Firefighters
Coverage of Firefighters in the Nexus archive.
- 'We escaped Spanish wildfire, but our friends lost their lives'
Hundreds of firefighters in Spain are battling a deadly wildfire in the south of the country. Survivors of the blaze reported escaping but losing friends to the disaster.
- Firefighters respond to wildland fire in South Kohala; evacuations in place for Waikoloa Village
Firefighters are responding to a wildland fire in South Kohala, prompting evacuations for residents of Waikoloa Village. The situation remains active as emergency crews work to contain the blaze.
- Newark Fire Department graduating class adds more than 2 dozen new firefighters
The Newark Fire Department graduated a class of more than 24 new firefighters. Toni Yates reported the details of the graduation.
- Custer County enforces major fire restrictions even as firefighters double containment of Aspen Acres blaze
Custer County has enforced major fire restrictions. Firefighters have doubled containment of the Aspen Acres blaze, though efforts are expected to continue for weeks.
- Spain: Deadly wildfire roars through southern Spain
A deadly wildfire has killed at least 12 people in a tourist area near Almeria, southern Spain. Hundreds of firefighters are working to contain the blaze, and residents have been evacuated.
- Horroric scene as jet crashes, explodes into flames in crash landing at Greek airport
A jet crashed and exploded into flames during a crash landing at a Greek airport. Social media videos show the jet on fire as firefighters use large water hoses to extinguish the blaze.
- 'Everything here will burn': Raging wildfire wreaks havoc in France's Drôme mountains
A raging wildfire is causing havoc in France's Drôme mountains. Firefighters are monitoring the blaze's progress in Montmaur-en-Diois on July 8, 2026.
- 11 dead, 19 missing as Spain wildfire roars through village
Eleven people were killed and 19 are missing after a wildfire destroyed a Spanish village, with four victims possibly British who died in their car. Authorities are confirming identities of foreign tourists in Bedar, Los Gallardos district, as victims struggled to flee through challenging forested terrain.
- Multi-alarm fire breaks out at Fort Worth HEB
A multi-alarm fire broke out at a Fort Worth HEB, which firefighters have contained, though the cause remains unknown.
- Wildfire kills 12 in southern Spain as heat wave fuels blaze
A wildfire in southern Spain, fueled by a heat wave, killed 12 people. Firefighters in Madrid responded to the blaze on June 23, 2026.
- Evacuation warnings issued as more than 100 firefighters battle Lake Piru brush fire
A brush fire erupted near Lake Piru on the border of Ventura and Los Angeles counties, prompting evacuation warnings as over 100 firefighters battled the blaze amid high temperatures.
- Heat wave across Southern California has firefighters on high alert
A heat wave has triggered a Heat Advisory in Southern California, prompting firefighters to remain on high alert due to increased risk of brush fires. Multiple brush fires have already been reported, including one near the 5 Freeway in Sylmar.
- Firefighters battling large house fire in Brookfield
Firefighters are battling a large house fire in Brookfield on Madison Avenue. The incident occurred in the 3200 block of the street, according to officials.
- Three firefighters, civilian hospitalized after crash involving Chesterfield medic unit
Three firefighters and a civilian are hospitalized following a crash involving a Chesterfield County Fire and EMS medic unit. The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon.
- Worker falls down hole at 2nd Avenue subway construction site in East Harlem
A worker fell down a hole at the 2nd Avenue subway construction site in East Harlem. Other construction workers and firefighters collaborated to rescue the victim.
- Wildfires rage across southern France
Wildfires are raging across southern France, with a large blaze in Pyrénées-Orientales still not fully contained and 12,000 people evacuated. Additional fires are reported in Drôme and on the island of Corsica.
- Volcano Fire: Brush fire near Murrieta prompts evacuation orders
Firefighters are combating a brush fire near Murrieta, which has led to evacuation orders. The incident, named the Volcano Fire, is currently being addressed by emergency responders.
- What we know about the unstable Midtown Manhattan building so far
Hundreds of people were evacuated from a section of Midtown Manhattan after firefighters discovered buckling columns and sagging floors in a 37-story building under construction. No injuries were reported.
- Watch: Flames burst through roof as lightning ignites multiple house fires in Charlotte
Lightning caused multiple house fires in Charlotte, with flames seen bursting through a roof in bodycam video. Firefighters controlled one fire on Tremaine Court within 40 minutes, and no injuries were reported. Officials confirmed three lightning-related fires occurred within an hour.
- Progress made on Gold Mountain Fire near Ouray, but officials warn threat remains
Firefighters battling the Gold Mountain Fire near Ouray have increased containment to 3%, but officials warn the wildfire remains a significant threat.
- 2 displaced, dog killed in Old Hickory house fire
A house fire in Old Hickory resulted in two people being displaced and the death of a dog. Firefighters responded to the 1200 block of Berry Street around 10:20 p.m.
