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US: Pack Fire Burns Nearly 2,000 Acres in Mono County, California

A wildfire in Mono County, California, destroyed more that two dozen structures and burned 1,974 acres near McGee Creek Road and Highway 395. The Pack Fire, which started on November 13, prompted mandatory evacuations in Long Valley and McGee Creek, affecting around 1,800 residents, while nearby communities remained under warnings. As of the evening of November 17, the fire was 83% contained, with 614 firefighters and multiple air tankers deployed. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

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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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US: California’s Garnet Fire Burns 57,000 Acres in Sierra Nevada, Forces Evacuations

The Garnet Fire, sparked by lightning on August 24 in the Sierra National Forest near Garnet Dike, central California has burned about 57,000 acres and is 15% contained. Fire activity remains intense, particularly on the northwestern front, where crews are struggling with steep terrain that limits the use of heavy equipment. Mandatory evacuation orders are in place for multiple zones, with warnings in surrounding areas. Road closures affect McKinley Grove Road and sections of Trimmer Springs Road.

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US: Coyote Fire Spreads in El Dorado County, California

The Coyote Fire started on August 20, 2025, around 2:16 p.m., near Cedar Creek Road and Coyoteville Lane in Somerset, located in El Dorado County, California. By approximately 7 p.m., the wildfire had burned around 400 acres, rapidly spreading from an initial 60 acres earlier in the afternoon. Cal Fire reports evacuation warnings are in place for areas including Omo Ranch Road to Farnham Ridge Road, cautioning that the situation may escalate to mandatory evacuation.

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US: Coyote Fire Spreads in El Dorado County, California 2

The Coyote Fire started on August 20, 2025, around 2:16 p.m., near Cedar Creek Road and Coyoteville Lane in Somerset, located in El Dorado County, California. By approximately 7 p.m., the wildfire had burned around 400 acres, rapidly spreading from an initial 60 acres earlier in the afternoon. Cal Fire reports evacuation warnings are in place for areas including Omo Ranch Road to Farnham Ridge Road, cautioning that the situation may escalate to mandatory evacuation.

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US: White Sage Fire in AZ Forces Evacuations of Grand Canyon’s North Rim, Jacob Lake 2

A rapidly growing White Sage Fire, which started on July 9 approximately 15 miles southeast of Fredonia on Bureau of Land Management lands, has expanded to nearly 50,000 acres with zero containment as of July 14. This has prompted mandatory evacuations along the Grand Canyon's North Rim and for Jacob Lake, leading the National Park Service to close the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

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US: White Sage Fire in AZ Forces Evacuations of Grand Canyon’s North Rim, Jacob Lake

A rapidly growing White Sage Fire, which started on July 9 approximately 15 miles southeast of Fredonia on Bureau of Land Management lands, has expanded to an estimated 1,000 acres with zero containment as of July 10. This has prompted mandatory evacuations along the Grand Canyon's North Rim and for Jacob Lake, leading the National Park Service to close the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

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US: Wolf Fire Breaks Out, Prompting Mandatory Evacuations in Riverside County, California

The Wolf Fire, a quickly-growing brush fire, broke out near Banning, Riverside County, on Sunday, June 29, prompting a mandatory evacuation order and an evacuation warning for the area.

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US: Wolf Fire Breaks Out, Prompting Mandatory Evacuations in Riverside County, California 2

The Wolf Fire, a quickly-growing brush fire, broke out near Banning, Riverside County, on Sunday, June 29, prompting a mandatory evacuation order and an evacuation warning for the area.

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Canada: Convoy of Evacuees Arrives in Opaskwayak Cree Nation Amid Wildfires

Thousands of people in Manitoba have been forced to evacuate as massive, out-of-control wildfires sweep through the province, prompting a monthlong state of emergency. This video, recorded Wednesday, May 28, shows a convoy of evacuees arriving in the areas surrounding Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN), The Pas, and the Rural Municipality of Kelsey.

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Mexico: Smoke Incident Forces Evacuation at Portal San Ángel Shopping Center in CDMX

On Wednesday, May 28, a smoke incident at the Portal San Ángel shopping center in Mexico City activated security alerts and forced more than 800 people to evacuate. Authorities reported no injuries, stating the incident was caused by an electrical failure in the engine room.

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Mexico: Smoke Incident Forces Evacuation at Portal San Ángel Shopping Center in CDMX 2

On Wednesday, May 28, a smoke incident at the Portal San Ángel shopping center in Mexico City activated security alerts and forced more than 800 people to evacuate. Authorities reported no injuries, stating the incident was caused by an electrical failure in the engine room.

