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NYC LGBT
fromBronx Times
2 months ago

Op-ed: NYC firefighters are in critical need of support for available mental health counseling - Bronx Times

Firefighters face significant emotional tolls, necessitating increased mental health support amid growing demand that exceeds current services.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: Explosion reported at Continental building DW 03/06/2025

A heating boiler explosion at Continental in Hannover caused injuries and significant property damage, but prompt response minimized serious outcomes.
NYC real estate
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Large fire in Astoria, Queens damages 2 buildings, 4 people injured

Fire in Astoria injured four people, three of whom were firefighters, while another deadly fire in Queens claimed three lives.
NYC LGBT
fromBronx Times
2 months ago

Op-ed: NYC firefighters are in critical need of support for available mental health counseling - Bronx Times

Firefighters face significant emotional tolls, necessitating increased mental health support amid growing demand that exceeds current services.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany: Explosion reported at Continental building DW 03/06/2025

A heating boiler explosion at Continental in Hannover caused injuries and significant property damage, but prompt response minimized serious outcomes.
NYC real estate
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Large fire in Astoria, Queens damages 2 buildings, 4 people injured

Fire in Astoria injured four people, three of whom were firefighters, while another deadly fire in Queens claimed three lives.
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Tenant torches Long Island building, killing 2 dogs, cat: police

"This is horrible - I don't understand, why would you harm your own animals?" said one emotional neighbor, expressing disbelief at the incident.
Pets
#public-safety
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Power lines sparked new fires in LA after the Eaton Fire began, radio traffic shows

Edison failed to respond promptly to firefighters' requests during the Eaton Fire, worsening fire conditions and complicating firefighting efforts.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | NYC socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani under fire for 'disrespecting' firefighters

US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Power lines sparked new fires in LA after the Eaton Fire began, radio traffic shows

Edison failed to respond promptly to firefighters' requests during the Eaton Fire, worsening fire conditions and complicating firefighting efforts.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | NYC socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani under fire for 'disrespecting' firefighters

fromSanta Monica Daily Press
2 days ago

Westside Ballet Honors First Responders in 'Masters of Movement' Performances

This year's Masters of Movement program offers audiences an extraordinary opportunity to experience ballet through the ages—from Bournonville's classical 19th-century techniques to Jerome Robbins' mid-century masterpieces.
SF LGBT
#london-fire-brigade
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Smoke fills skyline as fire crews tackle London blaze

Around 40 firefighters are combating a significant fire in central London affecting a mixed-use building.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Smoke fills skyline as fire crews tackle London blaze

Around 40 firefighters are combating a significant fire in central London affecting a mixed-use building.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Retired lesbian firefighter wins PTSD disability suit after years of abuse

Lori Franchina was awarded close to $2 million for anti-LGBTQ+ abuse she suffered as a firefighter, a decision that highlights workplace discrimination.
#community
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Off-duty firefighters, fishermen, and bystanders rescue 3 people from overturned car in Gloucester water

Off-duty firefighters and local fishermen rescued three people after their car plunged into the water in Gloucester.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Off-duty firefighters, fishermen, and bystanders rescue 3 people from overturned car in Gloucester water

Off-duty firefighters and local fishermen rescued three people after their car plunged into the water in Gloucester.
#community-support
#fdny
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Female fighters to step in the ring in record numbers at Battle of the Badges FDNY boxing match

Record number of female boxers to compete in FDNY boxing event highlights progress towards closing the gender gap in sports.
NYC politics
fromthechiefleader.com
1 month ago

Council bill would compel DOI to investigate discrimination in FDNY

City Council aims to address discrimination against Black and female firefighters in FDNY through new legislation.
The bill mandates investigation of FDNY's compliance with discrimination laws.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

FDNY continues solemn St. Patrick's Day tradition honoring firefighters lost during 9/11: We continue to suffer' | amNewYork

FDNY honors fallen firefighters from 9/11 during St. Patrick's Day Parade, highlighting ongoing sacrifices and losses in the firefighting community.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Female fighters to step in the ring in record numbers at Battle of the Badges FDNY boxing match

Record number of female boxers to compete in FDNY boxing event highlights progress towards closing the gender gap in sports.
NYC politics
fromthechiefleader.com
1 month ago

Council bill would compel DOI to investigate discrimination in FDNY

City Council aims to address discrimination against Black and female firefighters in FDNY through new legislation.
The bill mandates investigation of FDNY's compliance with discrimination laws.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

FDNY continues solemn St. Patrick's Day tradition honoring firefighters lost during 9/11: We continue to suffer' | amNewYork

FDNY honors fallen firefighters from 9/11 during St. Patrick's Day Parade, highlighting ongoing sacrifices and losses in the firefighting community.
#rescue
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Window washers dangle from broken scaffolding at NYC high-rise before daring rescue

Firefighters successfully rescued two window washers trapped on broken scaffolding at a high-rise in Columbus Circle.
California
fromwww.sbsun.com
2 months ago

Gas worker rescued after 30 to 40 foot fall into abandoned well in California backyard

Firefighters successfully rescued a gas company worker who fell into a pit, demonstrating effective emergency response.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

