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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.

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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.

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US: Fire Alarm Forces Evacuation at Dallas Love Field, Flights Delayed

An HVAC malfunction triggered a fire alarm at Dallas Love Field Airport on Tuesday, January 13, forcing a terminal evacuation, prompting a temporary ground stop, and delaying nearly 200 flights. Officials said no fire or injuries were reported, and TSA screening later reopened after the alarm was cleared.

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US: Massive Structure Fire Reported Near Glendale in Denver 2

A third-alarm fire was reported at the construction site on Leetsdale Drive and Holly Street in Denver on Friday night, January 2, forcing road closures. This is a developing story.

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Philippines: Three Injured as Third-Alarm Fire Breaks Out in Pasay City

A third-alarm fire tore through a residential area in Pasay City, Metro Manila on Saturday afternoon, December 27, injuring three people. The Bureau of Fire Protection reported that the fire destroyed around 100 houses, prompting approximately 200 families to be displaced.

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US: Three-Alarm Fire Breaks Out at Historic Waterfront Building in Portland, Maine

A massive three-alarm fire broke out on Friday evening, December 26, at Custom House Wharf on the historic working waterfront in Portland, Maine. The cause of the fire and whether anyone has been injured were unknown as of writing.

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

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.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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US: Massive Warehouse Fire Rages in Baltimore’s Remington Neighborhood

A four-alarm fire engulfed a commercial warehouse in Baltimore’s Remington neighborhood near 23rd Street and Hampden Avenue on November 7, 2025, sending a massive plume of smoke over the city. The blaze led to the evacuation of 23 nearby residents just 50 feet away, but no injuries were reported among civilians or firefighters.

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China: Luggage Catches Fire on Airplane, Cabin Crew Puts Out Blaze

On October 18, 2025, in Zhejiang, located in eastern China, a sudden fire broke out in a piece of luggage stored inside the cabin of an airplane. Passengers shouted in alarm as smoke filled the air for a moment. A flight attendant quickly rushed over with a fire extinguisher and managed to put out the flames, preventing further danger.

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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.

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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.

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[Breaking News]United plane after emergency landing

OSAKA, Japan, Sept. 15 Kyodo - Video shows a United Airlines Boeing 737 plane during an investigation by Japan Transport Safety Board officers at Kansai International Airport in Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, on Sept. 14, 2025, two days after it made an emergency landing after reporting a fire alarm in its cargo hold. (Kyodo)

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United plane after emergency landing

Japan Transport Safety Board officer Mitsuru Takahashi meets the press at Kansai International Airport in Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, on Sept. 14, 2025, after investigating a United Airlines Boeing 737 plane that made an emergency landing after reporting a fire alarm in its cargo hold two days earlier.

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United plane after emergency landing

Japan Transport Safety Board officers enter a United Airlines Boeing 737 plane to conduct an investigation at Kansai International Airport in Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, on Sept. 14, 2025, two days after it made an emergency landing after reporting a fire alarm in its cargo hold.

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United plane after emergency landing

Photo shows a United Airlines Boeing 737 plane during an investigation by Japan Transport Safety Board officers at Kansai International Airport in Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, on Sept. 14, 2025, two days after it made an emergency landing after reporting a fire alarm in its cargo hold.

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United plane after emergency landing

Japan Transport Safety Board officers investigate a United Airlines Boeing 737 plane at Kansai International Airport in Osaka Prefecture, western Japan, on Sept. 14, 2025, two days after it made an emergency landing after reporting a fire alarm in its cargo hold.

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US: Brush Fire Burns 10 Acres in Antioch, California, Prompts Health Advisory

A three-alarm brush fire known as the Willow Fire broke out in Antioch, California, on Tuesday, July 15, burning at least 10 acres near Oakley Road and Willow Avenue. Thick black smoke spread across the area, prompting Contra Costa County officials to issue a public health advisory at 5:45 p.m. for nearby communities. By around 6 p.m., firefighters managed to contain the fire's perimeter, and the advisory was lifted at 8 p.m. No serious injuries were reported.

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US: 3-Alarm Fire Erupts at Dolphin Village’s CVS Pharmacy in St. Pete Beach, FL

A three-alarm fire erupted at the CVS Pharmacy store at the Dolphin Village shopping center in St. Pete Beach, Florida around 2:45 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13. The flame spread quickly, forcing evacuations of the nearby stores. No injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.

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US: 2 Injured as Fire at Porta-Potty Plant in Queens, NYC

A 2-alarm fire broke out at porta-potties manufacturing facility in Queens, New York City on Sunday, April 27, leaving two injured, including a firefighter.

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Philippines: 5 Alarm Fire Erupts at Industrial Establishment in Valenzuela 2

A fire broke out at an industrial establishment on T. Santiago Street in Valenzuela City at 5:25 p.m. on Friday, April 18. The blaze rapidly escalated, reaching the fifth alarm by 7:21 p.m. Firefighters are currently on site working to extinguish the fire.

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US: Four Injured as Fire Engulfs Apartment Building in Astoria, Queens on Easter Sunday

A large fire erupted in Queens, New York City, on Easter morning, April 20, engulfing a three-story apartment building on 31st Avenue in Astoria. 4 injuries were reported. The cause is under investigation.

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UK: Fire Alarm Triggers Evacuation at London’s Marylebone Station

London’s Marylebone Station was evacuated in the evening of April 1. According to reports, the evacuation was sparked by a fire alarm. Train services were either delayed or canceled.

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National Safety Education Day for Primary and Secondary School Students

Primary school students practice making fire alarm calls at the Youth Palace in Yantai, East China's Shandong province on March 30, 2025.

