Simonas Kairys. Sixteen Ways to Dismiss the Head of the LRT – and the Bonfires Will Blaze Again
Simonas Kairys critiques a proposed amendment to the LRT law aimed at increasing oversight and accountability, warning of potential misuse of power.
A large fire broke out in Vilnius: a hanger is burning with open flames, substantial firefighting forces are concentrated
A significant fire ignited at a hangar in Vilnius, with extensive firefighting resources deployed to control the blaze.
Barn in Bærum on fire: – Have no control
A barn in Bærum caught fire, and firefighters are currently unable to control the blaze according to local police.
Car and a rag burned in Tartu
A car caught fire while driving on Siili Street in Tartu, Estonia, but the driver was unharmed and firefighters extinguished the blaze in about half an hour.
Son with special needs saved mother from fire, father died in blaze
A 20-year-old son with special needs rescued his mother from a fire in Pärnu, Estonia, while his father perished in the incident.
Fire Hazard in Klaipėda Before Midnight: Apartment Blaze
A fire broke out in an apartment in Klaipėda just before midnight, prompting a quick response from firefighters who rescued a conscious woman.
Coventry city centre fire: Smoke fills warehouse as firefighters tackle blaze
A large warehouse fire in Coventry city centre has prompted a major response from firefighters, with the cause of the blaze still unknown.
Firebug busted with homemade Molotov cocktails after 36-hour blaze-setting streak: police
A Texas woman was arrested for testing homemade Molotov cocktails after a series of fires were reported in Commerce, Texas.
Thessaloniki: Fire at the former Kodra barracks partially under control
A fire has been partially controlled in an abandoned building at the former Kodra barracks in Kalamaria, with 23 firefighters deploying 10 vehicles to tackle the blaze.
London church fire: Full scale of Southall inferno as roof engulfed in flames
A significant fire has broken out at a church in Southall, London, causing extensive damage to multiple levels as firefighters work to control the blaze.
London church fire LIVE as 70 firefighters battle huge blaze at chapel
A large fire at a church in Southall, London, has prompted a significant firefighting response involving 70 firefighters and multiple fire engines.
VIDEO: Fire hits company in the Tarumã neighborhood, in Manaus
A fire broke out at a company in the Tarumã neighborhood of Manaus, Brazil, early on Sunday morning; firefighters successfully controlled the blaze, which damaged a truck but resulted in no injuries.
Two people died in a house fire in Salo
Two elderly individuals perished in a house fire in Salo, Finland, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the blaze.
Smoke Seen at the Airport Area
A minor scrub fire at Reykjavik Airport triggered smoke sightings, with firefighters responding swiftly to extinguish the blaze.
A car caught fire in the parking garage of the Eedeni shopping center in Tartu
On Saturday afternoon, a car caught fire in the parking garage of the Eedeni shopping center in Tartu, Estonia, and firefighters are investigating the cause of the blaze.
Fire breaks out in chemical truck on Sambhal Highway causing panic
A chemical truck caught fire on the Sambhal Moradabad Highway, leading to widespread panic as the blaze intensified.
How a fire-smart and water-rich succulent garden could help save your home
Researchers are exploring the role of succulents in protecting homes from bushfires, as demonstrated by a homeowner whose garden diverted an approaching blaze.
Car with ammunition burns in Grimstad – police secure the scene
A car containing ammunition caught fire in Grimstad, Norway, leading to police securing the area while fire services extinguished the blaze; thankfully, no injuries from gunfire occurred despite the presence of a weapon in the vehicle.
Edmonton firefighters battle blaze in abandoned hotel
Firefighters in Edmonton battled a significant blaze at the abandoned Jasper Place Hotel early Thursday morning, prompting police closures in the area.
Wood Processing Factory Fire in Parkano - Major Fire Spread Widely
A large fire has broken out at the Aureskoski wood processing factory in Parkano, Finland, with firefighting efforts underway as the blaze spreads.
Fire threat eases but central Victorian blaze still out of control
A bushfire in central Victoria near Trawool remains uncontrolled, though improving weather conditions have aided firefighters.
People evacuated from a burning four-story building in Kaišiadorys; there may be more inside
A fire broke out in a four-story building in Kaišiadorys, prompting the evacuation of several individuals, with fire crews working to extinguish the blaze.
A trailer carrying hundreds of pigs caught fire in Kauhajoki - traffic blocked on Kauhajärventie
A trailer transporting about 325 pigs caught fire in Kauhajoki, leading to a traffic blockage, with firefighters managing to contain the blaze just in time.
Suspected Arson – One Arrested
A person has been arrested in Kista, Sweden, on suspicion of serious arson as firefighters battle a significant blaze in a multi-family building.
Battersea fire LIVE: 60 firefighters tackling massive blaze causing traffic chaos
A large fire in Battersea, London, is being fought by 60 firefighters, leading to significant travel disruptions in the area.
