The Greek Fire Service has imposed fines totaling over 7,000 euros in three new cases for lighting fires in rural areas, violating the current ban on all types of outdoor burning.

A powerful fire that ignited Sunday midday in the Lakrave Valley area of Qukës, Albania, was isolated after approximately eight hours of intensive work by fire services.

A fire service chief has issued a stark warning about an unprecedented lack of resources, describing the situation as 'the new normal' and raising alarms about the capacity to respond to emergencies effectively.

Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service are currently battling and have contained a domestic fire that affected several houses at Labadi Wireless in Accra.

Following a major wildfire, the German state of Hessen is focusing on adapting its forests to withstand heat and drought, emphasizing cooperation between forestry and fire services.

The Ghana National Fire Service successfully contained a vehicle fire at the Opra Mini Pub in Suhum, Eastern Region, after a welding electrode reportedly ignited the vehicle's fuel pipe.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is still working to determine the exact cause of a fatal accident at the Ofankor Barrier on the Accra–Kumasi Highway, which claimed 11 lives.

The UK has experienced a significant number of wildfires this year, with fire services responding to 966 incidents, nearly half of which occurred in July alone during a summer of record heatwaves.

A man sustained minor burns in a fire that spread to two huts and four speedboats in Po Toi O village, Sai Kung, Hong Kong, with fire services responding to multiple reports of the blaze.

The Ghana National Fire Service successfully rescued a fuel tanker driver and his mate after their vehicle overturned at Adubili Yili in Tamale.

Arben Cara, the General Director of the Fire Service in Albania, has resigned from his position amidst a critical situation with widespread fires across the country.

The Fire Service clarified that reports suggesting firefighters operating in West Attica were left without food or water are inaccurate, responding to public claims.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) successfully contained a 13,500-litre diesel spillage from a bulk tanker at Odumase Afrancho, near the Liberty Fuel Station off the Trede Road in the Ashanti Region.

A fire erupted on Sunday afternoon, August 9, within the fenced area of the Marathounta landfill site in Paphos, Cyprus. Three Fire Service engines and one Forestry Department vehicle were dispatched to the scene.

Evangelos Tournas, Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, addressed the unprecedented extreme conditions faced by the Fire Service recently, emphasizing that there is no room for complacency against such phenomena during a Risk Assessment Committee meeting.

A SYRIZA-PS Member of Parliament, Ioannis, has called for the immediate reinforcement of understaffed Fire Services and the renewal of the outdated vehicle fleet in the P.E. of Larissa, Greece.

A large fire erupted in an agricultural area in Agia Marina, Ilia, prompting an immediate response from the Fire Service, including the deployment of three aircraft, as flames spread rapidly.

A retired fire officer has been remanded by a court in Ghana over an alleged GH¢303,200 recruitment scam. The officer is accused of involvement in a fake recruitment scheme for the Ghana National Fire Service.

A loud, deafening noise in the Therissos area of Heraklion, Greece, prompted an immediate response from the fire service, with eight firefighters and three vehicles dispatched to a machine shop in the area.

Firefighting forces continue to operate on multiple fronts in Attica, with a spokesperson for the Fire Service highlighting dangerous negligence, including barbecues, blowtorches, and grinding work, occurring while the region was ablaze.

Two Hong Kong fire service contractors allegedly linked to malpractice in the city’s deadliest blaze in decades, the Tai Po tragedy, are reportedly still in business and accepting new contracts.

The Fire Service clarified that the wildfire in Boeotia did not originate from wind turbines, as stated by its spokesperson during an afternoon briefing.

The University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Ghana has commissioned a dedicated Ghana National Fire Service station on its Tarkwa campus to enhance emergency response and safety for its community and surrounding areas, following 12 fire incidents in six months.

A quick intervention by the Gramsh Fire Service prevented a tragedy in the Devoll River, where a tractor became trapped in the water with three people inside, who were subsequently rescued.

A Benz Sprinter bus transporting 11 lower primary school pupils crashed into a loaded tipper truck on the Dzorwulu–Accra Mall stretch in Accra. The incident occurred on Thursday, July 30, prompting a response from the Ghana National Fire Service.

A fire has erupted in Menidi, leading to the immediate mobilization of the fire service to contain the blaze. Authorities are currently on the scene addressing the situation.

The Cyprus fire service has acquired six new enclosed trailer units, equipped for technical rescue operations, as part of the EU co-funded Epikentrosis project.

