flexible tube used for delivering water or foam at high pressure, to fight fires
Firefighter taken to hospital after Bradford house fire: A firefighter was taken to hospital after a major blaze at a derelict house on Apsley Crescent ...
thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/26659179.firefighter-taken-hospital-bradford-house-fire/
S.Korean factory owner jailed for anal assault on Thai worker: A South Korean factory owner who injured an illegal Thai worker by inserting a compressed-air gun ...
bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/3339724/skorean-factory-owner-jailed-for-anal-assault-on-thai-worker
Nuclear bombs in the submarine, but a fire hose on the deck: Drone attacks are increasingly seen as a major threat. British nuclear submarines are reportedly now ...
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Devon Live Oct 08
Man charged with arson over Barnstaple CeX fire: The blaze severely damaged the store
devonlive.com/news/devon-news/man-charged-arson-over-barnstaple-11189631
Fire department in Wahrenbrück: Special vehicle lays up to 2,000 meters of hose: Major incidents and no water nearby? That means laying hoses over long distances ...
lr-online.de/lausitz/elsterwerda/verbandsgemeinde-liebenwerda-spezialwagen-legt-bis-zu-2000-meter-schlauch-aus-79537347.html
Ten years after the Bergmannsheil disaster: How safe are Bochum's hospitals today?
waz.de/lokales/bochum/article413234009/zehn-jahre-nach-dem-bergmannsheil-unglueck-wie-sicher-sind-bochums-krankenhaeuser-heute.html
Woman charged over 'life-endangering' Plympton flat fire: Bianca Crowe was arrested by officers following the incident
plymouthherald.co.uk/news/plymouth-news/woman-charged-over-life-endangering-11175285
A city fire inspector found 33 code violations at the Municipal Courthouse, including rooms with no sprinklers and empty fire hose cabinets ... Show more
Fire code violations found at courthouse Ginther plans to renovate | Exclusive
Fire code violations found at courthouse Ginther plans to renovate | Exclusive
A Ring camera captured the moment a black bear chased a man outside his home in Asheville, North Carolina.
James Pellerin said he had stepped outside to turn ... Show more
Major fire at Salvation Army centre in Coventry as man charged: Firefighters were called to Harnall Lifehouse in the early hours of Saturday
coventrytelegraph.net/news/coventry-news/major-fire-salvation-army-centre-34661770
Fire crews called to blaze in Hastings: Firefighters have been called to a blaze in Hastings, the fire service has reported.
sussexexpress.co.uk/news/emergency-incident/fire-crews-called-to-blaze-in-hastings-9123457
Melissa & Doug toys sold at Target recalled. See the affected products: A fire hose port on the recalled fire truck toys may come loose, posing a choking hazard ...
usatoday.com/story/money/2026/09/18/melissa-doug-toys-target-recall/91825060007/
Target recall alert: Melissa & Doug toy poses choking hazard: A children's toy sold at Target stores nationwide and online is being recalled due to a potential ...
newschannel5.com/life/recalls/target-recall-alert-melissa-doug-toy-poses-choking-hazard
The expected and unexpected work of a Cumbrian firefighter: When we think of a firefighter, how many of us conjure up a macho, daring stereotype?
nwemail.co.uk/news/26540276.expected-unexpected-work-cumbrian-firefighter/
Septic company employee charged with dumping sewage in Wicomico County: Maryland officials charged a Price & Son Septic employee with illegally dumping sewage on ...
baltimoresun.com/2026/09/04/wicomico-county-septic-worker-sewage-dumping-charges/
Road closures as fire sweeps through unit outside Birmingham city centre: Roads have been closed while the firefighting operation is underway
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/road-closures-fire-sweeps-through-34568479
McDonald's toilet fire in Telford in early hours leads to firefighter response: Firefighters scrambled in the early hours of Saturday (August 29)
shropshirestar.com/news/mcdonalds-toilet-fire-in-telford-in-early-hours-leads-to-firefighter-response-8948976
Burnley and Nelson firefighter lays down his hose after 27 year career with Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service
burnleyexpress.net/news/people/burnley-and-nelson-firefighter-lays-down-his-hose-after-27-year-career-with-lancashire-fire-and-rescue-service-8936116
Telford woodland blaze - crews rush to Dark Lane: Crews under pressure as fire calls soar
shropshirestar.com/news/telford-woodland-blaze-crews-rush-to-dark-lane-8937207
A Firefighter Family, 25 Years After 9/11: Kevin Dowdell, a lieutenant in an elite FDNY rescue unit, taught his sons to take action. When he disappeared on 9/11 ...
