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abcnews.go.comworld14 hrs ago
Slow-Moving Storms Forecast to Bring Summer Rainfall Totals Across Parts of Texas
Cnn reported that slow-moving storms could bring heavy rain and flash flooding to eastern, central and southwestern Texas through Thursday. A flood watch covers more than 5 million people, with the highest risk near the Rio Grande Valley.
news.sky.comworld1 day ago
British Woman, 93, Dies in Spain Wildfires, Raising Death Toll to 13
A 93-year-old British pensioner died after suffering burns in wildfires that broke out Thursday in southern Spain. The death brings the confirmed toll to 13, with at least five Britons among the victims.
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Los Angeles Timesworld2 days ago
Missouri Flooding Kills One, Prompts Helicopter Rescue of Over 200 Campers
Heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding across Missouri on Friday, killing one woman and forcing emergency crews to airlift more than 200 children and staff from a summer camp. Officials declared a state of emergency as roads washed out and additional storms threatened neighborin…
world3 days ago
Wildfire in Southern Spain Kills at Least 12 After Power Line Collapse
A wildfire in Andalusia killed at least 12 people and left 23 others missing near the village of Bédar. Emergency crews evacuated 1,000 residents as flames spread through wooded areas during a heatwave.
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thenarwhal.caworld3 days ago
Saskatchewan Grounds Three Turbo Commander Aircraft After Fatal Crash
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency is temporarily grounding three Turbo Commander 690 planes used as bird dog aircraft over wildfires. The decision follows a crash of the same model last month that killed three people responding to a fire near Fort Simpson, N.W.T.
mining.comworld3 days ago
Northern Quebec wildfires prompt road closures near Cree communities
More than 200 wildfires have triggered safety operations and intermittent road closures in several Cree communities in northern Quebec. Two fires remain out of control as crews from three provinces assist local teams.
Engadgettechnology4 days ago
U.S. safety agency directs autonomous vehicle makers to fix interference with first responders
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identified repeated cases of driverless vehicles blocking emergency vehicles. The agency set an end-of-July deadline for manufacturers to present solutions.
The Independentworld4 days ago
U.S. road safety agency contacts self-driving car firms on emergency scenes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration documented multiple cases of autonomous vehicles entering active emergency scenes. The agency plans industry meetings by the end of the month and called the pattern a functional insufficiency.
Nbc Newsworld5 days ago
Midtown Manhattan Building Evacuated After Buckling Beams Found at Construction Site
Construction workers discovered buckling beams Tuesday morning in a 37-story building at 235 E. 42nd Street, prompting officials to evacuate several Midtown blocks and establish a frozen zone. Emergency crews installed temporary shoring and reported the structure had stabilized b…
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The Independentworld5 days ago
22-Year-Old French Volunteer Firefighter Dies Fighting Savoie Wildfire
A 22-year-old volunteer died on duty overnight in Savoie as wildfires burned across southern France and neighboring countries. France and Portugal activated the EU Civil Protection Mechanism over the weekend.
globalnews.caworld5 days ago
Nearly 600 wildfire evacuees from Kasabonika Lake First Nation to return home from Toronto
Charter flights will begin Thursday to bring evacuees back to the remote community. The return is expected to take four to six days.
world6 days ago
Former Pfizer Headquarters in Midtown Continues to Move
The former Pfizer headquarters building in Midtown has continued shifting since emergency responders arrived, officials said Tuesday. The movement has persisted for an unspecified period following the initial response.
jns.orgpolitics6 days ago
New York City Fire Department Evacuates Midtown Construction Site After Partial Collapse
Firefighters responded Tuesday to a high-rise under construction at 235 East 42nd Street after two columns buckled on the 21st floor. Officials evacuated the building and several neighboring structures, including a school with about 400 students. No injuries have been reported.
axios.comsports7 days ago
Wildfires Force Evacuations Across Southern Europe
Fires in Greece, France, Portugal and Spain prompted mass evacuations and the deployment of hundreds of firefighters. Officials restricted access to one stage of the Tour de France cycling race.
abcnews.go.comworld7 days ago
West Virginia declares state of emergency over Parkersburg warehouse fire
A large warehouse fire in Parkersburg prompted West Virginia to declare a state of emergency. Burning plastics are affecting air quality for thousands of residents while crews work to contain the blaze.
