Air Canada plane collides with fire truck at New York airport, 4 injured
An Air Canada jet collided with a fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport, injuring four firefighters amid poor weather conditions.
Firefighting departments close in some US states amid lack of volunteers
Volunteer firefighter numbers in the US have plummeted, leading to the closure of firefighting departments in several states, including New York.
Firefighter in pickup truck runs a stop sign and leaves motorcycle taxi driver in grave condition in Boa Vista
A motorcycle taxi driver was seriously injured after being hit by a pickup truck driven by a military firefighter who ran a stop sign in Boa Vista, Brazil.
Family of Southern Lapwings gets 'VIP area' at Lollapalooza and even a firefighter as a guard
A family of Southern Lapwing birds received a special protected area at Lollapalooza 2026 in São Paulo, with a firefighter volunteering to watch over them.
Saskatoon-born Winnipegger 1st Canadian to win World’s Strongest Firefighter
Evan Yaworski, a firefighter from Winnipeg, has made history as the first Canadian to win the title of World’s Strongest Firefighter.
VIDEO: firefighter details the 8-hour rescue of a jaguar trapped in a power plant in MT
A firefighter in Brazil detailed an 8-hour rescue mission of an adult jaguar that became trapped in a hydropower plant in Juscimeira.
Court increases sentence of retired firefighter who killed black police officer
A retired firefighter in Brazil has had his prison sentence increased from 17 to 20 years and 18 days for the murder of a black police officer following a discriminatory argument.
VIDEO: firefighter shot and killed community dog Abacate in Toledo, police say
A firefighter in Toledo, Brazil, has been identified as the person who shot and killed a community dog named Abacate, with the case now forwarded to the justice system.
Firefighter Remembering the Details of a Life-Saving Operation: 'We Were Confident in Our Actions'
A Lithuanian firefighter reflects on a successful rescue operation where he saved a woman's life from a metal fence.
A Rescuer Speaks About an Unforgettable Rescue Operation: 'A Woman Got Stuck in a Fence, a Rod Pierced Her Leg'
A Lithuanian firefighter has been honored for his life-saving efforts during a complex rescue operation where a woman was trapped in a metal fence.
In this town where a tsunami comes after an earthquake, a senior firefighter wants to convey to his junior
A senior firefighter reflects on the lessons learned from the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and the importance of conveying those lessons to newer recruits.
Tom Pryce: the absurd double tragedy at 270 km/h that marked F1 and ruined Ayrton Senna's idol
The tragic deaths of Welsh driver Tom Pryce and a firefighter during the 1977 South African GP resonate deeply within the motorsport world.
Video: firefighter jumps from rocks at Praia das Conchas in Cabo Frio and saves man from drowning
A firefighter in Cabo Frio, Brazil, dramatically rescued a man from drowning during turbulent sea conditions at Praia das Conchas.
Woman gives birth inside firefighters' gym in São Luís
A woman successfully gave birth to a baby girl in a firefighter training center in São Luís, Brazil, on a recent Friday night, with both mother and child reported to be in good health.
Firefighter from Amapá advises family over the phone and helps 1-year-old child to dislodge food
A firefighter in Amapá successfully guided the parents of a choking toddler over the phone to help save the child during an emergency.
Body Found in the Danube: DNA Match Confirms Death of Young Firefighter
A 22-year-old firefighter missing since the 2024 flood disaster has been confirmed dead through DNA analysis of remains found in the Danube.
The Face of My Daughter Came to Mind Amidst the Tsunami: Firefighters’ Post-Survival Sense of Guilt
Firefighter Junosuke Oikawa, reflecting on the 2011 tsunami disaster in Japan, grapples with survivor's guilt after losing colleagues while trying to save lives.
Firefighter Who Helped Others Was Swept Away by Tsunami... The Pain Left in the Community 'There's No Answer'
The article discusses the tragic impact of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami on local firefighters, emphasizing the loss of lives in their efforts to save others.
Firefighter from PA travels to MG to provide voluntary support to flood victims in Zona da Mata: 'Reduce suffering'
A Pará firefighter traveled to Minas Gerais to offer psychological support to flood victims following devastating rains in the region.
DF MP recommends end of dynamic bar test for women in Firefighter Corps competition
The DF Public Ministry has recommended the elimination of the dynamic bar test requirement for women in the Firefighter Corps competitions due to concerns about gender discrimination.
‘Very significant’ fire extinguished by Hamilton crews at residential complex
Hamilton firefighters successfully extinguished a large fire that affected multiple units of a residential complex in Stoney Creek, with all residents safe but one firefighter hospitalized for smoke inhalation.
The deceased in the accident in MG were struck by a tree branch that pierced the bus's body, says firefighter
Two individuals died in a bus accident in Grão Mogol, Brazil, when a tree branch pierced the vehicle's body.
Record number applied to rescue school - these are the admission requirements
A record 330 applicants have applied to the Helsinki Rescue School, setting an all-time high for the institution, as the application process includes rigorous physical and psychological evaluations.
Firefighter shares longevity tips, as first responders face 10-year shorter lifespan
A veteran firefighter highlights the health risks faced by first responders and emphasizes the importance of adopting healthy lifestyle practices to enhance longevity.
Reserve military firefighter threatens companion and sets fire to his own house in the Federal District
A retired firefighter in Brazil was arrested after threatening his partner and setting his house on fire in Ceilândia, Federal District.