A fire erupted in an area with low vegetation in Aspropyrgos, Greece, on Tuesday evening, prompting an immediate response from fire services. The blaze started around 8:30 PM, threatening scattered homes and infrastructure.

A powerful fire erupted early Monday morning on a hill at the entrance of Ksamil, Albania, close to a resort. Fire services are on the scene working to extinguish the blaze.

The Lithuanian government has approved amendments to the Road Law, which will exempt vehicles belonging to municipal fire services and forestries from the annual heavy vehicle tax.

The Greek Fire Service has received a total of 940 calls, predominantly from Attica, Central Greece, and Thessaly, since Friday afternoon due to severe weather conditions.

The Hong Kong Fire Services Department announced that paramedics will operate on a 'if in doubt, rescue first' principle when deciding whether to resuscitate patients, following the implementation of a new end-of-life directives law next week.

Firefighters continue to battle a wildfire on Slievenamon in County Tipperary, Ireland, which intensified on Wednesday due to strong winds directing flames towards a Coillte forest. Authorities anticipate the blaze may be extinguished within two days.

A wildfire on a Tipperary mountain spread significantly through forestry overnight, with authorities stating it is too early to assess the full extent of the damage. Fire services continue to battle the blaze, which has impacted a large area.

Six months after a fire at the Spar logistics center in Ljubljana, the Public Fire Service of the City of Ljubljana received a €50,000 donation, which will be used for the development of a mobile reception system.

The Ghana National Fire Service confirmed that two vehicles were destroyed and a school bus sustained partial damage in a fire outbreak at Mahean, near Divine Glory School in the Greater Accra Region, on Monday night.

Fire services in Tipperary are actively engaged in tackling a massive blaze that has erupted at Slievenamon.

A man was successfully rescued alive by the Kano State Fire Service after being trapped under a collapsed wall during a demolition exercise in Kano.

A large fire broke out in an agricultural-forest area near Pyrgos, Ilia, Greece, prompting a significant mobilization of fire services due to its proximity to residential areas and an emergency alert.

Three fires that broke out in different regions of Greece—Rodopi, Aspropyrgos, and Kilkis—have been brought under control thanks to the rapid mobilization of fire services. Drones played a significant role in locating the fire sources.

A sprinter bus crashed on the Goaso–Mim highway, resulting in 30 victims remaining in critical condition, according to the Fire Service.

A team from the Ghana National Fire Service rescued a three-year-old boy from drowning during a community engagement exercise in Nkawkaw Kwamang.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has stepped up its fire prevention and public safety activities across Ghana's Eastern Region through inspections, community education, and practical training programs.

The Kildare Fire Service is actively responding to a number of extensive wildfires occurring across the county. Firefighters are working to contain the blazes.

The Ghana National Fire Service has recovered the body of an 11-year-old boy who drowned at Adenta Aviation in the Greater Accra Region following a search and recovery operation.

An alert was raised in Monastiraki, Athens, following the discovery of a suspicious suitcase in front of a store in a busy area, leading to the deployment of police and fire services and the closure of the area.

Eight regions across Greece are under a 'yellow' alert for high fire risk on Saturday, according to the Fire Service's risk prediction map.

Southern Norway is experiencing the most extensive dry and damaged heather in twelve years, following a long, cold winter with little precipitation, leading fire services to warn of increased flammability.

A bill introduced in the State Duma proposes sending conscripts to serve in military units of Russia’s Federal Fire Service, which is part of the Emergency Situations Ministry.

A fire at a Melcom warehouse in the Tema Free Zones caused no injuries, with the company commending emergency services for their swift response and assuring customers of continued stock availability.

A 58-year-old Frenchman was successfully rescued after a 12-hour operation by EMAK and Fire Service forces, having been trapped in a steep area north of Theodoriana, Arta.

Four individuals were arrested in Argolida, Kavala, and Corinthia for three separate fires caused by negligence, following investigations by the Arson Crime Investigation Teams of the Fire Service.

New developments in the investigation of the fatal fire in Lití, Oreokastro, Thessaloniki, suggest that a lit cigarette thrown by a driver may have caused the blaze. Fire services are examining video evidence.