world7 days ago
Colorado wildfires destroy hundreds of structures and prompt evacuations
Fast-growing wildfires in Colorado have destroyed hundreds of structures and forced evacuations of entire towns. Officials continue to monitor fire behavior and coordinate response efforts.
news.google.comworld8 days ago
Wildfire Breaks Out Near Thessaloniki, Prompting Evacuations
A fast-moving wildfire ignited Saturday evening near Thessaloniki and spread through brush into the plains. Residents of three northern suburbs were ordered to leave, and a facility housing 157 people with special needs was also evacuated.
nbcnews.comworld8 days agoUpdated
Seaplane Makes Hard Landing in East River, Eight People Rescued
A Kodiak 100 seaplane carrying eight people made a hard landing in New York City's East River near East 23rd Street on Sunday afternoon. FDNY units removed all aboard, with two passengers sustaining minor injuries that required no further treatment.
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The Independentworld8 days agoUpdated
Wildfire prompts evacuations near Greece's second-largest city
A fast-moving wildfire ignited north of Thessaloniki on Saturday evening, leading officials to order residents of three suburbs to leave. Firefighters and volunteers responded while additional blazes burned in nearby areas.
The Independentworld9 days ago
Wildfire near Thessaloniki prompts evacuations of three suburbs
A fast-moving wildfire broke out Saturday evening near Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city. Officials ordered evacuations in three northern suburbs and a facility housing 157 people with special needs.
sbs.com.auworld9 days ago
Firefighters battle wildfires near Costa Brava and in northern Portugal
Hundreds of Spanish firefighters worked to contain an expanding wildfire near Costa Brava on Friday. Portugal requested outside assistance to fight forest fires in its northern region.
news.sky.comworld11 days ago
Wildfire burns 900 hectares in southern France
A wildfire in France's Aude department has burned about 900 hectares. Firefighters and aircraft are fighting the blaze while evacuees shelter in Canet-en-Roussillon.
politics11 days ago
French Prime Minister Visits Marseille as Wildfires Start Two Weeks Early
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu toured a regional crisis center and chaired an interministerial committee on July 2. Officials reported 24 fires in one department the previous day and ongoing blazes threatening homes and campgrounds.
Yonhapworld12 days ago
Government to Review Drone Rules for Wildfire Response
Officials will examine changes to current drone regulations that limit the use of large unmanned aircraft in fighting wildfires. The review is one of three regulatory sandbox projects selected for the first half of the year.
world11 days agoUpdated
Fire kills at least five at Antwerp apartment block
A fire broke out on the eighth floor of a 10-storey apartment building in Antwerp's Linkeroever district. At least five people died and several others were injured; more than 200 residents were evacuated.
espn.comworld13 days ago
Woman Meets Georgia First Responders Who Saved Her After Lightning Strike
A woman met the emergency personnel who treated her after she was struck by lightning outside a church in Georgia. The reunion occurred after her recovery from the incident.
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winnipegfreepress.comscience14 days ago
Over 100 Wildfires Burning Across Quebec, 19 in South and 88 in North
More than 100 wildfires are active in Quebec as of Monday afternoon, with 88 in the northern zone. An orange air quality warning covers parts of the north, and the access road to Chisasibi remains closed.
news.sky.comworld13 days agoUpdated
Three Firefighters Die, Two Injured in Colorado Wildfire; Crew Had Deployed Shelters
Three members of a Helitack crew died Saturday west of Grand Junction, Colorado, while using fire shelters during a wildfire that has burned 44 square miles. Two other crew members were injured in the incident.
citynews1130.comworld14 days ago
Rescue Team Pulls 21-Year-Old From Venezuela Wreckage After 106 Hours
Emergency crews extracted a 21-year-old survivor from collapsed structure debris in Venezuela. The individual had been trapped for 106 hours before being freed.
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nbcnews.comworld14 days ago
Flash Flooding Kills Five Across Kentucky and Tennessee
Heavy rain triggered flash flooding that killed four people in Kentucky and one in Tennessee over the weekend. Officials issued emergency declarations and conducted multiple water rescues as rainfall totals exceeded 10 inches in some areas.
