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58 minutes ago

The C-27 Spartan Goes Civilian, Plus the Fastest Aircraft in the US Army

The C-27J Spartan has long been an important military craft, and now it has earned its first civilian customer: Saudi Aramco. At the 2025 Paris Air Show, the petroleum and natural gas company became the first non-military buyer of the exceptional aircraft. Under Aramco's aviation branch (Mukamalah Aviation), a deal was signed for two Next Generation C-27Js. The purpose of the acquisition involves a wide range of planned missions.
Science
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fromFortune
1 week ago
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Much of Greece, Spain and Portugal is on fire as Southern Europe braces for wildfire season

California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

More Bay Area firefighters answer call to help battle Gifford Fire, other CA wildfires

Local fire agencies from the Bay Area are actively aiding the fight against massive wildfires, particularly the Gifford Fire in Central California.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Colorado wildfires burn more than 120,000 acres as firefighters await better weather

Western Colorado is battling two rapidly growing lightning-caused wildfires consuming over 120,000 acres, including the Lee Fire affecting evacuations and local communities.
fromFortune
1 week ago
Miscellaneous

Much of Greece, Spain and Portugal is on fire as Southern Europe braces for wildfire season

California
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

Berkeley firefighters are helping with massive Gifford Fire

Berkeley firefighters are assisting in fighting California's Gifford Fire, the largest fire of the year affecting over 200 square miles.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Wildfires close Mount Vesuvius trails while fierce blazes continue in France

The wildfire on Mount Vesuvius, close to Naples, broke out a few days ago, stretching to about 3km wide, destroying hundreds of hectares of woodland.
France news
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fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
California

Gifford Fire Grows to 82,600 Acres In Southern California, Threatening Over 800 Structures

fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago
California

Gifford Fire Grows to 82,600 Acres In Southern California, Threatening Over 800 Structures

#california-wildfire
#emergency-services
fromHigh Country News
2 weeks ago

'Help is not on the way' - High Country News

"Every spring, Forest Service fire leaders meet to plan for the upcoming fire season. This year, some employees were shocked by the blunt remarks made during a meeting..."
US politics
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Two more killed amid raging wildfires in Cyprus and Turkey

Wildfires in Cyprus have killed two people and devastated large areas, amid the worst fires the island has seen in over fifty years.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Fire crews scramble to prevent 'disastrous' loss at Grand Canyon National Park

Firefighters are prioritizing the protection of the Roaring Springs pump house amidst the ongoing Dragon Bravo Fire.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Senate Votes to Rescind NPR, PBS Funding

A two-alarm fire occurred in a vacant apartment building in Oakland's Chinatown, controlled by firefighters by 11 PM.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Three wildfires burn in single evening in London

More than two hundred firefighters tackled three separate grass fires in east London on Monday evening. The fires burned eight hectares of grass, shrubland, and trees.
London
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Huge scrap yard blaze tackled by firefighters

Around 150 firefighters controlled a large fire at a scrap yard warehouse in Erith, London, without reported injuries.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Former Melrose firefighter who stole dead teen's identity sentenced to prison

Prosecutors detailed how Truong Nguyen, 50, evaded deportation and accountability for other alleged crimes for the better part of two decades, in part by using the stolen identity.
US politics
#marseille
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Laguna Beach residents rush to evacuate as brush fire threatens homes

Evacuation orders were issued in Laguna Beach after a brush fire ignited in a hilly area of the city Monday afternoon, authorities said. The fire, dubbed the Rancho fire, started around 2:30 p.m. near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive, according to the Laguna Beach Fire Department.
California
#crete
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Video. Explosion at California fireworks site sets off massive fire

The blast occurred near Esparto and Madison, sending thick black smoke into the air and igniting fireworks that triggered spot fires across the area.
California
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In prison, ex-Danville cop enjoyed coveted firefighter role. Now he can use it to dismiss his felony

Andrew Hall, a former sheriff's deputy, is seeking to expunge his assault conviction due to privileges earned while serving on a prison fire crew.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Large grass fire rages in Rainham on hottest day of the year in UK

The fire service responded to a large grass fire covering a hectare of shrubland in Rainham, attended by 60 firefighters in eight fire engines.
Environment
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Small towns in N.J. feeling the crunch of nationwide volunteer firefighter shortage

The national shortage of volunteer firefighters is increasingly impacting small towns in New Jersey.
Many towns are forced to hire paid firefighters due to a declining volunteer base.
#cal-fire
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

CAL FIRE adds 3 new water-drop helicopters in North Bay

CAL FIRE has deployed new helicopters in Napa County to enhance firefighting capabilities during the peak fire season, ready to respond throughout Northern California.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
California

CAL FIRE seasonal training academy begins early due to wet winter, increased fire fuels

CAL FIRE is starting seasonal firefighter training early to address increased fire risks from a wet winter.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

CAL FIRE seasonal training academy begins early due to wet winter, increased fire fuels

CAL FIRE is starting seasonal firefighter training early to address increased fire risks from a wet winter.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Two Separate Large Brush Fires Raging In Contra Costa County, But Evacuation Warnings Lifted

Two significant brush fires in Contra Costa County pose risks but are being managed, with evacuations lifted and containment efforts ongoing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Poison in the water: the town with the world's worst case of forever chemicals contamination

AFFF foam, while effective for firefighting, poses significant environmental risks due to its lasting chemical residues.
Contamination of clean water sources with PFAS raises public health concerns in local communities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Tier 3 brush fire breaks out in East San Jose foothills

Crews are currently battling a tier 3 brush fire in East San Jose, named the Ranch Fire, which was reported around 4 p.m. on Ranch Place.
San Jose Sharks
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Tug reaches flaming ship carrying electric cars near Alaska

A tug is surveying the Morning Midas after a fire forced crew evacuation due to battery risks.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Donal Fallon: Fire chief who saved the Liberties from a tide of flaming whiskey deserves a proper memorial

On his death in 1882, the Freeman's Journal noted: 'Captain Ingram, it is no exaggeration to say, was the guardian, and the reliable guardian, of the lives and property of the citizens of Dublin.'
London politics
SF LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Michele Kaemmerer, first transgender LAFD captain, dies at 80

Michele Kaemmerer, L.A.'s first transgender fire captain, broke barriers despite facing discrimination, embodying resilience and positivity throughout her career.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
3 months ago

Unitree B2 robotic dog gets promoted to a firefighting job with upgraded hardware - Yanko Design

The four-legged Unitree B2 robot offers superior speed, agility, and performance compared to the Boston Dynamics Spot, making it ideal for hazardous emergency situations.
Artificial intelligence
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NTSB finds 'failure' in training before deadly 2023 Newark cargo ship fire

Inadequate training and poor leadership led to tragic outcomes during a marine firefighting incident in Newark.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Family visit fire boat named after Blitz heroine

"During the most difficult times during the war, she was out supplying our fire engine so it could respond to London throughout the war, to make sure that we were able to keep those people safe and respond as much as we can."
London politics
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