Cinema fire LIVE as 15 fire engines tackle massive blaze at abandoned Odeon theatre
A major fire is currently raging at the abandoned Odeon cinema in Canterbury, prompting a large-scale response from local firefighters.
Massive blaze rips through former cinema as locals told 'keep windows and doors closed'
A significant fire erupted at the former Odeon cinema in Canterbury, prompting local residents to keep their windows and doors closed due to smoke and leading to road closures in the area.
VIDEO: Garlic company engulfed in flames in the district of Guarda dos Ferreiros
A fire broke out at a garlic company in Guarda dos Ferreiros, Brazil, prompting a response from firefighters who worked for about three hours to control the blaze without any injuries reported.
Guests evacuated as firefighters tackle major blaze at hotel
Firefighters successfully extinguished a fire at the Mercure hotel in Haydock, leading to the evacuation of all guests and staff without any injuries reported.
Huge blaze rips through church as fire crews race to the scene
A significant fire broke out in a derelict church in Camelon, Falkirk, prompting an urgent response from emergency services.
Residential fire in Nittedal
Emergency services responded to a residential fire in Nittedal, which escalated to a full blaze, but poses no risk of spreading to nearby buildings.
'I don't even know how many hours I've been here; we haven't stopped working': the exhausting fight of firefighters after two days of fire at Multicomercio
'Firefighters have been battling a significant blaze at the Multicomercio complex in Guayaquil, Ecuador, for over 48 hours, demonstrating relentless dedication amid challenging conditions.'
Fire in abandoned cabin near Elliðavatn
Firefighters responded to a blaze in an abandoned cabin at Elliðavatn early in the morning.
A fire in Anykščiai district claimed a man's life
A fire in the Anykščiai district resulted in the death of a man, who was found dead after the blaze was extinguished.
Fire in a war veteran's house – conditions difficult
A wooden war veteran's house caught fire in Luumäki, with firefighters facing challenging conditions while combating the blaze.
Four Metrovía stops disabled in the area of the Multicomercio fire
The Metrovía system in Guayaquil has temporarily disabled four stops near the Multicomercio fire site as firefighters continue to combat the blaze.
Large operation in Lower Bavaria: Fire broke out in guesthouse – guests taken to retirement home
A fire broke out in a guesthouse in Mengkofen, Lower Bavaria, with guests temporarily relocated to a nearby retirement home as firefighters worked to control the blaze.
Citizens go to the fire zone in Bahía de Guayaquil to deliver food and drinks to the firefighters
Residents in Guayaquil are actively providing food and beverages to firefighters battling a significant blaze at the Multicomercio building.
House caught fire in Troms - two people evacuated by a passerby
A house in Kongsvik, Troms, caught fire, with two individuals evacuated by a passerby who noticed the blaze.
Fire engulfs building in Gombe
A fire outbreak in Gombe, Nigeria, has destroyed a building at Kagarawal Quarters, causing damages worth ₦10 million, but firefighters successfully contained the blaze before it spread further.
Warehouse Catches Fire and Mobilizes Nine Fire Trucks in Praia Grande
A fire broke out in a warehouse in Praia Grande, São Paulo, mobilizing nine fire trucks and 25 firefighters to combat the blaze.
M62 Manchester fire LIVE as lorry blaze sees traffic halted during rush hour
A fire involving a lorry on the M62 motorway has caused significant traffic delays during rush hour, with emergency services on the scene.
M18 lorry fire LIVE as key link road to M1 to be shut for several hours after blaze
A lorry fire has shut a key link road from the M18 to the M1 in the UK, causing significant delays as recovery efforts are complicated and expected to last into rush hour.
Edinburgh bus fire LIVE: Blaze rages in city as pedestrians 'get out of there'
A bus caught fire on South Clerk Street in Edinburgh, prompting an emergency response from fire crews amid concerns for casualties.
A baby stroller was set on fire in Klaipėda
A fire in Klaipėda resulted from a deliberately set blaze in a baby stroller located in the stairwell of an apartment building, causing damage amounting to 200 euros.
Altrincham fire LIVE: Huge blaze rips through area as black smoke seen for miles
A massive fire broke out in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, prompting local authorities to advise residents to avoid the area due to thick smoke.
Winter is not a barrier to wildfires – how weather affects Norway's extensive wildfire
Dry weather and snowless terrain are creating favorable conditions for wildfires in Norway, with a significant blaze already prompting evacuations.
Crans-Montana, the memorial for the victims is on fire: what happened
A fire broke out at the memorial in Crans-Montana dedicated to victims of a previous blaze, prompting questions about whether it was accidental or arson.
Strong Winds Cause Forest Fire to Spread for Second Day in Gyeongju... 'National Fire Mobilization Order No. 1' Issued
A forest fire in Gyeongju, South Korea has spread for a second day due to strong winds, prompting the issuance of a national fire mobilization order to combat the blaze.
Fire in Egersund – getting control
Firefighters in Egersund are gaining control of a blaze that has severely damaged a single-family home and necessitated the evacuation of nearby residences.