Two Dead in Helicopter Collision During Greek Wildfire Operations
Two crew members have died after firefighting helicopters collided mid-air in Greece's western Attica region during operations against a major wildfire. Two others survived the crash.
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South Korea Records Unprecedented 42.5°C Heat as Extreme Weather Grips Southeast Asia
South Korea's southeastern city of Yangsan has recorded a historic 42.5°C on Sunday, marking the highest temperature since modern weather tracking began in 1904, with authorities warning conditions could worsen further.
Greece Mobilizes Massive Firefighting Operation as Wildfires Threaten Athens Region
Hundreds of firefighters from Greece, Romania and France combat severe wildfires spreading rapidly across the Athens region, with the main fire now threatening Megara, a city 50 kilometres west of the capital.
France's Wildfire Crisis Deepens as Nearly 120,000 Hectares Consumed and 'High' Risk Persists
France's Interior Minister Laurent Nunez has revealed that wildfires have consumed 119,000 hectares across the country this year, with 14,320 recorded incidents since January. Dangerous conditions persist despite minor humidity improvements.
One dead, two firefighters hospitalised in Clementi flat fire
A fatal fire in a Clementi HDB flat on Friday night claimed one life, with two firefighters sustaining burn injuries during the rescue. About 40 residents were evacuated as a precaution.
SMART Bids to Maintain Elite International Rescue Credentials
Malaysia's Special Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team is pursuing recertification as a Heavy Urban Search and Rescue team through international standards, reinforcing its position among the world's elite emergency response units.
Kumamoto Struggles to Recover as Powerful Earthquake Leaves Trail of Destruction Across Japan
Japan's Kumamoto Prefecture faces a desperate recovery effort following a magnitude 7.1 earthquake that has claimed at least 34 lives. Rescue teams battle extreme heat, ongoing aftershocks and severe infrastructure damage as over 10,000 residents shelter in evacuation centres.
Malaysia Must Create Unified Air Disaster Response Framework, Says Ahmad Zahid
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Malaysia to establish an integrated air disaster management system enabling seamless coordination between all emergency agencies under a single command structure.
Spain Faces Historic Wildfire Crisis as Nearly 100,000 Evacuated Across Central Regions
Spain is grappling with its largest recorded wildfire, with flames consuming more than 77,000 hectares across central provinces and forcing the evacuation of nearly 100,000 residents from 46 municipalities.
Flash flood in China's Gansu kills 10 as Typhoon Noul batters southern coast
A sudden flash flood in China's Gansu Province has killed 10 people and injured 23 as Typhoon Noul, the year's most powerful cyclone, brings heavy rainfall across southern China. Over 700,000 people have been evacuated.
Two Dead, Eight Injured in Schaerbeek Residential Fire
A fire at a residential building in Schaerbeek, Brussels-Capital Region, has claimed two lives and left eight others wounded. Two victims remain in serious condition as investigations into the cause begin.
Spain Evacuates Nearly 60,000 As Wildfires Rage Near Madrid
Spain's government declared a national emergency on Friday as severe wildfires near Madrid forced the evacuation of almost 60,000 residents from the capital and surrounding provinces, with thousands more trapped in their homes.
China Activates Highest Typhoon Alert as Noul Bears Down on Guangdong
China has activated its maximum typhoon alert as Typhoon Noul, the year's 12th major storm, closes in on Guangdong Province with winds reaching Force 14, with authorities raising flood emergency responses across multiple regions.
Eight Hurt in Suspected Arson at South Korean Apartment Office
An explosion and fire at an apartment management office in Gyeongsan, South Korea, has left eight people injured. Police suspect a resident deliberately set the blaze using flammable material.
Chinese rescue teams blast through boulders to reach 34 missing after catastrophic landslide
Rescue teams in southwestern China deployed explosives to shatter massive boulders blocking access to 34 people missing for three days following a catastrophic landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Penghui county.
Seoul and Eastern Province Battered by Torrential Downpours; 10 National Parks Shut
South Korea's Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon Province faced devastating flooding overnight as nearly 200mm of rain fell within hours, causing extensive damage and forcing the closure of major attractions.
Spain's Largest Wildfire This Year Scorches 12,000 Hectares, Displaces Over 1,100
Spain's most significant wildfire this year has ravaged 12,000 hectares in northeastern Zaragoza, displacing more than 1,100 residents. The blaze, which ignited Wednesday in Cinco Villas, remains highly active with resources from across Spain deployed to contain it.
Over 20 Malaysian Agencies Test Response to Off-Airport Aircraft Disasters
Malaysia conducted its first full-scale emergency drill simulating an aircraft crash beyond airport boundaries, bringing together over 20 agencies and 450 personnel to test coordination and readiness for off-airport aviation disasters.