theatlantic.com/magazine/2026/09/fallen-september-11-firefighter-family/687964/
Woman appears in court on arson charge after fire ripped through homes: A woman has appeared in court after a fire ripped through two homes earlier this week.
suffolknews.co.uk/bury-st-edmunds/news/woman-appears-in-court-on-arson-charge-after-fire-ripped-thr-9479742/
Crews tackle farmland fire in Swallowfield near Reading: Firefighters are working to tackle a blaze on farmland in a village near Reading.
readingchronicle.co.uk/news/26481748.crews-tackle-farmland-fire-swallowfield-near-reading/
Derelict building 'completely destroyed' in major fire: Fareham and Portchester fire crews were part of a 60 firefighter response as a derelict care home was ...
dailyecho.co.uk/news/26477901.derelict-building-completely-destroyed-major-fire/
There was no boredom between furry friends and fire hoses: Whether walking dogs on leashes, grilling sausages over a campfire, or aiming with a fire hose: 50 ...
noen.at/mistelbach/ungerndorf-zwischen-fellnasen-und-feuerwehrstrahl-wurde-es-nicht-langweilig-535190505
A Firefighter Family, 25 Years After 9/11: Kevin Dowdell, a lieutenant in an elite FDNY rescue unit, taught his sons to take action. When he disappeared on 9/11 ...
theatlantic.com/magazine/2026/09/fallen-september-11-firefighter-family/687964/
A Superman costume, a fire hose, and a mission to protect his community. As wildfires spread across Indonesia's Central Kalimantan ... Show more
SFGATE Aug 14
MP18 fire in NorCal balloons to 4,605 acres, containment slips to 5%: On Friday, containment for the Humboldt County MP18 fire slipped from 10% on Wednesday to ...
sfgate.com/bayarea/article/northern-california-fire-containment-slips-22388854.php
Search and rescue operation under way after two firefighting helicopters collide in Greece - follow live
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Key FactsTwo Die as Firefighting Helicopters Collide Near Athens
Aug 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: pbs.org
- One Greek and one Danish crew member died in the crash, while the two survivors were Greek and British nationals.
- The fire began Friday near Agios Vasileios; 254 people were evacuated by sea on Friday and another 12 on Saturday.
- Nearly 500 firefighters and 23 aircraft were deployed, but powerful gusts partly prevented water collection from the sea; Kandili, Agia Skepi and Toutouli were evacuated.
- In southwestern France, the Gironde megafire remained within its perimeter Sunday after burning 420 square kilometers of forest in 10 days and forcing 224,000 people to flee.
A pristine forest, a paradise, was surrendered to the hands of the fire. There are no words to explain what has happened. Destruction. Total destruction.— Minas Tzortzanis, a local farmer, said Saturday, describing the impact of the wildfire near Megara, west of Athens.
Man charged with attempted murder in alleged lobster diving incident speaks out: A former Florida boating safety task force member is speaking out after he was ...
abcnews.com/GMA/News/man-charged-attempted-murder-alleged-lobster-diving-incident/story
For the welfare of the animals in the bear sanctuary: Horn fire department donates its fire hoses - | Horn
meinbezirk.at/horn/c-lokales/horner-feuerwehr-spendet-ihre-feuerwehrschlaeuche_a8827243
Fun, games, firefighting knowledge and cooling off
einbecker-morgenpost.de/einbeck/nachricht/spass-spiel-feuerwehrwissen-und-abkuhlung.html
Paid articlePaywall Firefighter celebrates three decades of dedication in service’s 30th anniversary year
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Nach Waldbrand bei Döbrichau: Feuerwehr Torgau reinigt Schläuche mit DDR-Technik: Sechs Kilometer Feuerwehrschläuche warten nach dem Waldbrand bei Döbrichau in ...
torgauerzeitung.de/lokales/nordsachsen/torgau/nach-waldbrand-bei-doebrichau-feuerwehr-torgau-reinigt-schlaeuche-mit-ddr-technik-QYDK7ZXUOVDIHDYTBSNF6Y2AEE.html
CNA Aug 03
Faulty dry rising main forced firefighters to haul hose up 8 floors in fatal Clementi fire
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/clementi-fire-faulty-riser-delay-6293766
The one-way trade in semiconductor stocks that has defined equity markets this year is coming unglued, triggering stomach-churning volatility as investors grow ... Show more
Wall Street’s Favorite Bet Comes Undone as Chips Whipsaw Market
Wall Street’s Favorite Bet Comes Undone as Chips Whipsaw Market
KCFD summer camp gets high school girls fired up for a future in first responding
kansascity.com/news/local/article316699810.html
Scientists: Climate change made Spain, France fires more likely: A firefighter carries a hose while battling a wildfire in San Martin de Valdeiglesias ...