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nbcnews.comworld15 days ago
Flash floods kill five across Kentucky and Tennessee
Heavy rain triggered flash flooding that killed four people in Kentucky and one woman in Tennessee while she tried to rescue her son. Officials declared states of emergency in multiple counties and issued additional flood warnings.
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news.sky.comworld14 days agoUpdated
Three Firefighters Die Fighting Wildfires Near Colorado-Utah Border
Three firefighters died and two others sustained burn injuries Saturday while responding to wildfires near the Colorado-Utah border. The blazes, started by lightning, have burned tens of thousands of acres and prompted evacuations and air quality alerts.
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New York Postworld16 days ago
Flash Flood Emergencies Issued Across Kentucky and Ohio Valley
Multiple Flash Flood Emergencies were declared Saturday as torrential rain caused widespread flooding, water rescues and at least one fatality in Kentucky. Officials issued evacuations and states of emergency in several counties while rainfall totals reached 3 to 5 inches across…
The Boston Globeworld16 days ago
Largest U.S. wildfire grows to 144 square miles in Utah
The Cottonwood Fire has burned more than 144 square miles in Utah and damaged a ski resort. Officials have ordered evacuations and closed roads while crews fight the blaze under red-flag conditions.
New York Postworld16 days ago
Kentucky flooding kills at least one, prompts state emergency declaration
Widespread flooding across Kentucky on Saturday has killed at least one motorist and prompted the governor to declare a state of emergency. Search and rescue teams are responding while additional rainfall is forecast.
india.comworld16 days ago
Newborn Delivered on Street After Venezuela Quakes
A baby boy was born beside a collapsed building in La Guaira after two earthquakes struck Venezuela's northern coast. The delivery occurred in darkness while rescue efforts continued in the affected area.
Abc Newsworld17 days ago
Utah wildfire reaches 112 square miles
The Cottonwood Fire expanded rapidly in southern Utah under extreme weather conditions. Officials declared an emergency and restricted fireworks while air operations were suspended.
indiatoday.intoday.inworld18 days ago
Two Earthquakes Strike Venezuela, Killing Dozens and Injuring Over 700
Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela's coast on Wednesday evening, killing dozens and injuring more than 700 people. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez declared a state of emergency and said rescue operations were underway.
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uctoday.comworld18 days agoUpdated
Twin Earthquakes Kill 32 and Injure 700 in Central Venezuela
Two magnitude-7 earthquakes struck central Venezuela on Wednesday evening, killing at least 32 people and injuring 700. Dozens of buildings collapsed near Caracas, prompting officials to declare a state of emergency.
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Al Jazeeraworld18 days agoUpdated
Earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 Strike Venezuela, Killing at Least 32 and Prompting International Aid
Twin quakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 hit near the coastal town of Moron on Wednesday. At least 32 people died and more than 700 were injured, with widespread infrastructure damage reported.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldworld19 days ago
Bird flu reaches South Australia as inflation slows and Sydney fire contained
Lethal bird flu has spread to South Australia. New data show the inflation rate slowing, while a storage-facility fire in Sydney was brought under control.
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thehindu.comworld23 days ago
Two passenger trains collide near Bedford, killing driver and injuring 89
Two East Midlands Railway trains collided south of the Elstow interchange on Friday evening. One driver died and 89 passengers and crew were injured, prompting a major incident declaration.
New York Postworld27 days ago
Delta Flight Lands at JFK After FDNY Responds to Flat Tire Reports
A Delta Air Lines flight from San Juan landed safely at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport on Tuesday following reports of landing gear issues that prompted a large FDNY response.
The Independentscience32 days ago
Puerto Rico Water Shortages Prompt National Guard Deployment
Thousands of residents in San Juan and other cities face prolonged water outages. Officials activated the National Guard to distribute water while a lawsuit seeks to address infrastructure failures.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics32 days ago
Arlington Fire Hazardous Materials Team Assists Pentagon Officials
The Arlington, Virginia, Fire Department's Hazardous Materials Team responded to the Pentagon to assist officials, the department stated on X.
en.globes.co.ilworld36 days ago
Ben-Gurion Airport Remains Open After Iran Missile Attacks
Israeli authorities plan to limit daily passengers at Ben-Gurion Airport to between 2,500 and 5,000 while the facility remains open. Haifa Airport continues normal operations. The Tourism Ministry opened an emergency center to coordinate hotel housing for residents displaced by s…
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thehindu.compolitics41 days ago
Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine Overnight, Emergency Teams Respond
More than 500 emergency responders are working at sites across Ukraine after a large-scale Russian missile attack. Ukrainian officials said the strikes underscore the need for stronger missile defenses.
