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Sicily is on the front line of Europe’s fire ant invasion. If it fails to contain the spread, more countries will be at risk. Genovesi hopes that the potential danger will spur the rest of the continent into action — leading to stronger biosecurity policies, an increase in prevention efforts and coordinated action.
At least five firefighters were injured Wednesday in a car fire in the Bronx, senior law enforcement sources tell CBS News. According to sources, the firefighters suffered second-degree burns and were last reported to be in stable condition. It happened just after 7 p.m. on Westchester Avenue between Intervale Avenue and Kelly Street.
Firefighters suffered burns after there was an explosion as they responded to a fire involving trash and cars in the Bronx, officials said.
This year's Bonfire Night celebrations prompted the highest number of calls to London Fire Brigade (LFB) since 2016, control room staff have said. The total - 831 - was a 20% increase on the previous year, LFB said, adding it had received 30% more bonfire-related calls. The number of fireworks calls were largely unchanged.
According to MDFR, the call came in around 4:30 a.m. at a home on SW 80th St. Firefighters were still seen battling the flames around 6:30 a.m.
Charlie Brown, a freelance writer living in Portugal, shared why she quit the Financial Independence, Retire Early movement after 6 years because of her ethical concerns.
A 17th Century hotel has been fined £75,000 for not fixing a faulty fire alarm system within four months. Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service said it took action after the Hind Hotel on Sheep Street, Wellingborough, had not completed requests made in an enforcement notice.