US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

US: Gas Line Explosion Reported Near Willow River in Minnesota, Forcing Evacuations 2

A large gas line explosion was reported on Friday, January 16, near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota, forcing nearby residents to evacuate. Minnesota Energy Resources said customers in the area could be without natural gas for days, though authorities reported no injuries and suspect no criminal activity at this time.

UK: Major Rail Disruption After Fire Breaks Out Near Tracks of Peckham Station

Around 15 firefighters tackled a track fire between Queen’s Road Peckham and South Bermondsey on Tuesday night, January 13. While a small section of the track was destroyed, no injuries were reported and the Peckham Station was safely evacuated. The incident caused major disruption to London Overground and Southern services, though normal service has since resumed.

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Hospital Director Filippo Galbiati Press briefing at Niguarda Hospital in Milan, Italy on January 3, 2026 following the incident at the Crans-Montana nightclub. Photo by Marco Ottico/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Hospital Director Filippo Galbiati Press briefing at Niguarda Hospital in Milan, Italy on January 3, 2026 following the incident at the Crans-Montana nightclub. Photo by Marco Ottico/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Hospital Director Filippo Galbiati Press briefing at Niguarda Hospital in Milan, Italy on January 3, 2026 following the incident at the Crans-Montana nightclub. Photo by Marco Ottico/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Hospital Director Filippo Galbiati Press briefing at Niguarda Hospital in Milan, Italy on January 3, 2026 following the incident at the Crans-Montana nightclub. Photo by Marco Ottico/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Hospital Director Filippo Galbiati Press briefing at Niguarda Hospital in Milan, Italy on January 3, 2026 following the incident at the Crans-Montana nightclub. Photo by Marco Ottico/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Press briefing about Crans fire victims at Niguarda Hospital in Milan

Hospital Director Filippo Galbiati Press briefing at Niguarda Hospital in Milan, Italy on January 3, 2026 following the incident at the Crans-Montana nightclub. Photo by Marco Ottico/Lapresse/ABACAPRESS.COM

UK: Huge Sinkhole Swallows Boats in Shropshire Canal Breach, More Than 10 Rescued 2

A huge 50m sinkhole opened in a Shropshire canal on Monday morning, December 22, leaving several narrowboats stranded in the hole or teetering on the edge. The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service declared a major incident. At least 10 people were rescued from their boats, but nobody was injured in the incident.

UK: Huge Sinkhole Swallows Boats in Shropshire Canal Breach, More Than 10 Rescued

A huge 50m sinkhole opened in a Shropshire canal on Monday morning, December 22, leaving several narrowboats stranded in the hole or teetering on the edge. The Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service declared a major incident. At least 10 people were rescued from their boats, but nobody was injured in the incident.

France: Bus Catches Fire in Le Raincy

On Wednesday morning, December 10, a Route 602 bus caught fire at a bus stop in Le Raincy. The blaze led to a gas leak which needed the temporary evacuation of nearby residents. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.

US: Fire Erupts at Four-Story Apartment in Holyoke, MA

A massive fire erupted at a four-story apartment building on High Street in Holyoke, MA, on Tuesday, December 2, displacing dozens of residents. According to reports, there were no injuries, and the cause of the blaze remains under investigation.

US: No Injuries, Fire Erupts at Raleigh Convention Center Roof

A natural gas-related fire broke out on the roof of the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Monday night, December 1. Seventeen people were inside, but no injuries were reported.

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

This photo taken on November 26, 2025 shows rescuers working on a residential building fire site in Hong Kong, south China. A fire broke out at a residential building in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong on Wednesday afternoon, leaving four people dead, according to a press release issued by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The Fire Services Department of the HKSAR government was notified of the incident at around 2:51 p.m. local time. Due to the fierce blaze, the department raised the alert to a No. 5 alarm fire at 6:22 p.m., which is the highest level in Hong Kong's fire alarm system. Photo by Xinhua/Lui Siu Wai/ABACARESS.COM

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

This photo taken on November 26, 2025 shows rescuers working on a residential building fire site in Hong Kong, south China. A fire broke out at a residential building in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong on Wednesday afternoon, leaving four people dead, according to a press release issued by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The Fire Services Department of the HKSAR government was notified of the incident at around 2:51 p.m. local time. Due to the fierce blaze, the department raised the alert to a No. 5 alarm fire at 6:22 p.m., which is the highest level in Hong Kong's fire alarm system. Photo by Xinhua/Lui Siu Wai/ABACARESS.COM

