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Meet Joey: Rescue dog credited with finding 3 survivors up for hero award

When disaster strikes, concrete dust and debris cover everything in sight, and finding someone alive can seem an almost impossible task. That impossible task is what Joey, a 2-year-old Labrador Retriever with a nose for the impossible and months of specialized training, was trained to do.

The Times of India

Two Wildfires Hit Quito in One Day — Here's How Much Damage They Left Behind

A wildfire in Quito's La Vicentina district burned an estimated 5 hectares before being controlled, as officials suspect human negligence sparked it.

Latin Times

Beverly Hills sues estate of woman found living in human waste

The city is seeking a court order to remediate the hazardous conditions, which threaten neighboring residents and others

The Independent UK

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Lineage and Fire Chief Said There Was No Ammonia Leak. Real-Time Logs Tell a Different Story.

Weeks later, Lineage’s own data — buried in online reports — shows some unsafe ammonia levels in Boyle Heights.

Capital & Main

U.S. Rushes Elite Rescuers, Starlink Terminals, and Warships Into Venezuela's Disaster Zone

The U.S. pledges $150M, warships, rescue teams and Starlink terminals to quake-hit Venezuela in its biggest relief push since USAID closed.

Latin Times

Big relief for residents: HC tells builder to demolish illegal construction in setback area over missing fire NOC

Bengaluru apartment owners secured a major win as the Karnataka High Court ordered a builder to demolish illegal construction. The construction encroached on the setback area of Rajsri Apartments in Rajarajeshwari Nagar. The court ruled that the revised plan lacked a crucial Fire Department NOC. This decision prioritizes public safety…

The Economic Times

Surfer found clinging to lobster pot buoy by rescuers after being swept out to sea

The Santa Barbara Fire Department used a drone to locate the 26-year-old stranded surfer

The Independent UK

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Six dead after fiery crash between pickup truck and bus on California road

Driver of gray Toyota pick-up truck crossed the center of the road into oncoming traffic, authorities say

The Independent UK

Why America’s ‘comeback city’ deserves to be your next trip

Detroit hasn't just risen from the ashes, it's now one of America's top destinations. Here’s how to make the most of the city

The Independent UK

Firefighters forced to cut open child’s playground slide to release middle-aged man stuck inside

The man was found ‘feet and head first’ inside the slide, according to the local fire department

The Independent UK

Ex-FDNY chief gets 3 years in prison for taking bribes to fast-track safety inspections

A former New York City Fire Department chief has been sentenced to three years in prison for accepting tens of thousands of dollars in bribes to fast-track fire safety inspections

The Independent UK

New Jersey Town Says Small Setbacks, Stray Cats Allow It To Seize Private Property

Two business owners say the city of Perth Amboy is using exceedingly flimsy blight allegations to take, and potentially demolish, their property.

Reason

Bay Area man dies trying to save dog from surf on beach

The victim’s dog managed to escape the water unscathed

The Independent UK

Texas will share equipment database with local fire departments to help beat wildfires

The legislation, which won unanimous approval in both chambers, was written following the state’s historic Panhandle wildfires last year.

The Texas Tribune

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The Independent UK

Dog found shivering in manhole after a month - and dumb luck helped firefighters spot the missing pooch

The frightened animal, named Ally, had reportedly been gone for 34 days

Digital Camera World

Divers recover wedding photographer’s camera after plunge into lake – and the photos survived

A fire department recovered the $5,000 Sony camera kit during part of a dive training

The Independent UK

Ex-fire chief in New York City pleads guilty in corruption scandal

A former New York City Fire Department chief has pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge, admitting that he and others agreed to accept $190,000 in bribes to speed safety inspections for customers of a former city firefighter

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Los Angeles Mayor Disputes Impact Of Fire Department Budget Cuts

Mayor Karen Bass clarifies budget cut impact on Los Angeles Fire Department amidst ongoing wildfires.

Latin Times

LA Times Owner Blasts Mayor Bass For Slashing Millions From Fire Department's Budget

"Competence matters," said Dr. Pat Soon-Shiong in a scathing publication on social media

International Business Times

Mayor Karen Bass Slammed For Silence And Absence During LA Wildfires

An expressionless Bass declined to respond after being asked by Sky News reporter David Blevins about her initial absence and cuts to the Fire Department budget.

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