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Singapore: Fire at Industrial Building Causes Injury, Evacuations

A fire broke out at a three-storey industrial building in Tampines, Singapore on May 9, sending dark plumes of smoke and ash into the sky, injuring one person and prompting evacuations from nearby workplaces and a school.

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US: Kentucky Homes Underwater as Severe Flooding Hits 2

Catastrophic flooding has continued across Kentucky following prolonged heavy rains. This video filmed on Tuesday, April 8, shows flooded community around Grayson Lake.

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US: Kentucky Homes Underwater as Severe Flooding Hits 3

Catastrophic flooding has continued across Kentucky following prolonged heavy rains. This video filmed on Tuesday, April 8, shows flooded community around Grayson Lake.

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US: Kentucky Homes Underwater as Severe Flooding Hits

Catastrophic flooding has continued across Kentucky following prolonged heavy rains. This video filmed on Tuesday, April 8, shows flooded community around Grayson Lake.

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US: Aerial View of Severe Flooding in Dyer County, Tennessee

Dyer County in Tennessee faced severe flooding as the Obion River overflowed, prompting mandatory evacuations and a disaster declaration on Monday, April 7. Dyersburg Mayor John Holden reported on Wednesday morning that water levels were gradually decreasing in areas like South Dyersburg.

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US: Major Flooding Forces Water Rescues in Dyersburg, Tennessee

Days of heavy rain and severe storms caused some rivers in the South and Midwest to rise to near-record levels, inundating parts of the region. Major flooding in northern Tennessee prompted mandatory evacuation orders, and more than 20 residents were rescued in Dyer County on Monday, April 7.

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US: Rescue Efforts Underway in Kentucky as Catastrophic Flooding Continues

Rescue efforts were underway as catastrophic flooding persisted across Kentucky on Monday, April 7. Prolonged heavy rains caused rivers to reach near-record levels, with evacuations ordered in several areas.

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US: Evacuation Order Issued for OC Canyon Communities Due to Mudslide Risk

A mandatory evacuation order was issued for Orange County canyon communities near the Airport Fire burn scar on Wednesday night, March 12, as heavy rains pounded the region, increasing the possibility of debris flows and mudslides. The National Weather Service also issued a flood watch for the area. This video, taken on Thursday, shows damage from the downpour on Trabuco Canyon Road in Trabuco Canyon, with rocks and trees washed away.

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Canada: Two Critically Injured After Explosion Triggers Fire In Langley, B.C.

A fire broke out in Langley, B.C., on Friday, February 28, after an explosion, leaving two people critically injured. The blaze spread, damaging nearby homes and prompting the evacuation of residents in the surrounding area.

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France: Fire At Champs-Élysées Theater In Paris Triggers Mass Evacuation

A fire broke out at the Champs-Élysées theater in Paris on Friday, February 14. The blaze started in the basement kitchen, leading to the evacuation of around 1,500 people. No casualties were reported.

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France: Fire At Champs-Élysées Theater In Paris Triggers Mass Evacuation 2

A fire broke out at the Champs-Élysées theater in Paris on Friday, February 14. The blaze started in the basement kitchen, leading to the evacuation of around 1,500 people. No casualties were reported.

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US: Multiple Wildfires Break Out In Western North Carolina

Three wildfires, Crooked Creek fire, North Fork fire, and Watson Place fire, broke out in McDowell County, Western North Carolina, prompting evacuation orders for some areas. As of 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 29, Crooked Creek fire has burned 250 acres with 15 percent contained.

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US: New Brush Fire Breaks Out In L.A.’s Sepulveda Pass 4

A new brush fire broke out along the 405 Freeway in the Sepulveda Pass, California on Wednesday night, January 22, prompting mandatory evacuation orders for nearby residential areas.

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US: New Brush Fire Breaks Out In L.A.’s Sepulveda Pass 3

A new brush fire broke out along the 405 Freeway in the Sepulveda Pass, California on Wednesday night, January 22, prompting mandatory evacuation orders for nearby residential areas.

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US: Death Toll Rises As California Wildfires Expand In Los Angeles 3

Fierce wildfires continued to rage in the greater Los Angeles area amid dry conditions and high winds, leaving at least 25 people dead as of Tuesday, January 14. The flames destroyed thousands of structures, forcing approximately 88,000 people to remain under mandatory evacuation orders.

