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China: Massive Fire Engulfs Biotechnology Factory in Hebei

A major fire broke out at a biotechnology company in northern China, sending towering flames and thick smoke around a high-rise factory building. The fire erupted on December 11, 2025, at Guoxu Biotechnology Company in Fuping County, Baoding City, Hebei Province. The video shows the multi-story industrial building fully engulfed in flames, with heavy black smoke billowing into the sky. Local fire authorities said the blaze was caused by the ignition of insulation materials inside the factory. Firefighters extinguished the fire after about two and a half hours, and no casualties were reported.

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Japan H3 rocket mission fails

Photo taken on Dec. 22, 2025, shows smoke billowing from the Japanese H3 rocket carrying the Michibiki No. 5 satellite after liftoff from the Tanegashima Space Center in Minamitane in Kagoshima Prefecture, southwestern Japan. The rocket failed to place the satellite into orbit after its second-stage engine prematurely cut off shortly after liftoff.

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UK: Fire Breaks Out at Under-Construction Glasgow Luxury Flats

A major fire broke out Monday afternoon, December 1, at the Park Pavilions luxury apartment development, an eight-story building under construction in Glasgow’s Battlefield area. Smoke was seen billowing from the penthouse, and a window frame reportedly fell as the flames intensified. Seven to eight fire engines and a high-reach vehicle responded, and firefighters brought the blaze under control with no reported injuries.

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Hong Kong: Dozens Dead, Massive Fire Engulfs Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po District 2

A No. 5 alarm fire tore through Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district on Wednesday, November 26, engulfing seven of eight 31-story public housing towers wrapped in bamboo scaffolding. Thick smoke triggered evacuations, roads were shut, debris fell, and firefighters and police responded at scale. Officials confirmed over 90 deaths, with nearly 300 still missing. This video shows black smoke still billowing from the buildings the next day.

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China: Car Catches Fire on Chengdu Street; Bystanders Rush to Help

On October 24, 2025, a car traveling along a city street in Chengdu, Sichuan, suddenly burst into flames from its undercarriage, sending thick smoke billowing from the vehicle. Nearby pedestrians quickly rushed to help.

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Singapore: Small Fire Breaks Out on Marina Bay Sands Rooftop

A smoke was seen billowing from the rooftop of Marina Bay Sands on Tuesday afternoon, October 28 as a small fire broke out. The fire was swiftly extinguished by staff, according to reports. No injuries were reported.

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Netherlands: Massive Warehouse Fire Erupts Near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport 2

A massive fire broke out at a warehouse near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Sunday, August 24, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky. No official statement has been released regarding the cause of the blaze or possible injuries.

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Netherlands: Massive Warehouse Fire Erupts Near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

A massive fire broke out at a warehouse near Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Sunday, August 24, sending thick black smoke billowing into the sky. No official statement has been released regarding the cause of the blaze or possible injuries.

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Fire at building in Osaka's popular Dotonbori district

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a building billowing smoke from a fire that broke out on Aug. 18, 2025, in Osaka's Dotombori district, one of the city's busiest shopping areas and a popular tourist spot, in western Japan.

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Fire at building in Osaka's popular Dotonbori district

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a building billowing smoke with firefighters working to extinguish a fire that broke out on Aug. 18, 2025, in Osaka's Dotombori district, one of the city's busiest shopping areas and a popular tourist spot, in western Japan.

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UK: Huge Fire Erupts at Arthur’s Seat in Scotland

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China: Tourists Amazed by Chilling Mist From Cave Mouth

A visitor in Yichang, Hubei, China, stumbled upon a cave venting a strikingly visible stream of cool air on July 9, 2025, stunning onlookers with this rare natural phenomenon. The video captures thick, white, mist-like cold air flowing steadily from the cave, billowing and drifting across the ground.

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News plane shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on July 4, 2025.

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News plane shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on July 4, 2025.

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News plane shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on July 4, 2025.

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News plane shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on July 4, 2025.

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[Breaking News]Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

TOKYO, Japan, June 29 Kyodo -Video taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on June 28, 2025. (Kyodo)

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on June 28, 2025.

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on June 28, 2025.

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on June 28, 2025.

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Mt. Shinmoe eruption in southwestern Japan

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter shows volcanic smoke billowing from Mt. Shinmoe, straddling Miyazaki and Kagoshima prefectures in southwestern Japan, on June 28, 2025.

