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🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Ambulances from Jewish rescue service set on fire in London

Four ambulances belonging to the Jewish ambulance service Hatzalah were set on fire in Golders Green, London, prompting an investigation by police as potential anti-Semitic hate crime.

Mar 23 • 05:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Terrorists Abduct Nine Worshippers in Kwara Church, Three Rescued

Nine worshippers were abducted by suspected terrorists during a church service in Kwara State, Nigeria, while security forces managed to rescue three victims shortly after the abduction.

Mar 23 • 05:18 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Ambulances from Jewish Rescue Service Set on Fire in London

Four ambulances belonging to the Jewish community's ambulance service Hatzalah were set on fire in Golders Green, London.

Mar 23 • 05:03 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos firefighters rescue knife-wielding man from well

Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service successfully rescued a knife-wielding man who was found in a deep well in Ikorodu, Nigeria.

Mar 23 • 00:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Two dangerous incidents on the same lake – Warning from the rescue service

Two separate incidents involving ice-related accidents occurred at Littoistenjärvi lake in Finland, prompting a warning from local rescue services about weak ice conditions.

Mar 22 • 16:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

In Kaarina, there was trouble every hour - a serious message from the rescue service

A skydiver fell through the ice into Liittoistenjärvi in Kaarina, leading to a rescue operation involving emergency responders and a helicopter.

Mar 22 • 16:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Skier found in a difficult situation - A serious reminder from the rescue service

A skier injured their knee in Enontekiö and required rescue services for assistance.

Mar 22 • 16:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Cottage Group Sailed on Ice Raft in Jämsä – Rescue Service Called

A group of youths created and sailed on an ice raft in Jämsä, prompting a call to the rescue service, though they were found to be safe.

Mar 22 • 08:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Youth sailed on an ice floe - rescuers arrived

A group of young people sailed on an ice floe in Jämsä, Finland, prompting a response from the local rescue service, although no emergency was reported.

Mar 22 • 07:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Crime & Justice

SK: Fire Chief Accused of Arson

A fire chief employed by Satakunta's rescue service has been charged with arson for deliberately starting a fire that caused significant damage.

Mar 20 • 15:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This indifferent manner can lead to disaster

A warning from Kanta-Häme rescue service highlights the dangers of leaving dishwashers unattended, particularly after a recent fire incident attributed to a malfunctioning circuit board.

Mar 20 • 15:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Formic acid leaked in Mikkeli - rescue service on site

A formic acid leak was reported at a car repair shop in Mikkeli, prompting a response from the local rescue services.

Mar 19 • 06:42 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Fatal boating tragedy sparks renewed calls for rescue service

Local fishermen are advocating for the establishment of a volunteer marine rescue service following a fatal boating incident near Beachport, South Australia.

Mar 17 • 20:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Debilitated horse rescued after being found fallen on an avenue in the coast of São Paulo; VIDEO

A severely weakened horse was rescued after being discovered collapsed on a public avenue in Itanhaém, São Paulo.

Mar 16 • 21:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Rescue of a dog from a cliff in England lasted eleven hours. Over 40 people helped

Over 40 people participated in an eleven-hour effort to rescue a dog stranded on a cliff in England.

Mar 15 • 20:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now moving on the ice stops

Helsinki's rescue service warns against ice activities after multiple incidents of people falling through.

Mar 15 • 16:21 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A person injured in a sauna fire in Ogre

A fire at a sauna in Ogre resulted in one person being injured, according to the State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia.

Mar 15 • 08:14 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Warehouse in Flames – Major Fire in Ödeshög

A significant fire has broken out in Ödeshög, prompting police to advise local residents to stay indoors and avoid inhaling smoke.

Mar 13 • 14:49 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

One deceased in the fire in Jūrmala

A person has died in a fire in Jūrmala, Latvia, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

Mar 13 • 08:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Remains of a human being have been recovered from a pond in Aizkraukle Municipality

The remains of a deceased person were recovered from a pond in Aizkraukle Municipality, Latvia, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

Mar 12 • 08:40 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Dog rescued by helicopter from raging flood waters in Northern Territory – video

A dog was successfully rescued by a helicopter from a car stranded in floodwaters near Katherine, Northern Territory, as shown in a video released by the NT Emergency Service.

Mar 12 • 00:19 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The helicopter was called out due to a man in distress

A man in distress at Vestrahorn in southeast Iceland was successfully rescued by the Landhelgisgæslan helicopter service and local rescue teams without injury.

Mar 10 • 20:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Samu rescuer saves 2-year-old child trapped in car in Gravatá; VIDEO

A nurse technician from the Urgent Mobile Care Service (Samu) rescued a 2-year-old girl trapped inside a car in Gravatá, Brazil, after her mother sought help when the child accidentally locked herself in.

Mar 9 • 17:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Bystander Noticed the Boys' Dangerous Game – A Strong Message from the Rescue Service

A passerby reported two boys playing on thin ice on the Lapuanjoki River in Lapualla, prompting a warning from the South Ostrobothnia Fire and Rescue Service.

