Large fire in a smokehouse in Kaunas District - 7 fire brigades are extinguishing the flames
A significant fire broke out in a smokehouse building in the Kaunas District, with seven fire brigades responding to extinguish the flames.
Pedestrian in serious condition after being struck by falling woman
A pedestrian in Melbourne is hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a woman who fell from a building above him.
Man arrested after crashing car into public building and hitting vehicles is released after paying bail in RR
Fernando Gomes Leite, arrested for crashing his truck into a public structure and hitting parked vehicles, was released on bail in Boa Vista, Brazil.
Crime Scene 'Torch': 'No Danger from High-Rise Buildings'
The latest episode of the German series 'Tatort' addresses a fictional fire disaster in a high-rise building in Frankfurt, prompting concerns among real residents about safety perceptions.
[Exclusive] โFlames Discovered from the Ceiling, Engulfed in Fire in Less than a Secondโ
A fire that claimed 14 lives at a Daejeon manufacturing facility was reported to have started with sparks from the ceiling, rapidly engulfing the building.
Gas explosion in Istanbul โ two buildings destroyed
A gas explosion in central Istanbul has resulted in the collapse of two buildings, leading to a swift rescue operation.
The left still silent. But one went to visit Cospito
The leaders of the Italian left have remained silent on the recent deaths of two anarchists linked to activist Alfredo Cospito, discovered in a collapsed building after attempting to test an explosive device.
Grease, Open Structure, and Blocked Escape Routes: Did the Daejeon Factory Fire Turn into a Disaster?
A fire at a car parts manufacturing plant in Daejeon caused 74 casualties, prompting experts to examine the factors that escalated it into a disaster, such as the building's structure and lack of escape routes.
Building collapsed in Istanbul โ Anxiety for those trapped
A building collapsed in the Fatih district of Istanbul, raising concerns and prompting rescue efforts amidst uncertainty about potential victims.
Fire in an apartment building in the Cheb region. 25 people were evacuated
A fire in an apartment building in the Cheb region led to the evacuation of 25 residents.
Police officer filmed kicking woman's face in building in coastal SP; VIDEO
A police officer in Sรฃo Vicente, Sรฃo Paulo, was filmed kicking a woman's face, raising concerns over police conduct.
TRAGEDY: At least 11 workers trapped in fire at South Korean car factory
A fire at a South Korean auto parts factory has resulted in at least 11 fatalities and dozens of injuries, as rescue teams conduct searches in the ruins of the building.
Daejeon Factory Fire, 'Illegal Facilities' Built by Dividing Floors Contributed to the Disaster
The recent fire at a Daejeon factory, which resulted in multiple casualties, was exacerbated by the presence of illegal facilities not included in the original building design.
Horrifying fire at a South Korean car factory: 11 people dead, several injured
A devastating fire at a car factory in South Korea has led to the death of 11 people and injuries to many others, with emergency rescue efforts hampered by the risk of building collapse.
'A little more relief', says woman after ex-husband's arrest who invaded building and shot more than 20 times at apartment door
Viviane Brasileiro expressed relief following the arrest of her ex-husband, who violently invaded her residence and attempted to kill her.
Man arrested after crashing car into public building and hitting three parked vehicles
A 32-year-old man was arrested after crashing his car into a public building in Boa Vista, Brazil, injuring four passengers.
Fire in Daejeon Factory Contained, But Risk of Collapse Remains... 14 People Still Missing
A fire at a car parts manufacturing plant in Daejeon has been contained, but 14 employees remain uncontacted and the building risks collapsing.
The House Designed to Give Way in an Explosion
A building in Reykjavik was designed to collapse safely during an explosion, and it sustained damage in a recent blast that injured three people.
"Crime Scene" from Frankfurt: Insulation Leads to Hell
A new episode of the German crime series "Tatort" highlights the dire consequences of improper building insulation, drawing parallels to real-life fire disasters.
One seriously injured out of sixteen who were inside the house
One person is seriously injured after a notable explosion in a building where sixteen individuals were present.
Teen labourer fell six floors to his death at London building site - firm now fined ยฃ42k
A 19-year-old laborer died after falling six floors down a ventilation shaft at a London construction site, leading to a ยฃ42,000 fine for the responsible company.
Pรคhkinรคrinne fire accident report released: This is why firefighting was not done
The report on the Pรคhkinรคrinne fire, which claimed five lives, reveals that initial firefighting efforts were not made due to the absence of functioning individuals in the building.
MTV: No initial firefighting was done in the fire in Pรคhkinรคrinne, Vantaa
A fire in an apartment building in Pรคhkinรคrinne, Vantaa resulted in five fatalities, with reports indicating that no initial firefighting efforts were made due to the absence of capable individuals in the building.
Two children die trying to escape a fire in a building in Recife
A fire in an apartment in the west zone of Recife resulted in the tragic deaths of two children, aged 9 and 11, while attempting to escape.
In Ostrava, the roof of a panel building caught fire, rescuers treated three people
A roof fire in a panel building in Ostrava resulted in three people receiving medical treatment.
Kenya: Workers Trapped As 22-Storey Building Partially Collapses in Westlands
Emergency rescue teams are working to save workers trapped in a partially collapsed 22-storey building in Nairobi's Westlands area.
Owners of neglected Vancouver SRO given chance to save it, despite โrisk of collapseโ
The owners of a neglected building in Vancouver have been given an extension to stabilize the property, which was previously deemed unsafe by city engineers.
A person died in an apartment fire on the eighth floor of a building in Novรก Paka
An apartment fire in Novรก Paka resulted in the death of one person.
Nine members of a single family, including three children, died in a fire in a five-storey building in Delhi.
A tragic fire in a five-storey building in Palam, Delhi, resulted in the deaths of nine family members, including three children, and left three others seriously injured.
A woman in Vilnius discovered a suspicious object near an apartment building that prompted a response from all services, even requiring the 'Aro' unit
A woman in Vilnius alerted authorities after discovering a suspicious object resembling an explosive near a waste container, prompting a significant emergency response.
Fire in Klaipฤda apartment building: ceiling heated to 140 degrees, dead woman found
A tragic fire in a Klaipฤda apartment resulted in the death of a 84-year-old woman, with the ceiling heating up to 140 degrees Celsius before firefighters arrived.
Rate of building collapse unacceptable
A recent incident in Lagos highlights the alarming rate of building collapses in Nigeria, prompting urgent calls for investigation and reform.
Woman throws appliances and objects from a building in downtown Guayaquil
A woman caused alarm in downtown Guayaquil by throwing appliances and various belongings from a building window.
Severe fire in a multi-family residence in Fรฆrder
A challenging fire at a multi-family residence in Fรฆrder has resulted in over 11 residents being accounted for, with fire officials noting difficulties in extinguishing the flames.
Deadly building collapse in Nairobi after demolition goes wrong
A building collapse during a controlled demolition in Nairobi has resulted in at least four fatalities and multiple injuries, raising concerns about safety protocols in such operations.
Kenya: Nairobi building collapse kills at least two and injures several others
A building collapse in Nairobi's Shauri Moyo area has resulted in at least two fatalities and several injuries, highlighting ongoing issues with urban safety.
Infant fell from the third floor of a building
An infant has fallen from the third floor of a building in Agder, Norway, and is reportedly conscious, though the extent of injuries is unknown.
Araรบjo Simรฃo: 32 Years Building Safety and Opportunities in Taubatรฉ
Araรบjo Simรฃo has been a significant player in the real estate market of Taubatรฉ, Brazil, for 32 years, earning a strong reputation for quality and reliability in housing development.
Firefighters Quickly Tamed a Fire in an Apartment Building in Olomouc
Firefighters managed to quickly extinguish a fire that broke out in an apartment building in Olomouc.
Fire broke out in an apartment building in รlfarsรกrdal
A fire ignited in an apartment building in รlfarsรกrdal, Reykjavรญk, but no injuries were reported as residents evacuated safely.
Wildfires are keeping rescuers busy
Firefighters in Estonia have responded to over 20 wildfires since Friday, primarily caused by campfires, resulting in one building being destroyed and one person hospitalized.
"We want to return to our homes": the embrace of the neighbors of Parque Patricios around the building that collapsed
Residents of Parque Patricios participated in a symbolic embrace of the collapsed building, demanding answers about when they can return home.
Fire in Sogong-dong Building in Seoulโฆ Some Roads Under Control
A fire broke out in a building in Sogong-dong, Seoul, leading to fire control efforts and road closures in the area.
Lagos orders registration, certification of elevators by March 31
The Lagos State Government requires all building owners to register and certify their elevators by March 31, 2026, to enhance public safety amid rising high-rise developments.
Glasgow Central station closed until at least next week as demolition continues
Glasgow Central station remains closed due to ongoing demolition work on a fire-damaged building next door, with safety concerns leading to the shutdown until at least Wednesday.
The Neighbors of the Collapse in Parque Patricios and Another Weekend Away from Home: The Situation in Hotels and Progress on the Work
Residents of Parque Patricios affected by a recent building collapse are spending another weekend away from home as recovery and safety efforts continue.
These are the protocols and belongings that can be recovered from Multicomercio: 'We have asked the staff to only take out computers and documentation'
Recovery efforts for belongings at the Multicomercio building in Guayaquil are being conducted under specific protocols to ensure safety following a fire incident.
Report of a fire in Horten
Emergency services are responding to a report of a fire in a residential building in Horten, Norway.
Clear signal for a new police building in central Gothenburg
Gothenburg plans a new police building alongside student housing, offices, and new facilities for Ullevi Tennis with goals to densify the area and enhance urban safety.
New Law Implemented for Building Safety in Dubai
Dubai has implemented a new building law aimed at enhancing the safety and quality of its buildings, imposing significant fines for negligence.