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US: Death Toll Rises As California Wildfires Expand In Los Angeles 4

Fierce wildfires continued to rage in the greater Los Angeles area amid dry conditions and high winds, leaving at least 25 people dead as of Tuesday, January 14. The flames destroyed thousands of structures, forcing approximately 88,000 people to remain under mandatory evacuation orders.

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US: Sunset Fire Ignites In Hollywood Hills, Triggering Mandatory Evacuation Orders 8

A brush fire, dubbed the Sunset Fire, broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening, January 8, triggering mandatory evacuation orders. The Los Angeles Fire Department fully contained the fire, and all evacuation orders were lifted.

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US: Sunset Fire Ignites In Hollywood Hills, Triggering Mandatory Evacuation Orders 7

A brush fire, dubbed the Sunset Fire, broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening, January 8, triggering mandatory evacuation orders. The Los Angeles Fire Department fully contained the fire, and all evacuation orders were lifted.

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US: Sunset Fire Ignites In Hollywood Hills, Triggering Mandatory Evacuation Orders 6

A brush fire, dubbed the Sunset Fire, broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening, January 8, triggering mandatory evacuation orders. The Los Angeles Fire Department fully contained the fire, and all evacuation orders were lifted.

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US: Sunset Fire Ignites In Hollywood Hills, Triggering Mandatory Evacuation Orders 5

A brush fire, dubbed the Sunset Fire, broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening, January 8, triggering mandatory evacuation orders.

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US: Sunset Fire Ignites In Hollywood Hills, Triggering Mandatory Evacuation Orders

A brush fire, dubbed the Sunset Fire, broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening, January 8, triggering mandatory evacuation orders.

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US: Sunset Fire Ignites In Hollywood Hills, Triggering Mandatory Evacuation Orders 2

A brush fire, dubbed the Sunset Fire, broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday evening, January 8, triggering mandatory evacuation orders.

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US: Hurst Fire Breaks Out In Sylmar, Los Angeles 3

The Hurst Fire erupted near Sylmar, a northern neighborhood of Los Angeles, on Tuesday evening, January 7, as multiple wildfires raged across Los Angeles County, fueled by high winds. The fire has scorched 500 acres, prompting evacuation orders.

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US: Strong Winds Shake Traffic Light In Sylmar As Wildfires Rage Across LA County

A traffic light in Sylmar, the northernmost neighborhood of Los Angeles, was seen shaking from high winds as multiple wildfires raged across Los Angeles County, fueled by the winds on Tuesday, January 7.

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US: Hurst Fire Breaks Out In Sylmar, Los Angeles 2

The Hurst Fire erupted near Sylmar, a northern neighborhood of Los Angeles, on Tuesday evening, January 7, as multiple wildfires raged across Los Angeles County, fueled by high winds. The fire has scorched 500 acres, prompting evacuation orders.

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US: Hurst Fire Breaks Out In Sylmar, Los Angeles

The Hurst Fire erupted near Sylmar, a northern neighborhood of Los Angeles, on Tuesday evening, January 7, as multiple wildfires raged across Los Angeles County, fueled by high winds. The fire has scorched 500 acres, prompting evacuation orders.

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US: Franklin Fire Rages, Forcing Thousands To Evacuate In Malibu, California 2

The Franklin Fire in Malibu, California, which erupted on Monday evening, December 9, has burned more than 4,000 acres and is 30 percent contained as of Thursday, according to the CAL FIRE website. Approximately 18,000 people and 8,100 homes and businesses were placed under evacuation orders or warnings.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - An elderly woman gets out of a bus at an evacuation point during the arrival of people from the Kupiansk community, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine. Mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - An elderly woman has a hot drink at an evacuation point during the arrival of people from the Kupiansk community, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine. Mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - A volunteer supports an elderly woman at an evacuation point during the arrival of people from the Kupiansk community, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine. Mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - People from the Kupiansk community arrive at an evacuation point as mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - An elderly man gets help with papers at an evacuation point during the arrival of people from the Kupiansk community, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine. Mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - A woman holds a white cat at an evacuation point during the arrival of people from the Kupiansk community, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine. Mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - People from the Kupiansk community arrive at an evacuation point as mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - People from the Kupiansk community arrive at an evacuation point as mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine.

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Civilians evacuated from region arrive in Kharkiv

KHARKIV, UKRAINE - OCTOBER 17, 2024 - People from the Kupiansk community arrive at an evacuation point as mandatory evacuation from four communities in Kharkiv region has kicked off due to hostilities, Kharkiv, northeastern Ukraine.