Lithium-ion battery waste fires are increasing, and vapes are a big part of itFire incidents in waste and recycling facilities surged to 2,910 in 2024, largely attributed to lithium-ion batteries.
Lorry containing scrap metal goes up in flames on major road in Park RoyalA lorry carrying scrap metal caught fire on the A406 North Circular, causing major traffic disruptions in Park Royal.
Monday Morning Headlines: Fatal Crashes In Oakland and MillbraeSan Francisco experienced multiple incidents on Sunday, including small fires, a fatal crash, and a coastal tragedy, reflecting ongoing community challenges.
Multiple cars reported in flames in SF's Tenderloin on SundayMultiple cars in San Francisco engulfed in separate fires early Sunday morning.
Monday Morning Headlines: Fatal Crashes In Oakland and MillbraeSan Francisco experienced multiple incidents on Sunday, including small fires, a fatal crash, and a coastal tragedy, reflecting ongoing community challenges.
Multiple cars reported in flames in SF's Tenderloin on SundayMultiple cars in San Francisco engulfed in separate fires early Sunday morning.
Separate boat fires in NJ, NY overnight kill 2 women, send 3 to hospital: officialsTwo separate boat fires in New Jersey and Westchester resulted in two deaths and three injuries, prompting ongoing investigations.
Erin Burnett on Covering the Devastation of the LA Fires: You Are Smelling the Destruction of Daily Life'The California wildfires have led to widespread destruction and personal loss, impacting thousands of homes and communities.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 21A wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment data or cause available.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 6A new wildfire, LAC-315400, has erupted in Los Angeles County with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 31A new wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County with uncertain containment status and undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 9A new wildfire named LAC-012814 has ignited in Los Angeles County, details on containment and cause remain unknown.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 29A new wildfire named LAC-382511 was reported in Los Angeles County with an unknown containment status and undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Nov. 20The Hamner Av / Market St wildfire in Riverside County is currently burning with no known containment status or cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Nov. 21A wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County with no current containment data or cause available.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Sep. 6A new wildfire, LAC-315400, has erupted in Los Angeles County with an undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 31A new wildfire has been reported in Los Angeles County with uncertain containment status and undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Jan. 9A new wildfire named LAC-012814 has ignited in Los Angeles County, details on containment and cause remain unknown.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Los Angeles County on Oct. 29A new wildfire named LAC-382511 was reported in Los Angeles County with an unknown containment status and undetermined cause.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in Riverside County on Nov. 20The Hamner Av / Market St wildfire in Riverside County is currently burning with no known containment status or cause.
The Wegmans' Sushi Restaurant Is Opening SoonNext Door at Astor Place is poised for success with a promising chef and diverse menu after a year since its opening.
Second fire in three months scorches vacant blighted lot in downtown San JoseMultiple fires in downtown San Jose are damaging city-owned properties, creating safety concerns and a blighted appearance.
Police keeping open mind' whether same day Bromley house fires are linkedTwo major fires occurred in Bromley on October 27, with ongoing investigations into possible connections and no reports of injuries.
Second fire in three months scorches vacant blighted lot in downtown San JoseMultiple fires in downtown San Jose are damaging city-owned properties, creating safety concerns and a blighted appearance.
Police keeping open mind' whether same day Bromley house fires are linkedTwo major fires occurred in Bromley on October 27, with ongoing investigations into possible connections and no reports of injuries.
Fire Breaks Out At Bryant Park's Winter Village Holiday MarketThe Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park experienced a fire just days after another fire at Herald Square Holiday Market.
Frequent flare-up: Firefighters battle blaze at Gobbler Auto Parts in East Flatbush * Brooklyn PaperFrequent fires at East Flatbush store indicate ongoing issues for local firefighters.Sixty firefighters quickly contained a blaze at a scrap salvage area on December 20.
'This is the new normal': Fires spread across New York regionNew York is facing increased brush fires due to extreme dryness and climate change, now recognized as part of the new normal.
New Yorkers Are Getting the Message on Storing E-BatteriesE-bike battery fires in NYC are frequent, but fatalities have decreased due to better safety measures and fewer incidents occurring indoors.
'This is the new normal': Fires spread across New York regionNew York is facing increased brush fires due to extreme dryness and climate change, now recognized as part of the new normal.
New Yorkers Are Getting the Message on Storing E-BatteriesE-bike battery fires in NYC are frequent, but fatalities have decreased due to better safety measures and fewer incidents occurring indoors.
eBay to ban private e-bike sales over fire safety concernseBay is banning private sales of e-bikes and batteries in the UK beginning 31 October due to battery fire concerns.
Fire destroyed their homes in Chinatown. Now they're rebuilding their livesThe abandoned construction site leads to repeated fire hazards and community safety concerns, highlighting the need for city intervention and accountability.
South Korea's EV Fire Panic: ExplainedElectric vehicles are statistically safer than gas cars regarding fire incidents, despite recent media coverage suggesting otherwise.
Deadly fires: Risk of death, injury highest in Toronto's poor neighbourhoods | CBC NewsSevere fires have unequal impact, affecting low-income areas more severely.
Second large fire breaks out at Nortland Portland metal recycling plantFirefighters in Portland faced multiple large fires at a metal recycling plant within a short timeframe.
Teens 'throw bricks' at derelict building which has suffered three firesMultiple fires occurred at the same building in Troopers Drive, Harold Hill, prompting investigations.