The Greek Fire Service has reported 40 agricultural and forest fires across the country within a 24-hour period, with local investigative offices and arson units examining the causes.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) confirmed 12 deaths and nearly 500 rescues following extensive flooding in the Greater Accra Region after heavy rains. The GNFS has appealed for boats and pickup vehicles to intensify ongoing rescue operations.

A fire erupted in a reed-covered grassland area of Kalamonas, Rhodes, prompting an alert to the Fire Service, and has since been brought under partial control.

Four more arrests have been made by the Arson Crime Investigation Teams of the Fire Service in Greece, related to fires caused by negligence on June 22 and 23.

Six people have died and 34 others were rescued following a series of road traffic crashes across Ghana's Volta Region on Sunday, June 21, 2026, according to the Ghana National Fire Service.

Evangelos Tournas, Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection, convened a broad meeting with fire service leadership to discuss the progress of the fire season and strategies to limit fire ignitions and reduce combustible material.

A powerful fire has broken out in Rakkestad, Norway, with fire services working to prevent its spread to nearby buildings. Police are advising residents to close their windows.

Greek authorities made five arrests over the weekend for wildfires caused by negligence, bringing the total to 88 arrests and 423 fines since the beginning of the year. The fire service continues its efforts to prevent and combat wildfires.

A tragic incident in Abura Dunkwa, Ghana, resulted in the death of a mason who fell into a well during construction work, prompting a rescue and recovery operation by the Ghana National Fire Service.

Two individuals were rescued alive following a road traffic accident on the Kpeve–Peki stretch in Ghana's Volta Region, as confirmed by the Ghana National Fire Service.

The Delhi Lieutenant Governor has recommended exploring the induction of former Agniveers into the fire department to address staff shortages. This initiative aims to strengthen the fire service by utilizing the skills of ex-military personnel.

Fire services have concluded that a bungalow fire was started deliberately, indicating an act of arson.

Five people died and ten were rescued after building collapses occurred in Gaida and Kurna areas of Kano State, according to the Kano State Fire Service.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) successfully rescued a driver who was trapped inside a truck following a vehicular accident on the Kintampo–Tamale Highway.

UK fire services urge the public to stop calling emergency lines to report neighbors having barbecues and warn against lighting anything that could spark wildfires.

Four fire spots have been extinguished in Has and Tropojë, Albania, over the past two days, with the situation kept under control by fire services, relevant structures, and residents. Authorities are appealing to citizens to exercise caution.

French firefighters are planning a nationwide protest on September 29, accusing the government of not adequately responding to the increasing needs of the fire service.

Greek Civil Protection and the Fire Service have issued strong appeals and warned of strict penalties against starting fires, as extreme meteorological conditions mark one of the most difficult days of the anti-fire season.

A rescue operation was organized by the Fire Service Operations Center to assist a 37-year-old Greek hiker found in a difficult-to-access area in Northern Tzoumerka, Epirus.

Police and fire services have cordoned off an area outside the Nobel Peace Center in Oslo after a two-meter deep hole was reported. Authorities are investigating the cause and extent of the collapse.

The Ghana National Fire Service has responded to a domestic fire outbreak at Kasoa Brigade, opposite DY Academy, on Monday, August 10, 2026.

Kwara Fire Service has issued a warning against encroachment on its Mandate Market station, citing risks to emergency response and public safety.

An explosion occurred around 3:45 AM in Rue Père Damien, Evere, Brussels, alarming local police. A spokesperson for the Brussels fire service confirmed the incident to the Belga agency, noting no injuries were reported from the blast.

A forest fire erupted on Sunday afternoon in a wooded area in Mouzaki, Pyrgos, Ilia, Greece, amidst strong winds. Four aerial firefighting assets were deployed to combat the blaze, with the Fire Service Operations Center notified around 5:00 PM.

A private vehicle was extensively damaged in a fire that broke out in the early hours of Sunday while it was parked in a field beside a road in Larnaca, Cyprus. Fire services responded to the blaze.

Despite being a frozen desert, Antarctica faces fire risks, prompting the US Fire Service to address the unique challenges of fire prevention and response in the continent.

The Federal Fire Service in Nigeria has launched a mandatory Fire Warden Training program for Nigerian organizations to enhance fire safety and emergency preparedness across the country.

The critical fire situation in Mallakastër, Albania, continues, with flames in the Drenija forest out of control due to strong winds and spreading rapidly. Fire services are on the ground, and air intervention is expected, as fires continue to advance towards Ngraçanit.