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China: Shenzhen High-Rise Fire Drill Simulates Real Emergency With Smoke and Tech

This is the intense moment that a swarm of drones and robots were deployed during a fire drill at an office building, drawing attention from nearby residents. On June 12, 2025, in Shenzhen, Guangdong, the video showed thick smoke billowing from a high-rise at the Jingji Smart Park in Longgang District. Multiple fire trucks were parked outside the building as onlookers gathered. In a striking scene, drones hovered in formation while firefighting robots moved in, simulating a coordinated emergency response. The realistic display led many passersby to believe an actual fire was underway. According to the fire department, the drill was meant to test the integration of new technologies such as drones and robotic units in emergency scenarios. Officials emphasized there was no real danger and urged the public not to panic.

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Wildfires Rage in British Columbia

A tourist takes his dogs out for a quick break under billowing wildfire smoke off Highway 97 north of Buckinghorse River, B.C. on Friday, May 30, 2025. The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM//Nasuna Stuart-Ulin

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Wildfires Rage in British Columbia

Tourists take their dogs out for a quick break under billowing wildfire smoke off Highway 97 north of Buckinghorse River, B.C. on Friday, May 30, 2025. The Canadian Press/ABACAPRESS.COM//Nasuna Stuart-Ulin

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US: Fire Erupts in Basement of Midtown French Restaurant, Smoke Billows Over NYC

A fire broke out in the basement of La Grande Boucherie, a French restaurant located at 53rd Street between Sixth and Seventh avenues in Midtown, New York City, on Tuesday, May 27, sending massive plumes of smoke billowing through central Manhattan. There were no injuries reported, and the cause of the blaze is under investigation.

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Lionel Urman/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of The Fire at The Recycling Plant - Paris

Smoke is still billowing from the recycling plant in Paris, and firefighters are still on site to extinguish the blaze and search what remains of it. On April 7, 2025, a major fire broke out at the Syctom recycling plant near the Paris District Court in the 17th arrondissement. Thick black smoke was visible throughout the capital, as some 200 firefighters, supported by 60 engines, battled the flames. So far, only one person has been injured, according to the authorities. Paris, France on April 8, 2025. Photo by Florian Poitout/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: State of Emergency Declared as Wind-Driven Brush Fires Scorch Long Island

New York State Governor Kathy Hochul issued a state of emergency on Saturday, March 8, as several wind-driven brush fires swept through swathes of Long Island and areas near Brooklyn. The fires burned hundreds of acres and injured two firefighters. This video captures plumes of smoke billowing from a fire near the Belt Parkway by Brooklyn.

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Fire Breaks Out In The Slum Area Of Quezon City - Philippines

An aerial drone photo shows smoke billowing from rows of shanties during a fire at a slum area in Quezon City, the Philippines, March 3, 2025. Photo by Rouelle Umali/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire Breaks Out In The Slum Area Of Quezon City - Philippines

An aerial drone photo shows smoke billowing from rows of shanties during a fire at a slum area in Quezon City, the Philippines, March 3, 2025. Photo by Rouelle Umali/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Fire Breaks Out In The Slum Area Of Quezon City - Philippines

An aerial drone photo shows smoke billowing from rows of shanties during a fire at a slum area in Quezon City, the Philippines, March 3, 2025. Photo by Rouelle Umali/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Air Strikes Pummel Historic City Of Tyre - Lebanon

This photo taken on October 29, 2024 shows smoke billowing following Israeli airstrikes in Jbal El Botm, Lebanon. The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon since the beginning of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict on October 8, 2023, reached 2,792, while injuries went up to 12,772, the Lebanese Health Ministry reported on Tuesday. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Air Strikes Pummel Historic City Of Tyre - Lebanon

This photo taken on October 29, 2024 shows smoke billowing following Israeli airstrikes in Borj El Chmali, Lebanon. The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon since the beginning of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict on October 8, 2023, reached 2,792, while injuries went up to 12,772, the Lebanese Health Ministry reported on Tuesday. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Air Strikes Pummel Historic City Of Tyre - Lebanon

This photo taken on October 29, 2024 shows smoke billowing following Israeli airstrikes in Borj El Chmali, Lebanon. The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon since the beginning of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict on October 8, 2023, reached 2,792, while injuries went up to 12,772, the Lebanese Health Ministry reported on Tuesday. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Lebanon

This photo taken from Tyre, Lebanon, on Oct. 25, 2024 shows smoke billowing following Israeli airstrikes in Zibqin, Lebanon. Lebanese military sources noted that Israeli drones and warplanes conducted 43 airstrikes on towns and villages in southern Lebanon and six in eastern Lebanon on Friday. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Israeli Airstrikes On Lebanon

This photo taken from Tyre, Lebanon, on Oct. 25, 2024 shows smoke billowing following Israeli airstrikes in Yanouh, Lebanon. Lebanese military sources noted that Israeli drones and warplanes conducted 43 airstrikes on towns and villages in southern Lebanon and six in eastern Lebanon on Friday. Photo by Ali Hashisho/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM