Colorado tanker truck erupts in flames, video shows, following Interstate-70 crash that left 1 dead

A massive fire along Interstate-70 has been caught on video near Denver, Colorado, after a vehicle struck a tanker truck, leading it to burst into flames.

Fires expected to die down near Canada's oil sands, but summer fire season approaches

The threat of Canada's latest wildfire near the country's oil sands appears to be dying down, with favorable winds expected to push the fire away from the city.

3 confirmed dead after fire at residential building in Germany, authorities say

Authorities say a fire at a residential building in western Germany has left three people dead and two others with life-threatening injuries. The fire started in a kiosk.

Canada Evacuates Thousands as Wildfires Surge

Evacuation orders have been issued for the Fort McMurray oil hub in Alberta, Canada, as winds shifted, and a massive wildfire approaches.

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Fatal fire at popular Swedish theme park was caused by welding operation, report says

A welding operation at a water park under construction in Sweden's Goteborg led to a massive fire in February, resulting in one fatality, according to a report.

Early morning fire in Croatia destroys 22 boats at marina

A fire at a Croatian marina destroyed 22 boats, but no injuries were reported. Local media said some owners jumped into the sea to escape the flames.

Canada Starts Evacuating Oil Town as Wildfires Surge

Residents of Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada, have been ordered to be ready for evacuation at a moment’s notice as wildfires draw near.

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In Sudan, 72 villages burned last month as fire 'used indiscriminately as weapon of war,' study says

In Sudan's civil war, fire is being used to burn villages and displace civilians with more frequency than before. April 2024 saw more fires than any other month of the war.

Fire destroys shopping complex housing 1,400 outlets in Poland's capital

A fire engulfed a large shopping complex in Warsaw, Poland, on Sunday. While no injuries were reported, the fire destroyed more than 80% of the complex.

Massive chemical storage tank in Thailand catches fire, 1 dead, 4 injured

In Thailand, a chemical storage tank caught fire, killing one person and injuring four others. The company that owns the tanks said it would compensate those affected.

NYC jail guard injured after body camera catches fire

A New York City Department of Correction captain sustained burns and smoke inhalation injuries after her body camera suddenly caught fire.

Minnesota woman accused of killing 2 children, setting house on fire

Jennifer Marie Stately, 35, has been charged with killing two children — reportedly her own — fleeing with a third, and setting a house on fire.

Jordan stations 2 firefighting helicopters in Cyprus ahead of summer wildfire season

Jordan on Monday stationed two firefighting helicopters in Cyprus, in hopes of assisting the Mediterranean island nation in combating any forest fires that may break out this summer.

Building fire that killed 76 in South Africa was caused by building negligence, report says

A report on a deadly building fire in South Africa that killed 76 people blames city authorities for neglecting safety concerns at the building for years prior.

2 bodies found in 'human-dug cave' in Los Angeles: officials

Two bodies were found inside a "human-dug cave" in Los Angeles, California, Sunday morning. A "white powder substance" was also found inside the excavation.

Captain gets 4 years for negligence in California dive boat fire that killed 34

Jerry Boylan, the captain of a scuba dive boat that caught fire off Santa Cruz Island in California in 2019, killing 34 people, has been sentenced to four years in prison.

Fiery Connecticut I-95 tanker crash shuts down portion of major highway for second time in just over a year

A busy section of interstate in the southwestern part of Connecticut will be closed for an “extended period of time" after a tanker carrying gasoline crashed and burst into flames on Thursday morning, officials said.

Fire severely damages LA County fire station

Los Angeles County Fire Department Station 164 in Huntington Park, California, has reportedly sustained severe damage from a Wednesday morning fire.

Greece bolsters firefighting arsenal to cope with country's growing heat risk

Greece is bracing for an intense wildfire season as temperatures rise and fires start earlier each year by doubling the number of firefighters in specialized units.

Pastor Greg Laurie to deliver faith-filled inspirational message at 'Hope for Lahaina' event

Pastor Greg Laurie and "American Idol" alum Danny Gokey are set to deliver a message of faith and inspiration at the "Hope for Lahaina" event on Sunday, with music by Leeland.

Freight train carrying gasoline, propane derails near Arizona-New Mexico line amid aftermath of severe weather

A freight train carrying gasoline and propane derailed and caught fire Friday near the Arizona-New Mexico state line prompting an immediately shutdown of the busy interstate.

Michigan man caught after attempting to flee US to Hong Kong after fatal building explosion, fire: police

Noor Noel Kestou, 31, attempted to flee the U.S. after the fatal explosion at his vape and smoke business, Goo Smoke Shop/Select Distributors, on March 4.

10 confirmed dead after fire at Brazilian hotel, authorities say

A fire started in a small hotel in Porto Alegre, Brazil, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 people. The hotel was known to provide affordable housing.

WATCH: Massive fire breaks out on historic Southern California pier

A fire was raging at the end of the historic Oceanside Pier in San Diego's North County Thursday afternoon with flames visible for miles.

Out-of-Control Wildfires Return to Canada, Forcing Evacuations

Canada’s 2024 wildfire season has kicked into high gear with over 120 wildfires in the drought-stricken British Columbia and Alberta regions.

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6 dead, 20 injured after explosion causes restaurant and hotel fire in eastern India

A fire tore through a restaurant and hotel complex on Thursday in eastern India, killing at least six people and injuring 20 others, fire officials said.

Department of Bad Ideas: Flamethrowing Robot Dog Can Torch Anything in Its Path

In a bizarre twist that seems straight out of a dystopian sci-fi movie, U.S. residents can now legally purchase a flame-throwing robot dog named Thermonator for just under $10,000.

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Nolte: Wildfire Survivors Still in Tents 8 Months Later in Dem-Run Hawaii

Eight months after those terrible Maui wildfires claimed more than 100 lives, some survivors are still living in tents.

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As Hawaiians struggle to find affordable housing after Lahaina wildfire, lawmakers reconsider vacation rentals

Hawaii lawmakers seek to balance demands of citizens who are struggling to find affordable housing and the interests of short-term rental owners and the tourism industry.

Good Samaritans pull driver from car engulfed in flames after crash on I-94 in Minnesota

A driver trapped inside a burning car that caught fire after crashing into a light pole on I-94 near St. Paul, Minnesota, was rescued by good Samaritans.

Man who set himself on fire near NYC courthouse holding Trump trial pronounced dead

The Florida man who set himself on fire outside the New York City courthouse where former President Trump's criminal trial was being held has died.

Connecticut housefire kills 3, including baby; foul play suspected

Police are investigating the cause of a Wallingford, Connecticut, housefire that left three people dead, including an eight-month-old baby.

1 dead after fire under Atlantic City pier near homeless encampment

A man identified as 67-year-old Bruce Elder was reported dead Friday after a fire under an Atlantic City, New Jersey, pier near a homeless encampment.

Investigation launched into cause of school bus fire on NJ's Garden State Parkway

Authorities are investigating what caused a large school bus fire to erupt on the Garden State Parkway in Cape May County, New Jersey, while 10 students were aboard.