The B.C. Wildfire Service describes current wildfire conditions as 'explosive and extremely dangerous,' urging the public to clear Okanagan Lake for firefighting aircraft as crews brace for more heat and dry lightning.

Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service successfully contained a fire outbreak at a mechanic shop on S.D.A. Road in Ho, preventing its spread to nearby structures.

Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service successfully contained a domestic fire at Teshie LEKMA, behind Prolife Pharmacy, in the Greater Accra Region, with no casualties reported.

Two crew members died after two firefighting helicopters collided over Athens, Greece, during a blaze, prompting an investigation into the crash. The incident highlights the perils of battling wildfires in the region.

A two-meter-long snake caused alarm after it was discovered inside a storage room of a residence in Malakonta, Evia, prompting a call to the fire service.

Mourners gathered in Agrinio to lay to rest a young fire chief who died in a fatal wildfire in Gytheio, with senior fire service and political leadership honoring the fallen officer.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has initiated the pilot phase of its Automated Fire Compliance and Safety System (AFCAS), a new digital platform designed to modernize fire safety regulations and enhance compliance for contractors.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) averted a major power outage after firefighters from the Weija Fire Station quickly extinguished an electrical fire involving an ECG pole and overhead cables at Tetegu SDA.

A wildfire burning near Clinton, British Columbia, is expected to intensify and grow as dry conditions and stronger winds approach. The wildfire service anticipates 'extreme fire behaviour' this week, leading to more evacuations.

Wildfires that broke out in Pylaia and Monolofo, Oraiokastro, Thessaloniki, have been brought under control, according to the latest update from the Fire Service.

Fire services personnel in Co Tipperary are tackling blazes at Slievenamon for a sixth day while in Co Wicklow the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is continuing to assess the situation at…

Severe weather swept across Greece, leading to widespread flooding, fallen trees, and over 940 calls to the fire service, with more than 55,000 electrical discharges recorded.

Ibrahim Sarafadeen has been appointed as the new State Controller for the Kwara Fire Service Command in Nigeria, with details on his background and vision now available.

A wildfire erupted in low vegetation in the Plagia area of Aetolia-Acarnania, Greece, prompting an immediate response from the Fire Service. Twenty firefighters and three aerial units are currently engaged in extinguishing the blaze.

A new report from the Polish State Fire Service indicates that 26 electric cars caught fire in Poland during the first half of 2026, burning less frequently than internal combustion vehicles when adjusted for registration numbers.

Wildfires in the Wicklow uplands are now under control, but an estimated 200-300 hectares of land have been scorched. Fire services worked to contain the blazes, which caused significant environmental damage.

The Kwara fire service successfully prevented the destruction of 14 rooms in a storey building fire in Ilorin. Their swift action prevented the fire from spreading further.

Warm and dry weather persists in several parts of Norway, leading to a heightened risk of forest fires in the south. Fire services are emphasizing the need for increased preventive measures, warning that it would take little for things to get out of control.

The Greek Fire Service reported 37 forest and agricultural fires across the country within the last 24 hours.

A domestic fire that broke out at Ofankor near Roland Hotel has destroyed several wooden structures and their contents, but a swift response by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) prevented the…

Firefighters and park services are battling ongoing wildfires in both Killarney National Park in Ireland and Cairngorms National Park in Scotland. The smouldering fires continue to pose a risk, requiring sustained efforts to contain them.

Two individuals have been arrested in Kilkis, Greece, by the Fire Service's Investigative Department for causing fires due to negligence in two separate incidents on Wednesday.

A wave of wildfires is challenging British fire services as extreme heat persists across the United Kingdom. Approximately 20 fires are currently active, with no immediate relief in sight from the high temperatures.

The Federal Fire Service in Kano State, Nigeria, successfully rescued six individuals alive after a section of a building collapsed at the Whitefield Rice Mills Processing Company.

Experts warn that the UK is experiencing a widespread 'firewave' with growing wildfire risks, as fire services are currently battling 19 separate incidents across the country.

Personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service successfully rescued a trapped victim following a head-on collision between a cargo truck and an excavator on the Kpetoe-Sarakope Road in Ghana's Volta Region.

Hong Kong police, in a two-day joint operation with fire services and immigration authorities, arrested 65 individuals, including 11 sex workers and 54 suspected illegal gamblers, as part of a crackdown targeting illicit triad-linked income sources.

