In a significant development, Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is currently addressing a fire that erupted in a benzene storage tank with a capacity of 1,000 kilolitres at its Gujarat Refinery, located in Vadodara. The incident occurred at approximately 3:30 PM today, and the refinery’s emergency response team swiftly mobilized to contain the situation. As […]
A major fire broke out at Somerset House, one of London’s most historic and culturally significant buildings, on August 17, 2024. The fire ignited around midday in the west wing of the neoclassical structure, which sits along the River Thames and is home to several prestigious art collections, including the Courtauld Gallery. The blaze prompted […]
In a dramatic escalation of wildfire activity, approximately 9,000 residents of Labrador City and Wabush in the Newfoundland and Labrador province of Canada have been forced to evacuate their homes. The order came amid rapidly spreading wildfires that have exhibited extreme behavior, according to provincial fire duty officer Jeff Motty. The intensity of the wildfires, […]
Halma, a leading global group known for its life-saving technologies, has announced the acquisition of G.F.E. – Global Fire Equipment, S.A. (“GFE”) for a total consideration of €42.5 million, in a strategic move to bolster its Safety Sector fire detection capabilities through its subsidiary, Ampac Pty Ltd (Ampac). The acquisition, structured on a cash- and […]
In a rapid escalation fueled by strong winds, a major wildfire along Interstate 5 north of Los Angeles has dramatically expanded, covering nearly 23 square miles (60 square kilometers) and prompting evacuation orders. Dubbed the Post Fire, this blaze marks Los Angeles County’s first significant wildfire of the year, which quickly grew in size, forcing […]
In a devastating incident late Saturday, a massive fire broke out at a baby care center in the Vivek Vihar area of East Delhi, leading to the tragic death of seven newborns. The Delhi Fire Services reported that the fire started at 11:32 pm, prompting an urgent response with 16 fire tenders dispatched to the […]