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

This photo taken on November 26, 2025 shows rescuers working on a residential building fire site in Hong Kong, south China. A fire broke out at a residential building in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong on Wednesday afternoon, leaving four people dead, according to a press release issued by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The Fire Services Department of the HKSAR government was notified of the incident at around 2:51 p.m. local time. Due to the fierce blaze, the department raised the alert to a No. 5 alarm fire at 6:22 p.m., which is the highest level in Hong Kong's fire alarm system. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Duo/ABACARESS.COM

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

At Least 4 Dead and 3 Injured in Building Fire - Hong Kong

This photo taken on November 26, 2025 shows rescuers working on a residential building fire site in Hong Kong, south China. A fire broke out at a residential building in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong on Wednesday afternoon, leaving four people dead, according to a press release issued by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The Fire Services Department of the HKSAR government was notified of the incident at around 2:51 p.m. local time. Due to the fierce blaze, the department raised the alert to a No. 5 alarm fire at 6:22 p.m., which is the highest level in Hong Kong's fire alarm system. Photo by Xinhua/Chen Duo/ABACARESS.COM

US: Four-Alarm Fire Erupts at Bagel and Ice Shops in Franklin Square, New York

A four-alarm fire erupted Sunday, November 23, at a building in Franklin Square, New York, housing Ralph’s Italian Ices and 529 Bagels. The blaze began in the basement and caused heavy damage. No injuries were reported.

US: Massive Garage Fire Reported in Northborough, Massachusetts

A massive fire broke out at a multi-car garage within an apartment complex in Northborough, Massachusetts, on Sunday, November 16. The blaze involved the two-story structure, leading to a partial collapse, though the cause of the incident is yet to be determined.

France: Police Fire Shot at Knife-Wielding Man in Montparnasse Station

French police shot and wounded a 34-year-old man at Montparnasse train station in central Paris on Friday, November 14, after he confronted officers while wielding a knife. The suspect, who police were investigating for domestic violence, then stabbed himself in the throat, and a bystander was also injured by a police bullet.

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.

China: Car Bursts Into Flames on Shanghai Overpass During Morning Commute

A vehicle caught fire on a busy overpass, the Beizhai Road Overpass in Shanghai, China, during the morning rush hour on Wednesday, October 22, sending thick black smoke into the air. The incident caused significant traffic disruption. No injuries were reported, and authorities are investigating the cause of the fire.

France: Street Sweeper Fire Leads to Explosion at Paris Cemetery

On Wednesday morning, October 15, at around 10:40 am, a fire broke out inside Montparnasse Cemetery (14th arrondissement) in Paris, sending a plume of black smoke into the sky. While the fire was quickly brought under control and no injuries were reported, the incident was significant enough that some witnesses described hearing an explosion.

Australia: Hundreds Evacuated from PAX AUS Gaming Festival due to False Alarm 2

Hundreds of people were forced to evacuate the PAX Australia gaming festival at the Melbourne Convention Centre on Saturday, October 11, after a fire alarm was activated. The incident, which saw people rushing towards the doors, was confirmed by officials to be a false alarm, with no fire or injuries reported.

Australia: Hundreds Evacuated from PAX AUS Gaming Festival due to False Alarm

Hundreds of people were forced to evacuate the PAX Australia gaming festival at the Melbourne Convention Centre on Saturday, October 11, after a fire alarm was activated. The incident, which saw people rushing towards the doors, was confirmed by officials to be a false alarm, with no fire or injuries reported.

Spain: One Injured, Fire Erupts at Factory in Bonrepòs i Mirambell 2

Fire erupted at a factory in Bonrepòs i Mirambell’s industrial zone on Friday, October 3, sending massive smoke visible for miles. According to reports, one person was slightly injured.

Spain: One Injured, Fire Erupts at Factory in Bonrepòs i Mirambell

Fire erupted at a factory in Bonrepòs i Mirambell’s industrial zone on Friday, October 3, sending massive smoke visible for miles. According to reports, one person was slightly injured.

US: Church Attack Leaves At Least 4 Dead in Grand Blanc, Michigan

At least four people were killed and eight injured in a shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on Sunday, September 28. A gunman was shot dead by police after he rammed a vehicle into the building, opened fire, and then intentionally set a blaze.

US: Church Attack Leaves At Least 4 Dead in Grand Blanc, Michigan 2

At least four people were killed and eight injured in a shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on Sunday, September 28. A gunman was shot dead by police after he rammed a vehicle into the building, opened fire, and then intentionally set a blaze.