Three-Story Brownstone Catches Fire in Crown Heights, 11 Rescued

Eleven people were rescued from a Brooklyn brownstone fire, illustrating the bravery and quick action of the firefighters involved.
New York City
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Window washers dangle from broken scaffolding at NYC high-rise before daring rescue

Firefighters successfully rescued two window washers trapped on broken scaffolding at a high-rise in Columbus Circle.
California
fromwww.sbsun.com
2 months ago

Gas worker rescued after 30 to 40 foot fall into abandoned well in California backyard

Firefighters successfully rescued a gas company worker who fell into a pit, demonstrating effective emergency response.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

Three-Story Brownstone Catches Fire in Crown Heights, 11 Rescued

Eleven people were rescued from a Brooklyn brownstone fire, illustrating the bravery and quick action of the firefighters involved.
#emergency-services
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Two people hospitalised after fleeing burning cars in M2 crash

The crash near Fortwilliam caused traffic delays but both occupants were safely evacuated before emergency services arrived.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Two people hospitalised after fleeing burning cars in M2 crash

The crash near Fortwilliam caused traffic delays but both occupants were safely evacuated before emergency services arrived.
#wildfires
#union
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

City, union clash over Pawtucket firefighters fired after investigation into 'possible criminal activity'

Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

A Times investigation: LAFD union head made $540,000 in a year, with huge overtime payouts

LAFD's staffing and funding issues highlighted by Pacific Palisades fire incident.
Union leaders received significant pay raises despite budget cuts harming the department.
Union officers, including Freddy Escobar, have high earnings through overtime and stipends.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

City, union clash over Pawtucket firefighters fired after investigation into 'possible criminal activity'

fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

A teenager tried on her mom's ring and it got stuck. Then her trip to a fire station went viral

Gabak told Cambrie to sleep with her hand elevated and promised she'd have a plan B figured out by the time she woke up.
Wearables
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Shocking video shows manhole explosion nearly hitting grandma and her 2 grandkids

When firefighters arrived, they found high levels of gas in the craters left in the pavement.
NYC parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

She's my life companion': Meet Topa, a Berkeley firefighter's search-and-rescue dog

Topa is a certified disaster search dog, trained to locate survivors in the most devastating situations: collapsed buildings, landslides and other life-threatening disasters.
Portland food
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Car Fire Blocks Four Eastbound Lanes of Bay Bridge

A car towing a small motor home ignited on the lower deck of the Bay Bridge, causing significant traffic delays and blocking several lanes.
San Francisco
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

A charity accepted half a million for Arcadia firefighters. But it wasn't allowed to fundraise

Taiwan donated $510,000 to an unregistered foundation in Arcadia for firefighters, raising compliance and foreign influence concerns.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

L.A. Firefighters Who Fought Blazes Show Elevated Mercury and Lead Levels

Hundreds of firefighters in Los Angeles faced alarming exposure levels to lead and mercury after battling the Palisades and Eaton blazes, raising health concerns.
Los Angeles
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

U.S. 1 and Card Sound Road are open for now. Here's the latest on the brush fire

Florida Forest Service firefighters are focusing on containing a new wildfire in Homestead, which has grown to 26,437 acres but is now 50% contained.
Miami food
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

How a firefighter's quick action saved his friend's life

Eddie Coleman saved Ronald Osborne's life during a house fire, deepening their friendship and leaving a lasting impact on Ronald's family.
San Jose Sharks
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

San Jose firefighters take part in cancer research after initial denial - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose reversed its decision to allow firefighters to join a cancer research program after pressure from lawmakers.
Cancer
fromkffhealthnews.org
2 months ago

Future of cancer coverage for women federal firefighters uncertain under Trump

Firefighters may lose newly granted cancer coverage due to changes in federal policy and webpage information under the Trump administration.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

They were hiking in Big Sur when they heard chanting. Firefighters were marching in

Unexpected encounters can shift the tone of a planned outdoor adventure, revealing the unpredictability of nature and safety.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Ex-Miami-Dade firefighter is charged in son's death during training in Virginia Gardens

Two ex-firefighters face manslaughter charges after a training exercise led to the death of one of their sons.
Brooklyn
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
3 months ago

Three-alarm fire destroys century-old Bushwick church Brooklyn Paper

A century-old church in Bushwick was destroyed by a three-alarm fire, with significant damage and no injuries reported.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

Brooklyn fire at abandoned home leaves person dead

A suspected squatter was found dead in a Brooklyn house following a three-alarm fire, marking the third major incident at this abandoned site.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Chiltern Firehouse blaze 'started in pizza oven' before raging through London hotel

No one was injured during the dramatic overnight incident, but the hotel is expected to be closed for a significant period of time for repairs.
London
fromwww.dailynews.com
3 months ago

CAL FIRE firefighters could become year-round employees, new bill proposes

A newly proposed bipartisan bill aims to employ CAL FIRE firefighters year-round to address staffing shortages and enhance emergency response capabilities in California.
California
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Spain: Explosion at Rheinmetall munitions factory injures 6 DW 01/31/2025

Six people were injured in an explosion at an ammunition factory in Spain, with one in serious condition and others suffering burns and trauma.
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