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The Independentworld7 days ago
Demonstrators march on ninth anniversary of Grenfell Tower fire
About 1,500 people walked in silence through west London on Sunday evening to mark nine years since the fire. Marchers embraced firefighters and carried signs calling for criminal charges. A memorial service was also held earlier that day.
world23 days ago
Ottawa Councillors Seek Ontario Fire Code Changes for Lithium-Ion Battery Storage
Ottawa city councillors have asked the province to strengthen fire code rules for indoor charging and storage of e-bikes and other lithium-ion battery devices. The request follows 54 battery-related fires responded to by Ottawa Fire Services since 2024.
nbcnews.comworld24 days ago
Kenya Officials Identify Seven of 16 Victims in Utumishi Girls Academy Fire
Investigators in Nakuru County have confirmed seven of the 16 students killed in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. The remaining victims will be identified through DNA testing.
New York Postpolitics25 days ago
Former FDNY commissioner shares fire safety advice and equipment details
A former FDNY commissioner discussed changes in fire behavior and offered safety recommendations during an interview. The discussion covered equipment on fire trucks and building evacuation procedures.
reason.comworld29 days ago
One dead, over 30 injured in Staten Island shipyard explosion and fire
A civilian died and at least 34 others were injured Friday when a fire and explosion struck a Staten Island shipyard. Most of the wounded were firefighters and emergency workers responding to the incident.
mlbtraderumors.comworld33 days ago
Six-Year-Old Twins Injured in Bronx Fire Have Died
The father of six-year-old twins injured in a May 11 Bronx fire said the children died this week. Their one-year-old brother also died in the fire, and the family is seeking extended hotel shelter.
info.gov.hkworld55 days ago
Hong Kong Inquiry Reveals Outdated Guidelines Hindered Fire Risk Detection in Tai Po Blaze
A public inquiry in Hong Kong heard that government surveyors did not identify fire risks at a Tai Po housing complex due to outdated inspection guidelines. The guidelines did not mandate in-person checks of renovation works, potentially allowing illegal alterations to go unnotic…