Apartment fire in DeKalb County displaces six families, kills a dog
A fire at a DeKalb County apartment building on October 10 displaced six families and killed a dog, while investigators look into the cause.
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House Fire on Merkling Street Injures Three, Kills Two Cats
A house fire on Merkling Street in Swedesboro on Oct 9 injured three people, one seriously, and killed two cats; firefighters and an air rescue helicopter responded while investigators examine the cause.
Firefighters Battle Early-Morning Blaze at Laveen Home
Firefighters contained an early‑morning house fire in Laveen, damaging the home and displacing six occupants.
Fire Chief Gives Battery Safety Tips for Fire Week
In October 2026, the Albany fire chief provided lithium‑ion battery safety advice to local residents as part of Fire Prevention Week, aiming to reduce household fire risks.
Two Firefighters Hospitalized After Squad Truck Flips in South LA
Two LAFD firefighters were hospitalized after their squad truck flipped onto its roof while responding to an emergency in South Los Angeles on Oct. 8, 2026.
Phoenix Fire Crews Contain Tire Fire, Shut 75th Avenue
Fire crews contained a tire fire at an auto shop on 75th Avenue near Indian School Road, leading to a temporary street closure. Such fires can spread rapidly and often require emergency action.
Man Injured in Scarborough E‑Bike Battery Fire
A fire likely caused by an e‑bike battery in a Scarborough residential building injured one man early Tuesday, prompting a response from Toronto Fire Services.
Resident Injured, Dog Killed in Canton House Fire
A fire at a Canton home on Oct. 4 injured a resident and killed a dog, and a second blaze occurred at the same address the following morning.
Two Main Street Fires Prompt Winnipeg Fire Response
Fire crews responded to two distinct fires on Main Street on October 4 and early October 5, deploying multiple crews to each incident.
Hay Barn Fire Destroys Structure in Gaithersburg, Firefighters Supply Water
A hay barn in Gaithersburg burned down on Monday, collapsing part of the structure, and firefighters had to transport water to fight the fire.
One Minor Injury Reported in Cherokee County House Fire
A house fire in Cherokee County on Oct. 3 caused a minor injury to one person, and the fire department quickly responded and provided medical assistance.
Kitchen fire creates smoke plume in River North
A kitchen fire on October 3 caused a dark smoke plume in River North, with the Chicago Fire Department responding and no injuries reported.
Two‑Alarm Fire Forces Evacuation of Six Families in Rosemont
A two‑alarm fire started in a laundromat on the ground floor of a three‑storey building in Rosemont‑La Petite‑Patrie on October 2, forcing the evacuation of six families.
Boston Council Approves Emergency Aid for Nubian Square Businesses
The Boston City Council unanimously passed an emergency resolution on October 1 directing city departments to aid businesses damaged by the six‑alarm fire at the Edison building in Nubian Square. The move follows the September 28 blaze that destroyed many local enterprises.
Man Arrested After Torch Sets Fire to Four Doors
A man was arrested for using a torch to ignite four doors at an Everett senior living home, saying he wanted to access a neighbor's apartment for marijuana.
Amazon Donates Ladder Truck in $10 Million Partnership
Amazon is funding a new ladder truck for a New Jersey fire department under a $10 million partnership, enhancing response capacity and job training.
Suspect Flees With Back on Fire, Police Detain Him
Police detained a suspect who fled with his back ablaze, causing personal injuries and damage to multiple vehicles and a house in Homestead.
Fire Destroys Roof of Coral Gables Home, Occupants Checked
A fire on Tuesday morning razed the roof of a Coral Gables home at 630 Solano Prado, and emergency crews checked the people inside.
House Fire in Accokeek Under Investigation
A house fire in Accokeek on September 30 was investigated after all occupants escaped unharmed.
Woman Dies, Two Firefighters Hurt in Manayunk Rowhome Fire
A Manayunk rowhome fire on Wednesday killed a woman and injured two firefighters.
