fire crews
Coverage of fire crews in the Nexus archive.
- 1 hospitalized after Rowan County tractor-trailer crash
A tractor-trailer crashed in Rowan County, requiring that one person be extricated from their vehicle on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred along US 52/Highway 52 between Crescent Rd. and Stone Rd. Troopers reported that the road has reopened, though crews remain on scene.
- ‘Not on my Bingo card’: Mom struck by lightning on a day out with her daughters
Shyane Gosnell was struck by lightning while she and her friend Porsha Staley were on a day trip with their daughters at Cowpens National Battlefield in South Carolina. After seeking shelter, Gosnell was hit in the leg by the unexpected storm, leaving her unable to feel her legs. She was taken to the hospital by EMS and was later released.
- 3 killed in fire at adult foster care facility in Redford
Emergency personnel responded to a structure fire at an adult foster care facility in Redford early this morning. Fire crews encountered heavy smoke and active flames from the residence, though two occupants were able to escape safely. During search operations, firefighters located three deceased individuals inside.
- Crews battle brush fire on hillside in Burbank; evacuation orders in place for nearby businesses
Fire crews are currently battling a brush fire on the hillside above Burbank. The situation has led to the issuance of evacuation orders for some nearby businesses.
- Dangerous fire weather continues in the Northwest as crews work to contain Spokane blazes
Fire danger continues in the Pacific Northwest due to dangerous conditions. Flame-fueling winds reached their peak on Friday, challenging fire crews who are battling destructive blazes. Crews are working to prevent the spread of fires in Spokane, Washington, and across the region.
- Large church fire in Troy appears to be a 'total loss'
The Troy Church of Christ has been burning since 3 a.m., requiring fire crews to work through the early morning hours on Thursday. The large church fire in Troy appears to be assessed as a total loss.
- Crews quickly contain grass fire near Tower Road in Commerce City
Fire crews quickly contained a grass fire that ignited Sunday evening near Tower Road in Commerce City. The incident was resolved without further spread.
- No injuries reported after fire at Baton Rouge apartment complex
Residents were evacuated after a fire broke out overnight at The Millennium Towne Center apartments in Baton Rouge. No injuries were reported.
- With wildfires raging in France and Spain, fire crews race against next heat wave
French President Emmanuel Macron described the wildfires in France and Spain as an unprecedented crisis, calling it the worst fire-related situation since World War II. Fire crews are racing against an upcoming heat wave to combat the blazes.
- 225-acre brush fire shuts down US 27 from I-75 to Griffin Road, is 60% contained
A 225-acre brush fire in West Broward has shut down U.S. 27 from I-75 to Griffin Road. As of Sunday night, the fire was 60% contained, with fire crews expecting it to burn itself out.
- 2 injured after fire at Warren motel
Two people were injured in a fire at a two-story motel in Warren on July 22. A man was rescued from a first-floor room and hospitalized in critical condition, while a woman with non-life-threatening injuries was found outside after jumping from a second-floor walkway. The cause is under investigation.
- Brush fire near Denver cemetery quickly contained by crews amid extreme heat
A small brush fire near a Denver cemetery was quickly extinguished by fire crews on Sunday. Authorities warn of continued high heat and dry conditions this week, urging caution.
- Crews battle fire near I-580 in Oakland
Fire crews battled a fire near Interstate 580 in Oakland on Sunday morning.
- Fire crews respond to burning home, car in Palmetto Bay; no injuries reported
Fire crews responded to a burning home and car in Palmetto Bay, with no injuries reported. The incident occurred on the 9200 block of Southwest 167th Terrace, where part of a house, a carport, and a parked car were destroyed. The cause of the fire remains unknown.
- Fox Lake fire crews searching for missing swimmer in bay near Chain O' Lakes area
Fire crews in Fox Lake are searching for a missing swimmer near the Chain O' Lakes area. Emergency responders are at the scene of the incident in north suburban Fox Lake.
- Fire crews extinguish burning car on Palmetto Expressway in Medley; no injuries reported
Fire crews extinguished a burning car on the Palmetto Expressway in Medley near Okeechobee Road early Saturday. Two lanes were closed during the incident, and no injuries were reported.
- Bathroom fan sparks house fire in Virginia Beach
A bathroom fan sparked a house fire in Virginia Beach's Salem Lakes Neighborhood on Grey Dove Lane. Fire crews responded to the incident and found smoke and flames emanating from the home.
- House fire breaks out in duplex in Nashville, no injuries reported
A house fire occurred in a duplex in Nashville, with no injuries reported. Fire crews are responding to the incident.
- Fire crews respond to a building fire in Fort Lauderdale; no injuries reported
Fire crews responded to a building fire in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday evening. The incident occurred on Northeast 4th Avenue, with visible smoke plumes. No injuries were reported.
- Crews extinguish apartment fire in Sunrise; no injuries reported
Fire crews extinguished an apartment fire in Sunrise at 4205 University Drive on Saturday morning. The fire originated in the kitchen, which sustained heavy damage, but no injuries were reported.
- Crews extinguish large car fire on outbound Edens
Fire crews are addressing a large car fire on the outbound Edens in Chicago. The vehicle was fully engulfed two minutes after being spotted by SkyCam9 near Petersen at 7:58 a.m., with flames and smoke visible, though the cause remains unclear.
- Fire crews battle massive chicken farm blaze as plumes of smoke are seen for miles around
Fire crews are battling a large blaze at a chicken farm, with smoke plumes visible for miles. The fire has drawn significant attention due to its size and visible impact on the surrounding area.
- CA declares state of emergency as fire crews race to contain toxic chemical leak
California has declared a state of emergency as fire crews work to contain a toxic chemical leak. The incident has raised public safety concerns and prompted emergency response efforts.
- California declares emergency as fire crews race to contain toxic leak
California has declared an emergency after a toxic leak of methyl methacrylate, leading to the evacuation of thousands due to the risk of explosion.
- Fire crews tackle blaze at Liverpool Anglican Cathedral as visitors and staff are evacuated and locals are warned to stay away
Fire crews are responding to a blaze at Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, leading to the evacuation of visitors and staff. Locals are advised to stay away from the area due to the incident.
- Dozens of fire crews battling blaze near synagogue in North London
Dozens of fire crews are battling a blaze near a synagogue in North London. The incident is currently under investigation.