrest of Lisen Pan for illegal fireworks possession, underlining public safety concerns in New York.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

One dead and two injured after explosion damages Philadelphia homes

One person died and two were injured in a Philadelphia explosion that severely damaged homes.
Investigators are assessing causes and ensuring surrounding homes' stability.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Metrolink train and semi collide in Moorpark, killing truck's driver

A semi-truck collided with a Metrolink train in Moorpark, resulting in the truck driver's death and injuries to a train passenger.
#san-francisco
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

At least 10 hurt when yacht strikes dock in Hudson River, FDNY says

Several people were injured when a yacht with around 400 passengers struck a dock in the Hudson River; safety measures were enacted swiftly by the FDNY.
NYC music
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

Palo Alto adopts $1B budget, revamps ambulance service - San Jose Spotlight

To address ongoing financial challenges, Palo Alto's budget emphasizes a revamped emergency response system, adding civilian positions and paramedics while delaying budget cuts.
NYC politics
fromKqed
2 months ago

Hiking Along Beautiful Bluffs Can Get Risky. Here's How to Stay Safe | KQED

Good weather draws crowds to dangerous cliff edges, leading to rescue situations.
Awareness of the environment, tides, and intoxication is essential for safety in outdoor areas.
Portland food
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago

The fire department for East Bay parks closes at night. Firefighters are concerned

The East Bay Regional Park District fire department's limited hours lead to inadequate emergency response times.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

County says San Jose fire may have violated federal law - San Jose Spotlight

Not only do these incidents themselves pose a significant public safety risk, policy violation, and involve potential violation of Federal law, but the lack of notification to the EMS Agency substantially compounds this risk to the public.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Richmond fire department to begin emergency response care upgrade

The Richmond Fire Department aims to join its Contra Costa County peers by establishing a paramedics program to provide advanced life support, crucial for improving patient survival.
Mission District
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

North Shore firefighter facing rape charges placed on leave

A lieutenant in the Nahant Fire Department has been placed on paid leave following multiple rape charges after pleading not guilty.
NYC LGBT
fromNBC New York
2 months ago

Man falls to his death while trying to escape burning building in Brooklyn

A tragic incident occurred during a rescue in Brooklyn, where a man fell to his death after a firefighter's ladder malfunctioned.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Day Around the Bay: Suspicious Fires Hit Outer Richmond School

Veteran firefighter charged with drug theft
Suspicious fires at Lafayette Elementary School
Billie Eilish announces new concert dates
Republicans divided over Congressional megabill
Trump alters stance on Russia-Ukraine ceasefire
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Manhole smoke sparks carbon monoxide scare

Residents reported seeing smoke rising from two manholes on Dahill Road, which led to an emergency evacuation as firefighters conducted checks in the area.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago

Two injured in early morning blaze at Crown Heights NYCHA building * Brooklyn Paper

A fire in Crown Heights injured two residents and was controlled by firefighters shortly after emergency services arrived.
#los-angeles
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Three months after wildfire, Mayor Bass proposes adding more than 200 jobs to LAFD

Mayor Bass proposes adding 227 positions to the fire department to address staffing shortages after recent wildfires.
#oakland
LA Clippers
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

An L.A. County firefighter assaulted his neighbor. But his bosses couldn't fire him

Firefighters must maintain conduct standards; Adam Clint was fired for felony assault, but a commission voted to reinstate him due to insufficient evidence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Two people and dog dead after small plane crashes into Los Angeles-area neighborhood

A small plane crash in Simi Valley resulted in three fatalities and damage to two homes.
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Massachusetts firefighters help rescue baby bald eagles

A pair of young bald eagles were successfully rescued by firefighters in Longmeadow after their nest was destroyed by strong winds, ensuring their safe rehabilitation.
Atlanta Falcons
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

Three-Alarm Fire Destroys Borough Park Building, Displaces Dozens, Officials Say

Over 125 FDNY personnel battled a three-alarm fire in Borough Park, successfully controlling the blaze in a mixed-occupancy building.
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago

Three-alarm fire in Borough Park shoe store displaces 20 residents * Brooklyn Paper

The building lacked windows for ventilation purposes, making the fire tougher for our members to fight. The department store had a lot of stock, which intensified the situation.
Brooklyn
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

WATCH: Woman, Kids Narrowly Escape With Their Lives After Huge Manhole Explosion in New York

The explosion was alarming, with video showing a woman narrowly escaping a manhole blast while pushing a stroller, highlighting the dangers of urban infrastructure.
NYC parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

SJ fire department reconsidering drug storage after audit reveals tampering, theft

"Any time something like this happens, it is frankly devastating internally and externally to the organization," said Chief Robert Sapien regarding the drug theft by Captain Moalem.
SF parents
Berlin music
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Munich's famous river surfing spot closed after accident DW 04/20/2025

Eisbachwelle closed for safety investigations following a critical incident involving a surfer.
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