An interview with Adriano Alfonso Scica, head of Italy's Forest Fire Service, highlights the heightened danger to forests due to heat and drought, emphasizing the need for more prevention efforts as wind complicates firefighting.

The Greek Fire Service reported 37 agricultural and forest fires across the country in the last 24 hours, with 34 of them immediately contained in their initial stages.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has recovered the body of a man from a flooded drainage channel at Kpando-Gabi in the Kpando Municipality following a heavy downpour that caused severe flooding in the area.

The president of SYRIZA-PS visited the municipalities of Oraikastro and Pavlos Melas, emphasizing the need for a strong state, stronger fire services, and more resources for municipalities to address climate crisis challenges.

A potentially devastating fire at Adonten Senior High School in Ghana was brought under control by the Ghana National Fire Service, preventing the flames from engulfing the science block and other adjacent structures.

The Greek Fire Service reported 44 agricultural and forest fires across the country within a 24-hour period, with most brought under control early and investigations ongoing for the remaining outbreaks.

An eighteen-year-old student has drowned in the River Wye in Wales while on a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award trip, with emergency services locating his body after a search involving Mountain Rescue, police, and the fire service.

Φωτιά ξέσπασε το μεσημέρι της Τετάρτης σε αγροτοδασική έκταση στο Καλαπόδι Φθιώτιδας, λίγο μετά τις 13:40. Κινητοποιήθηκαν άμεσα επίγειες και εναέριες δυνάμεις του Πυροσβεστικού Σώματος και…

The Greek Fire Service has published a call for applications for the recruitment of 600 general duty firefighters for a seven-year term, with the application process for 2026 positions set to begin soon.

Fire services have responded to a possible fire at Tøyen in Oslo, leading to the evacuation of an apartment block due to significant smoke.

Sixteen fire trucks equipped with 42-meter ladders, valued at over 50 million PLN, have remained unused in Polish fire stations for more than three years due to an ongoing dispute between the State Fire Service and Austrian company Rosenbauer, which may proceed to court.

The Greek Fire Service responded to 83 agricultural and forest fires across the country in the last 48 hours, leading to seven arrests for arson due to negligence.

The Ghana National Fire Service, in collaboration with police, managed an incident involving an overturned gas tanker near the Tema Motorway Roundabout, confirming no leak was detected.

The Ghana National Fire Service is advising households and businesses to adhere to electrical safety measures as the rainy season intensifies, citing rain-related electrical faults as a primary cause of preventable fires.

A fire destroyed a shop in Asokwa, Ghana, with the Ghana National Fire Service successfully preventing its spread to nearby buildings.

The Ghana National Fire Service successfully prevented a major fire from spreading at the GRIDCo Power Station in Techiman after a capacitor bank caught fire. The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) provided support for the safe demolition of a dilapidated four-storey building located on Abebrese Street in Osu, within the Korle Klottey Constituency.

A fire that erupted at a vehicle paint shop in Kokkinotrimithia, Nicosia, was brought under full control by the fire service, with vehicles and equipment inside the shop sustaining damage.

The Kano Fire Service rescued 34 lives and saved property worth over N437 million in May 2026, though 13 fatalities were recorded from various incidents.

Authorities in Paphos, Cyprus, are stepping up fire patrols across the district following a week of blazes and continuous heatwaves. The Fire Service and police are coordinating additional plans to prevent further incidents.

Personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) are actively battling a fire that has erupted in a residential apartment located in Accra New Town.

Major incidents have been declared across the UK, including in Stourbridge, Sandwell, and Pershore, as fire services are stretched by widespread wildfires.

The Federal Fire Service boss has appealed to Nigerian motorists to give fire trucks and ambulances right-of-way, emphasizing that every second counts during emergencies.

A recent blaze in the New Forest underscores the growing challenges faced by under-pressure fire services in England, where a drop in firefighter numbers has left brigades stretched as incident call-outs rise.

A forest fire that broke out in a hard-to-access area at Agios Vatzeros in the Marathounta community of the Paphos district has been brought under control by fire services.

The fire service successfully completed an operation to assist a 64-year-old man and a 59-year-old woman who had become disoriented with their vehicle in Spercheiada, Makrakomi Municipality.

The Greek Fire Service has received 14 new 12,000-liter water tanker vehicles, significantly enhancing its fleet. This acquisition is part of an ongoing modernization effort to improve firefighting capabilities.