Mar 9 • 16:56 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

VUGD Chief Reminds of Ice Danger, Has Even Had to Rescue a Three-Year-Old Child

The chief of the State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia warns of the dangers of being on ice, emphasizing recent rescues of multiple individuals, including young children.

Mar 9 • 04:42 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

In Latvia, 7 municipalities ignored the opportunity to obtain free items for crisis situations

Seven municipalities in Latvia failed to apply for free crisis-related items offered by the State Fire and Rescue Service, attributing their inaction to the inefficiency of the Civil Protection Commission and previous political leadership.

Mar 8 • 10:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Truck accident on Kemintie – The rescue service's stern warning

A truck accident on Kemintie in Northern Finland led to traffic disruptions, prompting the rescue service to warn drivers about extremely slippery road conditions.

Mar 8 • 06:39 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Father publishes video of children having fun on ice. What does VUGD say about it?

A father posted a video on Facebook showing children playing on ice, prompting discussions on safety, which led to comments from the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD).

Mar 6 • 10:10 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Rescuers evacuate two people from a flooded house in Ropaži

Two individuals were evacuated from a flooded house in Ropaži, Latvia, by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

Mar 5 • 11:37 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

175 contacted the citizen service - 18 want a seat on the rescue flight

A total of 175 individuals reached out to the citizen service, with 18 expressing a desire to secure a seat on a rescue flight.

Mar 4 • 14:06 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Mountain Rescue Service has taken over its first electric vehicles

The Mountain Rescue Service in Czechia has incorporated its first electric vehicles into its fleet.

Mar 4 • 07:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Training for staff on civil protection issues begins in Tartu schools

Tartu city, in collaboration with the rescue service, will conduct civil protection training for all general education schools this year.

Mar 3 • 09:13 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Due to flood risks, the State Fire and Rescue Service calls for local civil defense committee meetings across Latvia

The State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia is urging local civil defense committees to meet nationwide in light of increased flood risks this year.

Mar 2 • 19:59 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VUGD anticipates possible evacuation of residents due to floods

Latvia's fire and rescue service prepares for increased flood risks this year, potentially leading to the evacuation of residents.

Mar 2 • 06:51 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Head of VUGD: This has been a tragic winter

This winter in Latvia has been tragic due to a high number of fatalities in fires, as stated by the head of the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD).

Mar 2 • 04:49 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

VUGD Ready to Rescue and Evacuate People Due to Floods Caused by Melting Snow

Latvia's State Fire and Rescue Service is prepared to respond to potential flooding caused by unusually thick snow and ice this spring.

Mar 2 • 04:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Concerns for ‘declining’ fur seal spotted at Cooks River in inner Sydney

A fur seal has been spotted at Cooks River in Sydney, raising health concerns among wildlife rescue teams despite reassurances from the National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Mar 2 • 02:56 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Eight people killed in pro-Iranian protest outside US consulate in Pakistan, rescue service reports

A pro-Iranian protest near the US consulate in Karachi, Pakistan, resulted in the deaths of at least eight people and injuries to 20 others due to gunfire.

Mar 1 • 08:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A man and a dog died in a fire last night

A fire in Ogre district, Latvia, resulted in the deaths of a man and a dog, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

Feb 27 • 07:42 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Rescue Service Warns: Going on the Ice of the Emajõgi is Dangerous

The Estonian Rescue Service warns that the ice on the Emajõgi River has become dangerous due to fluctuating temperatures, particularly near bridges and culverts.

Feb 26 • 06:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Hen Harrier Escaped the Rescue Service in the Prisma Parking Hall

A hen harrier that had been trapped in a parking garage in Kuopio eluded rescue efforts by local authorities.

Feb 25 • 17:33 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A person has died in a fire in the Krāslava region

A fire in a residential building in Krāslava resulted in the death of an individual, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service of Latvia (VUGD).

Feb 25 • 08:18 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Several people injured in fires in Latvia on Monday

Multiple individuals were injured in various fires across Latvia, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD).

Feb 24 • 07:54 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Meteorologists have issued an orange warning for fog

Fog has formed in Latvia, leading to visibility under 500 meters in some eastern regions, prompting an orange warning by meteorologists and the fire and rescue service.

Feb 24 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Rare Commodore rebuilt by 700 apprentices to be auctioned for charity

A VL Holden Commodore restored by 700 apprentices over 15 years will be auctioned to benefit the region's rescue helicopter service.

Feb 24 • 00:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A person died in a house fire in Daugavpils

A house fire in Daugavpils on February 22 resulted in the death of one individual, as reported by the State Fire and Rescue Service.

Feb 23 • 08:27 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

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.

Feb 22 • 09:22 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VUGD has received several calls about burning soot in home chimneys

The Latvian State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) received multiple calls regarding burning soot in residential chimneys over the last day.

Feb 22 • 08:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Child trapped in clothing on escalator – Rescue service to the aid

A child became trapped in their winter clothing on an escalator in a shopping center in Lahti, but was rescued with minor injuries.

Feb 21 • 11:57 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

There will be three new generals in the Ministry of the Interior

The Ministry of the Interior has prepared government decision projects to award the rank of general to two Deputy Chiefs of the State Fire and Rescue Service and one official from the State Police.

Feb 19 • 13:41 UTC

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