BOM Christmas weather forecast shows cool day in the east, searing heat in the west
Australia is getting a smorgasbord of extreme weather over the next few days, featuring heat and humidity, severe…
Mayday called after CFA fire trucks broke down during emergency level blaze near Benalla
Volunteer firefighters were left stranded when their trucks broke down while they were fighting a fast-moving grassfire near…
After Palisades failures, is LAFD prepared for the next major wildfire?
As the Palisades fire raged, then-Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley went on a television blitz, calling…
During the January fires, L.A.’s hydrants ran dry. Residents are demanding solutions
As the flames of the Palisades fire licked at his home, Ricardo Kawamura stood in his front yard…
Welcome Bay house fire: Neighbour starts Givealittle page to support family
“She went out to our letterbox and saw the smoke coming out under the house and immediately dialled…
NSW inquest told how exploding lithium-ion batteries caused volatile fires killing three
An inquest into how and why lithium-ion batteries catch fire has been told three people became trapped and…
ACG Parnell College chemical spill: Fire crews contain ‘nasty’ substance
A spokesperson said crews were still working to make the area safe. Fire and Emergency Assistant Commander Dave…
Manchester Council announces new Strategic Director for Adult Social Services
Manchester City Council has announced that in March 2026 Peter Tomlin will take up the role of Strategic…
Christmas bin collection schedule for Manchester residents
As thousands of Manchester residents prepare to celebrate the festivities over Christmas, the bin collection schedules across the…
Firefighters battle large Waiinu Beach fire, nearby residents may be evacuated
Whanganui Chronicle 15 Dec, 2025 04:12 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium…
Emergency services respond to house fire in Tauranga’s Welcome Bay
Fire and Emergency New Zealand northern fire communications shift manager Lauren Sika said the property is a single…
Level 3 water restrictions for Hawke’s Bay as usage soars in Hastings and Napier amid dry conditions
Napier’s daily water use was sitting at around 35 million litres. A Hastings council spokesperson said water use…