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11 National Park Service workers evacuated by helicopter amid California fire

May 18, 2026

11 National Park Service workers evacuated by helicopter amid California fire

A helicopter evacuated 11 National Park Service employees from Santa Rosa Island as a human-caused wildfire spread across more than 10,000 acres.

Two Navy jets crash midair as crew successfully ejects during Idaho military base air show

May 17, 2026

Two Navy jets crash midair as crew successfully ejects during Idaho military base air show

Videos show two Navy jets colliding midair at an Idaho air show, with four parachutes deploying before the aircraft crashed and exploded.

Masked suspect charged with using fuel, fireworks in Walmart kids section as cover for massive jewelry heist

May 16, 2026

Masked suspect charged with using fuel, fireworks in Walmart kids section as cover for massive jewelry heist

A NJ man allegedly sparked a massive fire inside a Maryland Walmart with camping fuel and fireworks to pull off a $10,000 jewelry heist, police said.

Firefighter killed in massive lumber mill explosion in Maine; at least 10 injured

May 16, 2026

Firefighter killed in massive lumber mill explosion in Maine; at least 10 injured

A lumber mill explosion in Searsmont, Maine, on Friday left one firefighter dead and injured several others, as officials investigate cause of massive fire.

Video shows large fire following Maine explosion

May 15, 2026

Video shows large fire following Maine explosion

Multiple injuries were reported following an explosion Friday at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont, Maine.

Small plane crashes into Ohio home killing 2 on board, igniting blaze in residential area

May 14, 2026

Small plane crashes into Ohio home killing 2 on board, igniting blaze in residential area

A small plane crashed into a home in Akron, Ohio, killing two people on board and sparking a large fire. The FAA and NTSB are now investigating the cause.

Bodycam footage captures Tennessee police officer saving mother and two kids from burning two-story home

May 13, 2026

Bodycam footage captures Tennessee police officer saving mother and two kids from burning two-story home

Officer Rogers jumped into action to rescue a mother and two children from a burning Chattanooga home, earning praise for his bravery and dedication.

Tennessee cop rescues mother, 2 children from burning home

May 13, 2026

Tennessee cop rescues mother, 2 children from burning home

Bodycam footage from the Chattanooga Police Department shows the officer running into a second-floor apartment to rescue the residents before returning to extinguish the flames. (Credit: Chattanooga Police Department)

Pennsylvania man accused of fatal arson after woman allegedly rejected his advances

May 11, 2026

Pennsylvania man accused of fatal arson after woman allegedly rejected his advances

A Pennsylvania man allegedly set a home on fire after allegedly being rejected by a woman, killing an Army veteran and injuring two others, according to police.

America’s firefighter shortage hits crisis level as emergency calls triple, putting lives at risk

May 10, 2026

America’s firefighter shortage hits crisis level as emergency calls triple, putting lives at risk

America faces a firefighter staffing crisis as volunteer numbers steadily decline, putting both first responders and community safety at risk. Career firefighter shares details.