Japan: Fire Breaks Out at Tokyo Haneda Airport Old Hangar, Flights Unaffected 2

A large fire broke out at an old hangar undergoing demolition on the premises of Tokyo Haneda International Airport on Monday morning, September 29. Authorities have confirmed that the incident has not caused any delays or disruption to flight operations. This is a developing story.

Japan: Fire Breaks Out at Tokyo Haneda Airport Old Hangar, Flights Unaffected

A large fire broke out at an old hangar undergoing demolition on the premises of Tokyo Haneda International Airport on Monday morning, September 29. Authorities have confirmed that the incident has not caused any delays or disruption to flight operations. This is a developing story.

Japan: Fire Breaks Out at Tokyo Haneda Airport Old Hangar, Flights Unaffected 3

A large fire broke out at an old hangar undergoing demolition on the premises of Tokyo Haneda International Airport on Monday morning, September 29. Authorities have confirmed that the incident has not caused any delays or disruption to flight operations. This is a developing story.

UK: Fire Forces Evacuation, Delays Flights at London Stansted Airport

A small fire broke out at the Escape Lounge in London Stansted Airport at 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24, producing smoke that forced the temporary closure of the security area and the evacuation of nearby passengers. The fire was quickly extinguished, and no injuries were reported. Security reopened around 6 a.m., but significant delays occurred as passengers were unable to reach their flights on time.

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers set fire to a vehicle belonging to Israeli peace activists who stand in solidarity with the Palestinians and are staying in their homes in the Susya area of Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron, on July 31, 2025. The incident escalates as the settlers attempt to set fire to the activists’ house after shattering windows and igniting flames near the entrance. The attack takes place in the context of ongoing tensions in the occupied West Bank, where Palestinian communities and their allies face increasing violence from Israeli settlers. Activists living in solidarity with Palestinians in Masafer Yatta aim to resist eviction orders and settler expansion in the area, which has been under threat from demolition and military presence. The arson attack is part of a broader pattern of intimidation and violence in disputed territories of the southern Hebron Hills. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers set fire to a vehicle belonging to Israeli peace activists who stand in solidarity with the Palestinians and are staying in their homes in the Susya area of Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron, on July 31, 2025. The incident escalates as the settlers attempt to set fire to the activists’ house after shattering windows and igniting flames near the entrance. The attack takes place in the context of ongoing tensions in the occupied West Bank, where Palestinian communities and their allies face increasing violence from Israeli settlers. Activists living in solidarity with Palestinians in Masafer Yatta aim to resist eviction orders and settler expansion in the area, which has been under threat from demolition and military presence. The arson attack is part of a broader pattern of intimidation and violence in disputed territories of the southern Hebron Hills. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers set fire to a vehicle belonging to Israeli peace activists who stand in solidarity with the Palestinians and are staying in their homes in the Susya area of Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron, on July 31, 2025. The incident escalates as the settlers attempt to set fire to the activists’ house after shattering windows and igniting flames near the entrance. The attack takes place in the context of ongoing tensions in the occupied West Bank, where Palestinian communities and their allies face increasing violence from Israeli settlers. Activists living in solidarity with Palestinians in Masafer Yatta aim to resist eviction orders and settler expansion in the area, which has been under threat from demolition and military presence. The arson attack is part of a broader pattern of intimidation and violence in disputed territories of the southern Hebron Hills. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers Attack Peace Activists in West Bank

Settlers set fire to a vehicle belonging to Israeli peace activists who stand in solidarity with the Palestinians and are staying in their homes in the Susya area of Masafer Yatta, south of Hebron, on July 31, 2025. The incident escalates as the settlers attempt to set fire to the activists’ house after shattering windows and igniting flames near the entrance. The attack takes place in the context of ongoing tensions in the occupied West Bank, where Palestinian communities and their allies face increasing violence from Israeli settlers. Activists living in solidarity with Palestinians in Masafer Yatta aim to resist eviction orders and settler expansion in the area, which has been under threat from demolition and military presence. The arson attack is part of a broader pattern of intimidation and violence in disputed territories of the southern Hebron Hills. Photo by Mosab Shawer/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Humanitarian Aid and Retaliation Incident - Gaza City

Residents in the Al-Nasr neighborhood of western Gaza City receive sacks of flour following the arrival of humanitarian aid through the Zikim area, on July 30, 2025. In the same location, an armed group, believed to be affiliated with a security body, set fire to the vehicle of a man accused of assaulting residents and stealing aid supplies. Photo by Ramez Habboub/ABACAPRESS.COM