Kano State Fire Service responded to two separate fire outbreaks in Kano, one at an Access Bank branch and another at a residential building.

A vehicle carrying two adults and three children veered off the road and fell into a stream in Blégny, Belgium, prompting a response from local fire services.

Firefighters in the Kaunas district rescued two men who had fallen into water and also responded to a fire at a grain dryer. These incidents highlight the diverse emergency responses undertaken by the local fire services.

The fire service successfully rescued 16 individuals from a collapsed building in Kano, Nigeria. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday when the approximately 20 by 30 feet structure suddenly gave way.

A fire gutted a room in an Ilorin apartment in Kwara, Nigeria, with arson suspected. The Kwara Fire Service contained the blaze, and investigations are ongoing.

A fuel tanker filled with petrol exploded at a filling station in Area 3 Garki, Abuja, injuring three firefighters and engulfing the station in flames.

Dublin Fire Brigade is dealing with a significant fire at a car dismantlers near Lusk, advising residents to keep doors and windows closed.

The Ghana National Fire Service successfully rescued two young girls who were trapped in a fire outbreak at the family residence of the late Tamale Central Member of Parliament, Dr. Murtala Mohammed, in Dohinna Yili, Tamale.

Nigeria's Federal Fire Service Controller-General commended a firefighter in Plateau State who risked his life by entering a diesel tank to save a trapped man. The incident highlights the dedication and sacrifices made by firefighters.

The Federal Fire Service has introduced a new medical intervention scheme and increased its interest-free loan to ₦500,000 to enhance staff welfare and morale.

The Greek Fire Service has issued a call for new volunteers, outlining who can apply to join. This comes as immediate compensation and damage restoration are prioritized.

At least nine people, including seven police officers, were injured in two distinct road traffic accidents in Ghana's Ashanti Region, prompting rescue operations by the Ghana National Fire Service.

Police and fire services responded to a severe fire in an outbuilding or barn in Romsås, Oslo, with residents advised to close their windows.

The Fire Service released a powerful video showcasing firefighters bravely rushing into a fire, highlighting the extreme and challenging conditions under which they operate.

The funeral for 27-year-old Deputy Fire Chief Konstantinos Laimodetis was held, with the fire service family paying tribute to their colleague who 'unexpectedly departed as a hero'.

The President of the Union of Fire Service Officers, Kostas Tsigkas, stated that most of the recent fires in Viotia appear to have started due to negligence, highlighting the difficult battle fought by firefighting forces.

Wildfire officials in British Columbia urged residents to obey evacuation orders after crews were forced to rescue an individual who had remained in a fire zone.

Fire services have solved the case of the fire at the Goudi Olympic Center (Badminton) on July 12, leading to three arrests.

The Greek fire service reported a total of 25 rural and forest fires across the country in the last 24 hours, with three fires still being actively fought and one in Aspropyrgos under partial control.

The Waterford Fire Service is actively dealing with a gorse fire in the Mahon Falls area of the Comeragh Mountains in Ireland.

A fire has broken out in the Zvërnec area of Albania, with a large cloud of dense smoke spreading and becoming visible over the city of Vlora. Police and fire services are en route to intervene and contain the blaze.

Attica and other regions of Greece, including Central Greece and Thessaly, have been hit by severe weather, including strong winds and heavy rainfall, leading to 940 calls for assistance to the Fire Service.

A wildfire that broke out in a forest area near Neos Marmaras in Halkidiki is now under control with no risk of further expansion, according to the Fire Service.

Dutch fire services warn that a series of thefts of equipment from 35 fire stations since the beginning of the year could lead to life-threatening situations, calling the acts 'anti-social and unacceptable'.

The Portuguese Firefighters League is advocating for a university degree to be a mandatory requirement for accessing command positions within the fire service. They highlight that firefighters are currently the only security force without higher education requirements for leadership roles.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has intensified its fire safety education campaigns across communities in the Eastern Region, aiming to reduce fire outbreaks and promote public awareness on prevention measures.

A wildfire on Slievenamon, previously subdued, has reignited with increasing flames, prompting fire services to request aerial support.

Fire services are at the scene of a wildfire on Slievenamon in County Tipperary, Ireland, actively working to bring the blaze under control.

