Car fire in Bærum has spread to buildings
A car fire in Bærum, Norway, has spread to nearby buildings, prompting an emergency response from the fire department and police to contain the blaze.
Fire hits two houses and a store's warehouse in São Luís; no one was injured
A fire in São Luís affected two homes and a warehouse of a home goods store on Saturday, with no injuries reported.
Sloth is caught climbing a motorcycle in the interior of Amazonas; VIDEO
A sloth was seen walking along the sidewalk and climbing onto a motorcycle in Manacapuru, Amazonas, prompting local residents to contact the fire department for a rescue.
SC Police Department receives an armored vehicle that can travel on water and withstand rifle fire; VIDEO
The Brazilian Army is donating an 11-ton amphibious armored vehicle to the Military Police of Joinville, Santa Catarina for tactical operations.
Dem governor under fire after illegal alien allegedly stabs woman to death at bus stop: 'Heinous'
Virginia's Democratic Governor Abigail Spanberger faces criticism from the Department of Homeland Security after an illegal immigrant allegedly stabbed a woman to death at a bus stop.
Fire now in an apartment in Peristeri
A fire broke out in an apartment in Peristeri this Friday afternoon, prompting a strong response from the fire department.
Avs and 5 Stars now also attack Mogol. Piantedosi: 'Instrumental polemic'
The use of a Fire Department helicopter to transport famous Italian lyricist Mogol has sparked a heated public backlash and accusations of misusing public resources.
Night in the Airplane: Fire Department Should Have Been 'Alerted'
Hundreds of passengers were stranded in Munich for hours, with the airport and Lufthansa facing consequences for failing to alert the fire department.
Flight Disaster in Munich: Fire Department Should Have Been 'Alerted'
A fire department head claims that fire crews were nearby during a significant passenger delay at Munich Airport but were not called to assist, leading to passenger frustrations.
Coroner hears of string of maintenance failures before 3-year-old's house fire death
The inquest into the death of three-year-old Mitchell Thomas reveals significant maintenance failures in public housing that contributed to a tragic house fire in Alice Springs.
Review of the organizational chart before a decision on the fire chief is made
The organizational structure of the South Iceland Fire Department will be reviewed prior to the appointment of a new deputy chief following the departure of the previous official.
Hong Kong 'burns in flames': Fire in 8 towers leaves at least 13 dead and 15 injured (VIDEO)
A massive fire engulfed a complex of eight towers in Hong Kong, resulting in at least 13 fatalities and 15 injuries, as reported by officials from the police and fire department.
Hundreds of Passengers Stranded: After Snow Chaos at Munich Airport, Strong Criticism from the Fire Department
Following severe snow-related disruptions at Munich Airport, criticism has emerged from the fire department concerning the lack of response to stranded passengers.
Fire hits container truck in Guarujá; VIDEO
A container truck caught fire Wednesday night in Guarujá, São Paulo, with no reported injuries.
Chimney Fire in Elva Municipality
A chimney fire was reported in the Elva municipality of Estonia, prompting a response from the fire department.
Pilot who survived plane crash in Formosa was rescued by a resident, says Fire Department
A pilot survived a small plane crash shortly after takeoff in Formosa, Brazil, and was rescued by a local resident before the aircraft exploded.
VIDEO: alligator found in front of a house in a city in the interior of SP
An alligator was found in front of a house in Mira Estrela, São Paulo, prompting the local fire department and civil defense to capture it and return it to a natural habitat.
Concerns about fire safety in overcrowded emergency department
Concerns have been raised regarding fire safety measures in an overcrowded emergency department.
Fire Department: Reception of 5 modern speedboats – Their technical characteristics
The Fire Department of Greece has acquired five modern RAFNAR FIFI 45 speedboats, enhancing its capabilities in marine firefighting and rescue operations.
Idaho woman accused of attempting to set fire to DHS building with stolen ambulance
An Idaho woman was arrested for allegedly stealing an ambulance and trying to set fire to a Department of Homeland Security building.
Large boa constrictor rescued from sewage system in MT
A large boa constrictor was rescued from a sewage treatment station in Primavera do Leste, Brazil, by firefighters who advised the public to seek professional help in such situations.
The Fire Chief of Crans: "I don't know anything about foams"
The chief of the fire department in Crans Montana, David Vocat, claims ignorance regarding acoustic foam safety amid an interrogation about a tragic fire incident.
Important Message Due to Imminent Flood: Warning for Travelers to Other Countries
Lithuania's fire and rescue department emphasizes the importance of preparedness and public awareness in light of the impending flood conditions affecting neighboring countries.
Fire hits shopping gallery in Paulista; VIDEO
A fire broke out at a shopping gallery in Paulista, Brazil, prompting the local fire department to respond and extinguish the flames.
A fire department considered smoldering heat in the ash of the volcano
A local Icelandic fire department is monitoring the smoldering heat in the ash from the ongoing volcanic activity.
Too Little Nachwuchs: No Fire Protection Without Volunteers
In the small district of Watzhahn in Taunusstein, the local fire department faces the risk of becoming mandatory due to a lack of volunteers.
Five Hours of Rescue after Being Trapped in Skytree Elevator
On the night of the 22nd, twenty people became trapped in an elevator at Tokyo Skytree, leading to a rescue operation that lasted over five hours.
Grass Fire at Elliðavatn
A grass fire broke out at Elliðavatn in Reykjavík, marking the fifth call for fire services due to similar fires in the region within a day.
Firefighters order evacuation of area due to explosion risk in Volta Redonda
Firefighters in Volta Redonda, Brazil, have ordered the evacuation of a 300-meter radius area due to the risk of a potential explosion.
Four Wildfires in One Day: "Let’s Just Lay Down and Pray for Snow"
The capital area's fire department has extinguished four wildfires within a single day amid unusually dry conditions.
Floor in sheep barn collapsed: - Rescue operation initiated
In Lærdal, Norway, a floor in a sheep barn has collapsed, prompting a rescue operation by the fire service to retrieve around 25 stranded sheep.
Three wildfires within a day
The capital area's fire department responded to three wildfires in under 24 hours, with two occurring the night before and one in the early morning in Hvalfjörður.
Daejeon Fire Department Operates 'Pump-ambulance' Year-Round
The Daejeon Fire Department has announced the year-round operation of a new 'pump-ambulance' system to enhance emergency response effectiveness.
Young woman is trapped in a manhole and is rescued by the Fire Department in Cuiabá; watch the video
A 22-year-old journalism student in Cuiabá was rescued after getting her leg stuck in a manhole while celebrating her birthday.
Child got caught in clothes on escalators in Lahti
A child got caught in their clothing on the escalators of the Sykke shopping center in Lahti, Finland, but was safely rescued by firefighters.
Video shows the moment a tank truck tips over and crushes a car in Sacomã, in the South Zone of SP
A tank truck tipped over in Sacomã, São Paulo, crushing a car; thankfully, no injuries were reported despite a significant fuel leak.
Threw dog into the sea – fire department intervened
A man threatened another man who was walking his dog, ultimately throwing the dog into the sea, but the fire department rescued it.
Fire department call proved unfounded
The fire department responded to a call that ultimately was found to be without basis.
Fire department called out to Æsufell
The fire department has been summoned to Æsufell, a location in Iceland, due to an unspecified incident.
VIDEO: A moving car in Noida turned into a fireball, a woman jumped to save her life
A woman in Noida narrowly escaped a potentially fatal incident when her moving car suddenly caught fire, but she managed to jump out in time.
Dog rescued after falling into a seven-meter deep cistern in Lagarto
A dog was rescued by firefighters after falling into a seven-meter deep cistern in Lagarto, Brazil.
Child falls into 10-meter well and is rescued along with father in rural Bahia
A child and their father were rescued after falling into a 10-meter deep well in a rural area of São Gonçalo dos Campos, Bahia, where the child is neuroatypical, complicating the rescue operation.
Fire Department as Animal Rescuers: "You Can't Say: Don't Fidget So Much"
The Kronberg fire department assisted in the rescue of Lilak, a 55-year-old elephant, after she fell and needed to be lifted back up at the Opel Zoo.
Fire Department Called Out Due to Chemical Leak in Classroom
The local fire department responded to a report of a chemical leak in a classroom in Iceland.
Stolen ambulance allegedly driven into Idaho DHS office building in attempted arson attack
A suspect allegedly stole an ambulance and attempted to set fire to a Department of Homeland Security office in Idaho, but fled before igniting the accelerant.
Berlin: Major operation in the Reichstag
A gas detector alarm in the Reichstag building triggered a fire brigade response, with initial reports indicating a small amount of a hazardous substance may have been released.
Germany Blog: Fire Department Deployment in the Reichstag Building
A gas alarm triggered a significant fire department response at the Reichstag building in Berlin this morning.
Samba school warehouse in São Luís, where part of the roof collapsed, had been closed since January
The warehouse used by the Mocidade da Ilha samba school in São Luís collapsed due to structural issues that had led to its closure since January.
Three men are rescued after getting lost on a trail at Morro de São Jerônimo in MT
Three men have been rescued by the Fire Department after getting lost on a trail at Morro de São Jerônimo in Brazil.
Driver of a car got into an unusual predicament
A driver in Helsinki became trapped when their foot got caught in the car door after an incident involving a collision with a heated pole.