globalnation.inquirer.net/333180/scientists-climate-change-made-spain-france-fires-more-likely
Major update on Tintwistle moor fires as crews continue to battle: The Tintwistle Moor fire broke out more than two weeks ago
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/major-update-tintwistle-moor-fires-34350003
Kington - dramatic video shows Hanter Hill fire tornado: A firefighter tackling the major wildfire on Hanter Hill near Kington captured dramatic footage of a ...
herefordtimes.com/news/26405574.kington---dramatic-video-shows-hanter-hill-fire-tornado/
Kerpen Fire Department: The Lifesavers of the Lifesavers: When firefighters themselves get into trouble during an operation, the new ANTS unit is deployed.
rundschau-online.de/region/rhein-erft/kerpen/feuerwehr-kerpen-die-lebensretter-der-lebensretter-1331051
This Handy Yard Solution Solves One Of The Most Annoying Parts Of Lawn Maintenance
huffpost.com/entry/retractable-gardening-hose-amazon-sale_l_6a5e619be4b06bbe43f27fb4
Fire at popular Essex beauty spot thought to have been started deliberately: It was put out within an hour
essexlive.news/news/essex-news/fire-popular-essex-beauty-spot-11069928
The Twin Cities sizzled Wednesday as smoke from northern wildfires crawled into the metro. In the afternoon, St. Paul Fire Department truck helped residents ... Show more
Mid Wales father and daughter firefighters mark 64 years of combined service: Mid Wales father and daughter firefighters mark 64 years of combined service
shropshirestar.com/news/powys-father-and-daughter-firefighters-mark-64-years-of-combined-service-8799955
Wildfire breaks out near airport - updates: Crews remain at the scene
cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/wildfire-breaks-out-near-lands-11061504
Wet Performance Competition in Lähn-Wengle: Top Performances with the Fire Hose - | Reutte
meinbezirk.at/reutte/c-lokales/hochstleistungen-mit-dem-feuerwehrschlauch_a8794827
This father and daughter from Wales have been saving lives in their hometown - with over 64 years of combined service ❤️
Watch Manager, Bryan Davies ... Show more
Heroic Lancs firefighters rescue frightened dog from Preston house fire: Not all heroes wear capes.
lep.co.uk/news/heroic-lancs-firefighters-rescue-frightened-dog-from-preston-house-fire-8793067
Dovestone firefighters tackling huge blaze move into 'offensive operation' as firework footage reviewed
manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/dovestone-fire-operation-firework-footage-34280642
Fifty years of service to community celebrated: If there is one lesson Senior Firefighter Brian Anderson has to share with new firefighters ...
odt.co.nz/southland/fifty-years-service-community-celebrated
CBR Jul 11
10 Greatest One Piece Cards of All Time Judged By Their Art: The One Piece Trading Card Game contains some of the finest tabletop art, and these ten units are ...
cbr.com/greatest-one-piece-tcg-card-art-of-all-time/
Help! I Refueled My Rental Car, but Enterprise Charged Me Anyway.: A traveler to Germany returned his vehicle with slightly more gas than it had when he picked ...
nytimes.com/2026/07/09/travel/help-i-refueled-my-rental-car-but-enterprise-charged-me-anyway.html
North Saxony's largest washing machine cleans fire hoses at record speed in Belgern
torgauerzeitung.de/lokales/nordsachsen/torgau/groesste-waschmaschine-nordsachsens-reinigt-in-belgern-feuerwehrschlaeuche-im-rekordtempo-NWPJE2IM7FBQLP3UTLFRDD5BRI.html
LA firefighters told a woman she couldn’t pass their fire scene. They doused her car when she pushed through anyway
wegotthiscovered.com/social-media/la-firefighters-told-a-woman-she-couldnt-pass-their-fire-scene-they-doused-her-car-when-she-pushed-through-anyway/
Best Waterless Car-Wash Sprays, Tested: If you don't have time for a full wash, one of these waterless car-wash sprays will get the job done without the hassle ...
caranddriver.com/car-accessories/g71681099/best-waterless-car-wash-tested/
South Gloucestershire recycling centre shut after fire: It's apologised to users
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/south-gloucestershire-recycling-centre-shut-11036171
Cool ideas for 37 degrees: from fire hoses to Christmas spirit: On Saturday, temperatures in Hamm climbed to 37 degrees Celsius in the shade ...
