Fire

At least four killed in major fire at Canadian military base

At least four people were killed and 39 seriously injured in a fire at an Alberta military base, as firefighters battled fierce winds overnight to contain the blaze.

A view near the entrance of the Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright military base, in Wainwright, Alberta, Canada, on October 18, 2026.
Grain elevators at a small town in rural Alberta, which is home to the majority of Albertans who, according to recent polling data, want to vote in favour of an upcoming non-binding referendum for Alberta to separate from Canada, in Mossleigh, Alberta, Canada, October 17, 2026.

Fatalities reported after 'serious incident' triggers major fire at Canadian military base

People gather near a fire as plumes of black smoke rise, amid an anti-government protest by students, in Tirana, Albania, October 14, 2026.

Albanian Education Ministry set ablaze during anti-corruption student riot as protests spread

The fire in Beitar Illit that caused serious injury to a 10-year-old child, October 14, 2026.

Child, 10, killed after dumpster fire triggers explosion in Beitar Illit


Fire breaks out at London's largest kosher supermarket, police say non-suspicious

LFB said the building was producing “a significant amount of smoke” and urged people in the area to keep windows and doors closed.

Firefighters are pictured in the Golders Green neighbourhood of north London on March 23, 2026, after volunteer ambulances run by a Jewish organisation were set on fire overnight.

Man wanted for questioning lights himself on fire as police arrive in Herzliya

The suspect was evacuated to a hospital in serious condition, with police opening an inquiry into the circumstances of the incident.

A display of new firefighting vehicles outside the Knesset, the Israeli parliament on December 31, 2013.

One dead, 36 injured in explosion following fire at New York City dry dock

Two firefighters were hospitalized, including a fire marshal who suffered a fractured temple and a brain bleed and was intubated, officials said.

New York firefighters. (Ilustrative)

Firefighters battle blaze near Beit She’an, northern Israel, as aircraft work to contain flames

Afula station commander Deputy Fire Chief Asher Biton said the combined work of ground crews and firefighting aircraft helped limit the spread of the blaze.

Firefighters work to extinguish blaze near Beit Shean, May 19, 2026.

Frontier Airlines jet hits person crossing runway during takeoff at Denver Airport

One of the plane’s engines appears to be coated in blood, according to a photograph circulating on social media.

A Frontier Airlines Airbus A321neo; illustrative.

Kehillat Israel Synagogue to reopen after damage from Palisades fire

After 16 months, Kehillat Israel Synagogue will reopen following the Palisades fire. The rededication ceremony marks a new chapter for the congregation’s return home.

 Kehillat Israel Synagogue set to reopen. May 8, 2026.

Man sets Ramat Gan cafe on fire after threatening owner over Saturday opening

Ramat Gan Mayor Carmel Shama-Hacohen condemned the arson, stating that it was not only an attack on the cafe, but a direct attack on “the character of Ramat Gan as a city of liberty for everyone.”

Israeli firefighters applaud medical staff battling coronavirus outside the Ichilov hospital in Tel Aviv on April 7, 2020.

Over 20 people taken to hospital during Mt. Meron Lag Ba'omer celebration - report

Among the injured was a 50-year-old man in moderate condition who had suffered a head injury. The remaining 22 were in light condition, suffering from weakness, fainting, and light bruising.

People watch on as bonfires burn for Lag Ba'omer on May 4, 2026.

Israel not equipped to put out electric vehicle fires, Fire and Rescue Commissioner says

When lithium-ion batteries enter thermal runaway, the fire can only be contained, not stopped, explained Israeli Fire and Rescue Commissioner Eyal Caspi.

Security and rescue forces at the scene where an electric vehicle caught fire from its battery in Tel Aviv, July 29, 2024.

Ahead of Lag Ba’omer: The danger of bonfires – this is how you treat injuries

On Monday, tens of thousands are expected to celebrate Lag Ba’omer with bonfires across the country. MDA warns of the danger of injuries from the burning fire.

Lag Ba’omer