Chinese tourists credited with saving 20 passengers after Seoul airport bus driver collapses
A group of Chinese tourist women prevented a potential tragedy when they took control of a speeding airport bus in Seoul after its driver suddenly collapsed. Their calm teamwork and swift action saved more than 20 passengers from harm.
France Combats Multiple Wildfires as Fontainebleau Blaze Destroys Nearly 2,000 Hectares
France is grappling with multiple wildfires that have consumed nearly 1,920 hectares across the Fontainebleau forest and other regions. Authorities have arrested two suspects for deliberately starting fires, prompting calls for harsher penalties.
Maxim Malaysia Upgrades Emergency Response System to Speed Up Assistance for Drivers and Passengers
Maxim Malaysia has rolled out an enhanced SOS system enabling faster emergency response for both drivers and passengers, featuring GPS-enabled alerts, multi-contact notifications, and a peer-driver assistance network.
At Least 27 Dead in Bangkok Bar Fire, Prime Minister Confirms
A devastating fire in a Bangkok entertainment venue claimed at least 27 lives late Sunday, with Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirming the casualty toll as emergency responders worked at the scene.
Vietnam Mobilises Full Medical Response for Indian Speedboat Disaster Victims
Vietnam's Phu Quoc Special Zone has activated emergency protocols following a speedboat accident involving Indian nationals, with hospitals providing intensive care and authorities organising financial assistance and repatriation procedures.
China battles multiple disasters as floods, storms and landslide claim over 50 lives
China faced a catastrophic week of natural disasters, with storms and flooding killing at least 50 people across multiple provinces and forcing the evacuation of more than 100,000 residents, particularly in flood-ravaged Guangxi.
Severe Weather Kills 11 in China's Hubei Province as Thunderstorms and Gales Devastate Eastern Cities
Eleven people died and one went missing after severe thunderstorms and gales struck eastern Hubei Province in central China on Monday night, destroying dozens of buildings and injuring over 300 residents.
Watch Duty expands flood monitoring as app serves millions in climate emergencies
Watch Duty, a crowdsourced emergency tracking platform that guided millions through California's devastating fires, is now monitoring floods as climate-driven disasters intensify across North America.
Lorry Driver Dies After Plunging 150 Feet Into Ravine Near Pos Blau-Lojing
A lorry driver in his 40s died after his 10-tonne vehicle plunged 150 feet into a ravine near Pos Blau-Lojing Bridge in Gua Musang, Kelantan. Firefighters spent hours extracting the body from beneath a fallen tree.
Shah Alam PKNS Complex Reopens After Fire Safety Checks Completed
The Shah Alam PKNS Complex has resumed full operations after completing safety inspections following a fire in an air-conditioning unit. No injuries were sustained in the incident.
South Korean Police Officer Under Investigation After Fatally Striking Woman She Was Dispatched to Assist
An Incheon police officer in her 20s is under criminal investigation after accidentally running over a woman in her 60s with her patrol car while responding to a distress call in the early hours of July 3.
Malaysia's Race Against Time: How Sunway Medical Centre Is Expanding Life-Saving AED Access
Sunway Medical Centre Velocity is deploying automated external defibrillators across Kuala Lumpur's transport hubs and commercial centres, alongside CPR training, to address Malaysia's alarmingly low cardiac arrest survival rates.
Eleven Dead in Civilian Aircraft Crash Near Nancy, France
A civilian aircraft crashed near Nancy in eastern France on Sunday, killing all 11 people aboard. The plane went down shortly after takeoff from Nancy-Essey Airport in Tomblaine, with victims including skydiving instructors and nurses on an initiation event.
Kentucky Flooding Claims Four Lives as Governor Declares Emergency
Heavy downpours across Kentucky have caused devastating floods killing at least four people, forcing Governor Andy Beshear to declare a state of emergency as rescue teams conduct multiple water rescues.
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Wildfire-Fighting Aircraft Crashes in Canada's Northwest Territories, Three Killed
A wildfire suppression aircraft has crashed in Canada's Northwest Territories, resulting in three fatalities. The Cessna O-1 Bird Dog was engaged in fire-fighting operations when the incident occurred near Fort Simpson.
Fire Engulfs Madrid's Second-Tallest Tower, Explosion Precedes Blaze
An explosion and subsequent fire struck Madrid's Torre Moeve, Spain's second-tallest skyscraper, on Tuesday afternoon. The building was evacuated as a precaution, and firefighters quickly contained the blaze with no fatalities.