Alpes-Maritimes: Suspected of Stabbing a Firefighter, a Sudanese Man Arrested
A Sudanese man has been arrested in connection with the stabbing of a firefighter in Alpes-Maritimes, France.
Firefighter Shocked After Attempting to Receive Salary: 'I Will Be Fired for Working Too Much'
A Lithuanian firefighter is facing termination from his second job because he is working too many hours, highlighting issues of low wages and overwork in the fire service.
In Kelmė, a fire department service vehicle crashed into a building
A fire department vehicle in Kelmė crashed into a building during training, injuring the driver and a fellow firefighter.
Family donates organs of nurse killed by hammer blows from firefighter in MS
The family of nurse Liliane de Souza Bonfim Duarte decided to donate her organs following her confirmation of brain death after being brutally attacked by her husband, a military firefighter.
3-day-old baby chokes on milk and is saved by firefighter via video call in Roraima
A 3-day-old newborn in Boa Vista, Brazil was saved from choking on breast milk with the help of a firefighter who provided guidance via video call.
Flood 2024 in Bavaria: Body Parts Found in the Danube - Is it the Missing Firefighter?
Human remains linked to the disappearance of a firefighter during a flood in Bavaria may have been discovered in the Danube River.
Woman dies after being struck with a hammer by firefighter sergeant; family authorizes organ donation
51-year-old nurse Liliane de Souza Bonfim Duarte succumbed to injuries inflicted by her husband, a firefighter sergeant, in Ponta Porã, Brazil; her family has decided to donate her organs.
Firefighter's wife remains hospitalized in serious condition after suspect attacked family with a hammer in MS
A 51-year-old nurse remains in critical condition after being attacked with a hammer by her husband, a firefighter, in Ponta Porã, Brazil, while their children witnessed the incident.
Video shows children calling for help after firefighter attacks family with a hammer in MS
A shocking incident in Ponta Porã, Brazil, involved a firefighter attacking his wife and children with a hammer, captured on a security camera as the children sought help from neighbors.
Major Firefighter Deployment: House and Garage in Walpertskirchen Catch Fire
A large-scale deployment of firefighters occurred early Wednesday morning to extinguish a house fire in Walpertskirchen, Germany.
Five crew members and one firefighter are rescued after a fire hits a ship in São Sebastião, SP
A fire on the North Star 1 ship in São Sebastião led to the rescue of five crew members and one firefighter, but thankfully, there were no injuries reported.
'I was buried, the man helped me,' says 6-year-old boy rescued in Juiz de Fora; boy reunites with firefighter
Six-year-old Antony Rosa reunites with the firefighter who rescued him from rubble after a landslide in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.
From an electrician to a firefighter: meet the Czech Republic, the 'people's team' of the 2026 World Baseball Classic
The Czech Republic baseball team, composed of ordinary individuals with day jobs, aims to make a mark in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, showcasing the sport's accessibility and the passion of grassroots players.
Veteran firefighter with 19 years of experience dies four months after losing consciousness while fighting a fire
A seasoned firefighter in South Korea passed away after four months of unconsciousness following a fire incident during a rescue operation at an auto repair shop.
Goian firefighter saves woman from drowning at Copacabana beach
A firefighter from Goias, Rogério Filho, heroically saved a woman from drowning at Copacabana beach while off-duty.
A dog in the forest near Brno crawled under a pile of wood. It bit a firefighter during the rescue
A dog was rescued from a pile of wood in the forest near Brno, but not before biting a firefighter.
IL: This is Yle's journalist's new love
Yle's sports journalist Noora Toivo has revealed her new romantic relationship on social media, sharing details about her newfound love with a firefighter.
'I'm a firefighter and people make 4 common mistakes that cause danger'
Firefighters from Essex highlight four common household mistakes that significantly increase fire risks.
Driverless electric car spun out of control - a firefighter with a long stick became the solution
A driverless electric car in Asker, Norway, spun out of control, prompting local authorities to intervene, with a firefighter eventually stopping the vehicle using a long stick.
Young woman gives birth on the sidewalk of a shopping mall with the help of a civil firefighter in Imperatriz
A 22-year-old woman gave birth on the sidewalk of a shopping mall in Imperatriz, Brazil, assisted by a civil firefighter after she went into labor while waiting for identification services.
Through the Window, Smoke Billows, But the Firefighters Did Not Want to Open the Door: The Tenant Almost Killed the Apartment Owner
A fire in a Klaipėda apartment was narrowly contained thanks to prompt police and firefighter intervention, but the apartment owner's life was endangered due to the tenant's negligence.
Carlo Conti, Firefighter, Quells Controversies. But Some Call for Pucci to Be Recalled
Carlo Conti addresses backlash surrounding the Sanremo Festival, particularly regarding Andrea Pucci's departure amid political controversy.
EastEnders star's past career as a fireman after struggling to land acting jobs
An EastEnders actor revealed his previous career as a fireman while struggling to find paid acting roles before landing a new role on the show.
Employee and civil firefighter die after toxic gas accident at Ambev unit in Cachoeiras de Macacu
An employee and a civil firefighter lost their lives due to a toxic gas accident at an Ambev facility in Cachoeiras de Macacu, Brazil.
Thessaloniki: Firefighter injured during fire suppression at a business in Diavata
A firefighter was slightly injured while fighting a fire that broke out at a business in Diavata, western Thessaloniki.