wa.de/hamm/37-grad-in-hamm-feuerwehr-faehrt-deutlich-mehr-einsaetze-als-ueblich-94372906.html
A little reminder - | today the summer festival takes place from 12 pm to 5 pm at the Eilenriede Forest Station 🌳🦋. Due to the high temperatures ... Show more
Summer festival at the forest station - | Hannover.de
Summer festival at the forest station - | Hannover.de
They're used to the heat: Firefighter couple gets married in 34-degree heat in Braunschweig
braunschweiger-zeitung.de/niedersachsen/braunschweig/article412401704/sie-sind-hitze-gewohnt-feuerwehr-paar-heiratet-bei-34-grad-in-braunschweig.html
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Steam finally found a way to recommend new games that doesn't feel like I'm getting KO'd by a fire hose
pcgamer.com/games/steam-finally-found-a-way-to-recommend-new-games-that-doesnt-feel-like-im-getting-kod-by-a-fire-hose/
Firefighter Challenge returns to Northamptonshire to test lifesaving skills of competitors
northamptonchron.co.uk/your-world/firefighter-challenge-returns-to-northamptonshire-to-test-lifesaving-skills-of-competitors-8755012
Charges dropped just before trial in blaze that killed CFD firefighter: Cook County prosecutors have dropped charges against two men who were accused of starting ...
chicagotribune.com/2026/06/15/charges-dropped-arson/
An Underrated Sitcom That’s a Fire Hose of Funny: Culture and entertainment recommendations including Stath Lets Flats, zombie films, a vintage Paddington Bear ...
theatlantic.com/newsletters/2026/06/search-party-john-early-solitaire-culture-entretainment-recs/687538/
I’m Not Saying This Garden Hose Changed My Life — But It Also Kind Of Did: Never fight with your hose again.
huffpost.com/entry/retractable-garden-hose-amazon-ud_l_69d947d6e4b048dba44d2335
China’s foreign minister spokesperson Mao Ning on Thursday (June 4) posted a video on X, showcasing a new firefighting drone said to be able to reach the 33rd ... Show more
'Chivalry not dead' says prosecutor in Carlisle theft case: A CARLISLE fuel thief took sole blame after being jointly charged with a woman — prompting a ...
newsandstar.co.uk/news/26157164.chivalry-not-dead-says-prosecutor-carlisle-theft-case/
Who cuts fire hoses in Seubrigshausen?: Last week, unknown persons cut three hoses belonging to the Seubrigshausen fire department. Commander Michael Diez ...
fraenkischertag.de/lokales/landkreis-bad-kissingen/blaulicht/feuerwehr-seubrigshausen-unbekannte-zerschneiden-schlaeuche-art-550627
Paid articlePaywall 'Drink-driver' named and charged after car leaves road and catches fire near Wadebridge
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FDNY Lt. Michael Conboy retires after 41 years: ‘I’m truly one of the lucky ones.’
nydailynews.com/2026/05/16/fdny-lt-michael-conboy-retires-after-41-years-im-truly-one-of-the-lucky-ones/
for some students May 14
Mario Canseco: British Columbians back stricter penalties on emergency vehicle violations, poll finds
biv.com/news/mario-canseco-british-columbians-back-stricter-penalties-on-emergency-vehicle-violations-poll-finds-12265226
Firefighting operation pictures following blaze at former Newcastle snooker club: The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service is in attendance on New Bridge Street ...
chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/gallery/pictures-show-newcastle-firefighting-operation-33922729
Tree-lined avenue in Bad Windsheim is being "flooded": This is what's behind the water campaign
flz.de/baumallee-in-bad-windsheim-wird-geflutet-das-steckt-hinter-der-wasser-aktion/cnt-id-ps-feee1b0c-99f9-47fe-8fb2-dba0b2f5ea40
Paid articlePaywall Mercedes car seen with petrol nozzle still in tank in Hereford: YOU don't often spot something this bizzare every day.
herefordtimes.com/news/26062311.mercedes-car-seen-petrol-nozzle-still-tank-hereford/
LAFD's culture of obedience runs deep. Firefighters say they fear retaliation from bosses
latimes.com/california/story/2026-04-23/lafds-culture-of-obedience-runs-deep-firefighters-say-they-fear-retaliation-from-bosses
TWZ Apr 22
X-BAT Autonomous VTOL ‘Fighter’ Looks Dramatically Different: Development of X-BAT is accelerating, including the use of a thrust vectoring nozzle from an ...
twz.com/air/x-bat-autonomous-vtol-fighter-looks-dramatically-different