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Canada: 3-Alarm Fire Erupts in Yorkville, Cause Considered Suspicious

A 3-alarm fire erupted at a construction site on Scollard St., near Bay St. and Davenport Rd., early Wednesday morning, March 5th. The flames destroyed multiple homes. Police confirm that the blaze is considered suspicious and is under further investigation.

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US: Two-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At Abandoned Warehouse In Bakersfield, CA

A two-alarm fire broke out at an abandoned warehouse filled with plastic recycling materials in east Bakersfield, California, on Wednesday, January 29. No injuries were reported.

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US: Several Injured After Fire Engulfs Bronx Apartment Early Morning

Seven people, including five firefighters, were reportedly injured after a massive fire tore through an apartment building in the Bronx early Friday morning, January 10. The fire broke out just before 2:00 a.m. on Wallace Avenue near Arnow Avenue in Allerton, East Bronx. The blaze was declared a five-alarm fire.

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Hong Kong: 3 Alarm Fire Erupts At Shipyard In Aberdeen

A three-alarm fire broke out at a shipyard on Friday, December 6. The flames were located at 17 to 20 Shum Wan Road. According to reports, there were no injuries at the time, but an evacuation order was issued.

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Hong Kong: 3 Alarm Fire Erupts At Shipyard In Aberdeen 2

A three-alarm fire broke out at a shipyard on Friday, December 6. The flames were located at 17 to 20 Shum Wan Road. According to reports, there were no injuries at the time, but an evacuation order was issued.

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Japan: Fire Breaks Out At High-Rise Building In Shibuya, Tokyo

A fire broke out at a high-rise building in Shibuya, central Tokyo, on Monday, October 21, while someone was venting spray cans on the 19th-floor balcony. A male worker in his forties suffered a minor burn, according to reports.

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US: Keller Fire Burns Homes, Prompting Evacuations In Oakland Hills, California 2

A five-alarm brush fire broke out near Interstate 580 in the Oakland Hills, California, on Friday, October 18, amid a red flag warning in effect for the Bay Area due to dry and windy conditions. The fire burned at least two homes, prompting evacuation orders and causing power outages in the area. No injuries were reported.

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US: Keller Fire Burns Homes, Prompting Evacuations In Oakland Hills, California

A five-alarm brush fire broke out near Interstate 580 in the Oakland Hills, California, on Friday, October 18, amid a red flag warning in effect for the Bay Area due to dry and windy conditions. The fire burned at least two homes, prompting evacuation orders and causing power outages in the area. No injuries were reported.

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US: Large Fire Breaks Out In Downtown Baltimore, Damaging Buildings

A five-alarm fire broke out in downtown Baltimore on Sunday, September 22, affecting six buildings, including one residential building and five businesses. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation. Officials closed roads and suspended light-rail service in the downtown area.

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US: Massive Fire Engulfs Old Mill In Woonsocket, Rhode Island

A massive fire tore through an old mill in Woonsocket, Rhode Island on early Monday, July 29. The four-alarm fire engulfed the vacant building before 1 a.m. on Privilege Street.

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US: Massive Fire Engulfs Old Mill In Woonsocket, Rhode Island 2

A massive fire tore through an old mill in Woonsocket, Rhode Island on early Monday, July 29. The four-alarm fire engulfed the vacant building before 1 a.m. on Privilege Street.

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US: 2-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At First Baptist Church In Downtown Dallas

A two-alarm fire broke out at First Baptist Church in downtown Dallas on Friday evening, July 19. There have been no reports of injuries.

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US: 2-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At First Baptist Church In Downtown Dallas 2

A two-alarm fire broke out at First Baptist Church in downtown Dallas on Friday evening, July 19. There have been no reports of injuries.

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US: 2-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At First Baptist Church In Downtown Dallas 4

A two-alarm fire broke out at First Baptist Dallas, a Baptist megachurch in the downtown area, on Friday evening, July 19. There have been no reports of injuries.

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US: 2-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At First Baptist Church In Downtown Dallas 3

A two-alarm fire broke out at First Baptist Church in downtown Dallas on Friday evening, July 19. There have been no reports of injuries.

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US: 2-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At First Baptist Church In Downtown Dallas 5

A two-alarm fire broke out at First Baptist Dallas, a Baptist megachurch in the downtown area, on Friday evening, July 19. There have been no reports of injuries.

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US: 2-Alarm Fire Breaks Out At First Baptist Church In Downtown Dallas 6

A two-alarm fire broke out at First Baptist Dallas, a Baptist megachurch in the downtown area, on Friday evening, July 19. There have been no reports of injuries.

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Italy: Fire Breaks Out On Camaldoli Hill In Naples 4

A forest fire broke out on the Camaldoli hill in the Soccavo area of Naples on Wednesday, June 19. The fire spread rapidly fanned by winds and caused alarm among the residents.

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Italy: Fire Breaks Out On Camaldoli Hill In Naples 3

A forest fire broke out on the Camaldoli hill in the Soccavo area of Naples on Wednesday, June 19. The fire spread rapidly fanned by winds and caused alarm among the residents.

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Italy: Fire Breaks Out On Camaldoli Hill In Naples 2

A forest fire broke out on the Camaldoli hill in the Soccavo area of Naples on Wednesday, June 19. The fire spread rapidly fanned by winds and caused alarm among the residents.

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Italy: Fire Breaks Out On Camaldoli Hill In Naples

A forest fire broke out on the Camaldoli hill in the Soccavo area of Naples on Wednesday, June 19. The fire spread rapidly fanned by winds and caused alarm among the residents.