Fire
Ancient charcoal found in northern Israel sheds new light on how early humans lived - study
Within the charcoal, archaeologists found traces of ash, willow, oak, olive, pistachio, grapevine, oleander, and the oldest known evidence of pomegranate wood in the Levant.
40 years later: Israeli fireplace brand expands its operations
Iranian drone attack sparks fire at Shuwaikh Oil Complex in Kuwait
Iranian drone attack on US embassy in Riyadh more destructive than initially revealed - report
More than 65 missing, at least 14 dead after huge Karachi blaze
Firefighters told Pakistan's local television station Geo News that the lack of ventilation in the mall, which houses over 1,200 shops, caused the building to fill with smoke and slowed the rescue
Hundreds of firefighters tackle blaze in deprived area of South Korea's Gangnam district
Nearly 300 South Korean firefighters are battling a major fire in Seoul’s Gangnam district, evacuating 47 residents as officials warn of potential spread to nearby mountains.
German man sets fire at entrance of Jewish community building, causing damage
A 32-year-old man was arrested and is in police custody, but the circumstances and motive of the suspect are still unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.
Swiss court keeps bar owner in custody after deadly fire in ski resort Crans-Montana bar
The court said in a statement that Jacques Moretti will be held for a provisional period of three months, which could be extended/
Jackson, Mississippi's sole synagogue set ablaze in arson attack, suspect arrested
According to Southern Jewish life, there were no injuries, but the building suffered significant fire and smoke damage. The library was reportedly charred, and two Torah scrolls were destroyed.
Fire breaks out in Ramat Beit Shemesh apt., no injuries reported
Firefighters responded to reports of a fire originating in an electrical cabinet and were informed that smoke was rising toward the building's upper floors.
Three people missing as bushfires destroy homes in Australia's southeast
Three people are unaccounted for as bushfires continue to devastate Victoria, Australia, with 30 active blazes and catastrophic fire conditions. Firefighters battle intense heat and winds.
Soundproofing foam in Swiss bar fire should have been checked by law, official says
Crans-Montana Mayor Nicolas Feraud said the bar had not been subjected to any annual safety inspections since 2019, even though it should have been every year.
From 'disaster to disaster,' ZAKA official aids in recovery of cousin in Switzerland - interview
Baruck Niddam "felt a personal obligation" to participate in commanding the major operation of identification and recovery of the deceased from the Constellation fire.
Smoke pillar rises following Amol, Iran dairy factory explosion, likely accidental in nature
A fire broke out at the Kalleh dairy plant in northern Iran following an explosion, as unrest continues nationwide. The mayor of Amol claims it was caused by a welding accident.