- PHOTOS: Dozens of firefighters battle commercial fire in Goochland
Dozens of firefighters battled a commercial fire in Goochland County late Sunday night. The incident required significant emergency response efforts.
- Morning 3: Busy store intentionally set on fire in Gaston County, per officials -- and other news
A busy store was intentionally set on fire in Gaston County, a paramedic was killed and another injured in an ambulance accident near the Gaston-Cleveland County line, 28 people were arrested during the America 250 celebration in Uptown Charlotte, and high heat and storm chances continued in the area.
- Firefighters battle wildfires across southern Europe
Wildfires are raging across several parts of southern Europe, with firefighters working to battle the fires. These wildfires follow massive heat waves affecting the region.
- Virginia Beach brush fire contained after three-hour battle
A fast-moving brush fire burned through a marsh in Virginia Beach Saturday night, keeping firefighters on scene for nearly three hours before it was contained. No homes or injuries were reported.
- Small brush fire burns along 605 Freeway in Irwindale
A brush fire burning near the southbound 605 Freeway in Irwindale is being addressed by firefighters. The fire currently covers approximately 10 acres.
- Venezuela shifts to clearing rubble and recovering bodies as rescue teams depart
Venezuela has transitioned to rubble clearance and body recovery after international rescue teams left following the June 24 twin earthquake. Local groups like volunteers, firefighters, and civil defense are now handling the efforts in La Guaira, where 2,954 deaths and over 16,500 injuries have been reported.
- Part of US 321 in Gastonia closed due to fire at Dollar Tree
Part of U.S. 321 in Gastonia, N.C., is closed due to a fire at a Dollar Tree. Firefighters are working to extinguish the flames, and motorists are advised to avoid the area.
- Witnesses recount seeing storm on Fort Myers beach that left 1 dead, 3 hospitalized after lightning strike
A lightning strike at Fort Myers beach resulted in one death and three hospitalizations. Witnesses described the storm's sudden arrival and the immediate response, including CPR and use of an AED by bystanders and paramedics. Firefighters warned against swimming during storms following the incident.
- Hundreds of firefighters battle wildfire in Portugal, Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Hundreds of firefighters in Portugal and Greece are battling wildfires, with Spain and Italy providing reinforcements to contain a blaze that has burned for over three days. Greek authorities have issued warnings about toxic smoke from the fires.
- Memorial service to honor firefighters killed on Colorado-Utah border
A memorial service is being held for three firefighters killed battling wildfires on the Colorado-Utah border. The flames, fueled by dry weather and a lack of snow, have forced residents to evacuate their homes as crews work to control the fires.
- Hundreds of firefighters battle a wildfire in Portugal, while Greek authorities warn of toxic smoke
Hundreds of firefighters are battling wildfires in Portugal and Greece. Greek authorities have issued warnings about toxic smoke from the fires.
- Heatwave: Fires devastate forests across Europe
A heatwave has caused fires that are devastating forests across Europe. In response, police officers and firefighters have arrived at a fire site near La Bisbal de l’Emporda, northeastern Spain, on July 3, 2026.
- Large fire erupts at business in Harbor Gateway, filling the air with black smoke
A large fire erupted at a business in Harbor Gateway, producing black smoke and forcing firefighters to take defensive positions as the blaze remained out of control on Figueroa Street near Rosecrans Avenue and the 110 Freeway.
- Maine lumber mill co-owner dies, bringing explosion death toll to 3
The co-owner of a Maine lumber mill who was injured in an explosion has died, increasing the death toll to three, including two firefighters. The Robbins family and Maine Governor Janet Mills confirmed the update.
- Firefighters work to take out brush fire on East Kauai
Firefighters on East Kauai are working to extinguish a brush fire in Hanamaulu that started on Saturday afternoon. The fire is located in the Hanamaulu area of the region.
- Firefighters respond to overnight house fire in Morganton
Firefighters responded to a house fire in Morganton overnight. No one was home, and no injuries were reported.
- Firefighters race to contain flames in northeastern Spain
Firefighters are working to contain a fire in northeastern Spain. The situation remains critical as efforts continue to prevent the flames from spreading further.
- 1 dead, 3 hospitalized after swimmers struck by lightning at Fort Myers beach
One person is dead and three others were hospitalized after swimmers at Fort Myers beach were struck by lightning. Bystanders performed CPR before paramedics arrived, but the deceased victim did not have a shockable rhythm. Three victims were rushed to the hospital with unknown conditions, and firefighters warned against swimming during storms.
- Firefighters warn to properly throw away fireworks after overnight garage fire
Firefighters are warning residents to properly dispose of fireworks after an overnight garage fire. The alert comes as people prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July.