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www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London

Garden shed destroyed and neighbour's window damaged by fire in Tower Hamlets

London Fire Brigade received multiple calls about a fire incident in a residential area in Tower Hamlets, with no injuries reported. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Victorian home burns in downtown San Jose 2-alarm fire

Firefighters responded to a fast-burning fire at a Victorian home in downtown San Jose.
The structure experienced significant damage, and there were no immediate reports of injuries. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Three people flee flat fire on 11th floor of Abbey Wood block

A fire at an Abbey Wood flat caused three people to evacuate. The fire was controlled quickly and no injuries were reported. [ more ]
www.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 months ago
London

11 taken to hospital with more than 100 evacuated from south west London flat fire

Multiple fire crews and residents were involved in a significant fire incident in South Kensington, resulting in property damage and several rescues.
The fire operations were challenging, requiring a large team to control and prevent further spread, impacting road closures but not rail services. [ more ]
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www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London

'What the hell happened?': Shock after car ploughs into shopfront

A car crashed into a Romford flooring shop, causing significant damage.
No one was seriously injured in the incident, but shock and whiplash were reported. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London

Elderly woman left uninjured after car crashes into her south London living room

The car crashed into a home in Belmont Road, Twickenham, with the elderly woman and driver both uninjured.
The incident sparked viral attention after Jeremy Vine shared images on X (formerly Twitter). [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Shocking photos show car INSIDE south London home after crashing into window

Car crashed into a house in south London, causing substantial damage to the building structure.
Emergency services were called to the scene, and the incident is under investigation by authorities. [ more ]
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BKReader
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Fire Wreaks Two Kensington Homes, Woman Hospitalized For Burn Wounds

Woman seriously injured after fire in Brooklyn
Four-alarm fire spreads to two houses [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

London's Lime bike epidemic: badly parked cycles are a scourge on the capital's streets

The presence of discarded rental e-bikes on London's pavements is becoming a dangerous hazard, especially for individuals with disabilities or visual impairments.
The estimated 30,000 e-bikes that have arrived in London over the past five years have caused injuries and damage to property. [ more ]
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www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

'My daughter woke me screaming': Neighbour recalls horror fire and reveals 'flooding'

E-bike battery failure caused a house fire in Harold Hill, leading to water damage in neighbor's property due to firefighting efforts. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago
London

Sidcup family 'lucky to be alive' as ULEZ camera 'explosion' destroys son's bedroom

A bomb-like explosion occurred outside a house in Willersley Avenue, causing significant damage to the property.
No one was seriously hurt or killed in the explosion, but the family is traumatized and their children's bedroom was destroyed. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Santa Ana winds whip into Southern California, with 70-80 mph gusts recorded

Strong Santa Ana winds hit Southern California, exceeding 70-80 mph in some areas.
High wind warnings are in place across several counties, with gusts up to 75 mph causing property damage and driving hazards. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
Environment

$500,000 Sand Dune to Protect Vacation Homes Washes Away in Three Days

Residents in a Massachusetts vacation community spent half a million dollars on a sand dune to protect their homes, but 14,000 tons of sand was swept away in three days.
Climate change poses real risks with rising sea levels and storms, impacting coastal homes and communities globally. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Silver lining to winter storm damage in California: You can claim a property tax cut

Property owners in California who suffer at least $10,000 in damage to their property's current market value can apply for a reassessment and property tax cut.
The potential relief is available to owners of anything assessed for property tax purposes that was severely damaged, including business equipment, orchards, aircraft, and boats. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Storm pummels L.A. hillsides and canyons: Mud, boulders and a baby grand piano

Strong rain in Southern California caused mudslides and property damage in slide-prone canyons.
A baby grand piano was pushed off its foundation and left on its back on a street in Los Angeles County. [ more ]
Brooklyn Paper
3 months ago
Brooklyn

It's not too late for New Year's resolutions: Lock in affordable building insurance * Brooklyn Paper

Lock in a three-year prepaid policy with Brownstone Agency for savings and better pricing
Property insurance covers damage and system breakdowns, while general liability insurance provides legal defense and coverage for claims [ more ]
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