The fire service is advising the public to be aware of common domestic fire risks during the summer, including those related to barbecues, batteries, and certain household habits. They specifically recommend keeping pressurized cans away from heat and direct sunlight.

A fire that broke out near an abandoned shoe factory in the buffer zone of Kokkinotrimithia, Nicosia, on Friday noon has been brought under control by fire services.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has intensified fire prevention and public safety education campaigns across communities in the Eastern Region as part of efforts to reduce fire outbreaks and…

A government counsel has argued that deceitful construction and fire service firms were primarily to blame for last year’s deadly Wang Fuk Court blaze in Tai Po, Hong Kong, citing conspiracy to circumvent supervision or neglect of duties.

The Arson Investigation Department of the Kilkis Fire Service, under the guidance of the Fire Brigade's D.A.E.E., made two more arrests for negligently causing fires after investigating two incidents.

A fire that broke out in low vegetation in the Aroi area of Patras was extinguished within 30 minutes after the Fire Service was alerted around 10:00 PM.

A fire is actively burning in a rural area near Peraia, Thessaloniki, prompting the Fire Service to mobilize ground forces and issuing a 112 emergency message for readiness to residents.

A fire that broke out in an agricultural area in Alimaki, Messinia, was immediately brought under control and extinguished by fire services.

Personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) successfully rescued a trapped victim following a head-on collision between a cargo truck and an excavator on the Kpetoe-Sarakope Road in Ghana's Volta Region.

A large fire has engulfed a warehouse storing numerous barrels of alcohol at Tema Community 26 in Ghana, prompting a significant emergency response from the Ghana National Fire Service.

Bulgarian fire services extinguished 127 fires across the country in the past 24 hours, with one 64-year-old man sustaining first-degree burns in one of the incidents.

Greek fire services reported 26 agricultural and forest fires across the country in the last 24 hours. Authorities stated that 23 of these fires were brought under control in their initial stages.

A family has paid tribute to their 'loving boy' who died during a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award trip, with his body located after a search involving mountain rescue and fire services.

Greece has issued a very high wildfire risk warning (category 4) for six regions, including Crete and the North Aegean, for Monday, July 6, with the Fire Service on alert.

Socrates Famellos, president of SYRIZA-PS, visited the fire-stricken areas of Oreokastro and Filothei in Western Thessaloniki to be briefed on the fire's progress and advocate for stronger fire services and local government.

A major fire has broken out at the Melcom warehouse located within the Tema Free Zones enclave in Ghana, prompting a large-scale emergency response from the Ghana National Fire Service.

A fire destroyed a tutor's office at the Ho Nursing Training College, while another incident saw a provision store at Peki Dzogbati consumed by flames, though the Ghana National Fire Service prevented a wider spread.

A fire is currently active in the Sindos area of the Delta Municipality in Thessaloniki, Greece. The blaze is burning waste and dry vegetation, with the fire service notified after 9 AM.

Another fire is engaging the Fire Service in Kyra Vrysi, Corinthia, in addition to a large fire in Derveni Oraiokastro, Thessaloniki. A warning message was issued via 112.

The Ghana National Fire Service is currently fighting a significant fire outbreak at a rubber factory in Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Accra, with heavy rainfall hampering their response efforts.

The Western Regional Command of the Ghana National Fire Service is intensifying efforts to promote fire prevention and emergency preparedness through engagements with major corporate and industrial institutions across the region.

Truck drivers in Enniscorthy are reportedly taking water reserved for fire services from housing estates and graveyards.

Eighty-three agricultural and forest fires broke out across Greece in the last 48 hours, leading to seven arrests for arson due to negligence. The fire service is actively responding to these incidents.

The fire and rescue unit in Prokuplje, Serbia, has received a new vehicle, and a helicopter will be stationed in Niš to enhance fire response capabilities in the Toplica district.

Fires have occurred in commercial establishments in the city centers of Athens, Greece, and Bergen, Norway, prompting significant emergency responses. Both incidents involved large smoke development and mobilized fire services.

The Cyprus fire service will conduct inspections along the buffer zone to identify potential fire hazards and ensure necessary clean-up works are carried out.

An alarm was raised in Thessaloniki after smoke was observed coming from a tire of a tanker truck at a gas station on Ethnikis Antistaseos street, prompting the dispatch of fire services.

From January 1 to June 8, 2026, the Greek Fire Service made 74 arrests for fire-related incidents, with 68 of these cases attributed to negligence.