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usatoday.comworld45 days ago
Rollercoaster Malfunctions at Galveston Pleasure Pier, Stranding Riders
Firefighters responded to a rollercoaster malfunction at Pleasure Pier amusement park in Galveston, Texas. Riders remained in a car 30.4 metres above the ground until crews completed the rescue. No injuries were reported.
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abcnews.go.compolitics45 days agoUpdated
Gas Leak Causes Explosion at Dallas Apartment, Injuring at Least Four
Dallas officials reported at least four injuries after an explosion at a downtown apartment building. Fire crews responded to a gas leak call shortly before the blast, and nearly 100 firefighters remain on scene.
abcnews.go.comworld46 days ago
Dallas Apartment Fire Leaves Fatalities After Gas Line Damage
An explosion and five-alarm fire struck a Dallas apartment complex on May 28, 2026. Authorities have shifted operations from rescue to recovery and continue to search for missing residents.
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abcnews.go.comworld46 days ago
Dallas Apartment Fire Prompts Search for Victims After Reported Gas Leak
Emergency crews responded to a large fire at a Dallas apartment complex on Thursday after a gas leak was reported. Officials said the cause remains under investigation and searches for victims are ongoing.
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The Independentworld46 days ago
Police Evacuate Residents From Homes on Stanstead Road in Catford
Emergency services responded to an incident on Stanstead Road in south London after 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Residents within an inner cordon were moved to a nearby center and remained out of their homes for about 11 hours.
BBC Newsworld47 days ago
London Fire Brigade Responds to Golders Green Supermarket Fire
Around 100 firefighters are tackling a blaze at a supermarket below a block of flats in north-west London. London Fire Brigade received 56 calls shortly after 06:45 BST on Wednesday.
BBC Newsworld47 days ago
Fire Breaks Out at Largest Kosher Supermarket in Golders Green
Around 100 firefighters responded to a blaze at a supermarket below a block of flats on Golders Green Road. London Fire Brigade received 56 calls after the fire began shortly after 06:45 BST.
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rte.iescience48 days ago
California lifts evacuation orders for thousands near damaged chemical tank
State officials lifted evacuation orders for thousands of residents living near a damaged chemical tank in California on May 26, 2026. Tens of thousands of other residents remain under evacuation orders and have not been allowed to return home.
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Officials Lift Evacuation Orders for Some Near Damaged California Chemical Tank
Emergency crews in Garden Grove lifted evacuation orders Monday for about 34,000 residents after temperatures inside a leaking methyl methacrylate tank fell enough to remove the risk of a large explosion. A smaller blast or fire remains possible, and roughly 16,000 people are sti…
upi.compolitics49 days ago
Trump Approves Federal Emergency Declaration for Orange County Chemical Leak
President Trump approved a federal emergency declaration for Orange County after a chemical leak at a Garden Grove aerospace facility prompted evacuations of nearly 50,000 residents. California crews completed an overnight operation Monday that eliminated the threat of a large ex…
The Bbcworld49 days ago
Grass fire breaks out near Arthur's Seat in Edinburgh
A large grass fire started near the ruins of St Anthony's Chapel in Holyrood Park. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service responded at about 18:50 while police closed a nearby path.
The Bbcscience49 days agoUpdated
Orange County Officials Say Chemical Tank Explosion Threat Eliminated
Fire officials confirmed a crack in a pressurized tank of methyl methacrylate at a Garden Grove aerospace plant reduced internal pressure and lowered temperature. Evacuation orders for roughly 50,000 residents remain in effect while crews continue monitoring.
world49 days ago
Evacuation Orders Issued for 50,000 Orange County Residents After Chemical Leak
Authorities ordered nearly 50,000 residents in Orange County, California, to leave their homes after a chemical leak was reported from a tank at GKN Aerospace. Residents described uncertainty about the duration of the evacuation.