There were no injuries reported in the Second Street fire, which 911 callers first reported around 5:24 a.m., according to BFD.| Berkeleyside
For landowners in fire-prone regions, understanding how to protect your property isn’t just smart, it’s essential. With many parts of the U.S. experiencing longer fire seasons and hotter, faster fires, proactive fire management can mean the difference between safety and loss. Wildfire expert Terry Severson shared his decades of experience in a recent episode of … Continue reading "What Landowners Need to Know About Wildfire Risk" The post What Landowners Need to Know About Wildfire Risk...| National Land Realty News
I have written about taking advantage of tax-advantaged and tax-deferred accounts like the TFSA and RRSP at length. TFSA and RRSP are great accounts for investing and growing your investments without having to worry about ... Read more| Tawcan
Over the years, we have done a number of financial independence journey reviews. Many of them were backward-looking looking with us doing some simulated| Tawcan
Several prominent early retirees have shared their challenges with life-changing events to include divorces, major medical surprises, and death of a spouse. While these events have a low chance of occurring for most early retirees, the impact of these events could derail our retirement plans. Some early retirees had to return to full-time employment as their passive income no longer covered their expenses. But others had a strong enough financial picture to weather the significant cut in net ...| Living The FIgh Life
This week’s public safety incidents across the Northern Beaches... The post Public safety round-up appeared first on Northern Beaches Advocate.| Northern Beaches Advocate
The Manitoba government says there are currently 27 wildfires burning across the province.| CJOB
Have a guess within a few seconds: How many lithium-ion batteries do you think are on board during your typical flight? 🔋 We asked ourselves the exact same question in our HEMS equipped AW169. The answer? More than 30… On a typical airline flight it’ll be hundreds, if not thousands. Every lithium-ion battery is an| Pilots Who Ask Why ‣ Mastering Aviation Together - One Question at a Time
Continued Giant Sequoia Emergency Highlights Need for Renewed Federal and State Resources| Save the Redwoods League
Social media and owners played a big role in helping GM discover and confirm a recent Corvette Z06 and ZR1 refueling fire risk.| CorvetteForum
The Book of Fire – 3 Ways Musashi utilizes the Book of Fire to delve deeper into the concepts of timing and rhythm through various methods. Ken no Sen Tai No Sen Tai Tai No Sen Ken No Sen This is a blitzkrieg, a lightning war. Musashi emphasizes faster-than-normal footwork [Read More] The post The Book of Fire – 3 Ways appeared first on Martial Journal.| Martial Journal
TSA updates travel rules to curb fire risks from lithium batteries and overheating devices in cargo holds.| Prevue Meetings & Incentives
FIRE destroyed the Marshall Islands Nitijela (parliament building) just after midnight on Monday. Firefighters battled the blaze.| Islands Business
An immersive virtual reality training initiative that will help residents understand and respond to household fire risks is being launched in Clarington, thanks to a $25,000 grant from Hydro One and a partnership with Durham College. Clarington Emergency & Fire Services is teaming up with the college’s Mixed Reality Capture Studio to develop the simulations. […] The post Ontario college teams up with local municipality to launch virtual fire safety training appeared first on INsauga | Ont...| RSS Feed for INsauga
RNZ Pacific Fire engulfed the Marshall Islands Nitijela (Parliament building) just after midnight on last night with firefighters risking their lives as they battled the blaze early today in a bid to save the complex. “Sometime around midnight or shortly after this morning, the Parliament building in Majuro caught fire, started burning,” RNZ Pacific’s correspondent| Asia Pacific Report
There’s an unfortunate misconception about the role of forest fires, with the public fearing the natural disaster’s potential for destruction, displacement, and disruption. However, while large wildfires can certainly be … Read more The post Understanding the Benefits of Prescribed Fire appeared first on The National Wildlife Federation Blog.| The National Wildlife Federation Blog
Prescribed fire is more than just a land management technique. It's a lifeline for our forests, grasslands, and wildlife.| The National Wildlife Federation Blog
A little business before we get started: Our annual letter went out at the beginning of this month. We have received many confirmations of guest reservations, but we want to remind you that the deadline is this coming Friday, January 25th. Please let us... The post Welcome 2019! appeared first on The Waldheim.| The Waldheim
How do we protect firefly populations while also achieving other ecological goals on the landscape? This is a question that land managers grapple with when figuring out how to maintain the wildlife habitats they steward. Prescribed fire, also known as controlled burns or cultural fire, is the intentional use of fire to sustain or regenerate ... Read more| Firefly Atlas
The financial independence retire early (FIRE) community is a very supportive and tight-knit one. One thing I appreciate from the diverse FIRE community is| Tawcan
The executive editing team addresses The Daily's participation in the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression's lawsuit to protect free speech. The post Letter from the Editors: On The Daily’s lawsuit with FIRE appeared first on The Stanford Daily.| The Stanford Daily
Several prominent early retirees have shared their challenges with life-changing events to include divorces, major medical surprises, and death of a spouse. While these events have a low chance of occurring for most early retirees, the impact of these events could derail our retirement plans. Some early retirees had to return to full-time employment as their passive income no longer covered their expenses. But others had a strong enough financial picture to weather the significant cut in net ...| Living The FIgh Life
Eight people were injured and reportedly 50 people are now displaced after a fire tore through a 19-unit apartment complex in San Rafael Thursday morning.| SFist - San Francisco News, Restaurants, Events, & Sports
I have, so far, sent one and only one recommendation to the Idaho Legislature’s new DOGE task force that is supposed to be on the hunt for efficiencies in government. I could send more, but I wanted to offer something that checks all the boxes for legislators who want to: Make government more eff| Idaho Freedom
No injuries were reported after a fire was brought under control in the east end Sunday| ottawacitizen
On a dry, windy afternoon in late April 2025, the hills west of Jerusalem ignited and burst into an inferno. Flames, fed by the hot desert winds, spre| Green Prophet
A boy needed 11 skin grafts for third-degree burns after his pyjamas were set on fire by a candle. Jair Martinez, eight, fell into a candle which was placed on a table in the living room of his home in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA. The quick-thinking schoolboy ran to the shower and switched it on [...] <p>The post Boy left with third-degree burns after candle set pyjama top on fire first appeared on National Daily Press.</p>| National Daily Press
How to Protect Your Home from Fire Damage In Southern California, we relish the warm, sunny weather year-round. However, this pleasant climate can shift dramatically, leading to wildfires, especially during September and October, historically the worst months for fires in California. Experts now warn that wildfire season may extend almost year-round.Given the unpredictability of wildfires, ... Read more| Water Damage Restoration & Flood Cleanup Certified Restoration Inc.
In June alone, firefighters responded to around 120 outdoor fires across Surrey – nearly a 200% increase compared to the same time last year. One of these incidents was a wildfire at Valley Wood Place, near Chobham Common, which affected one hectare of land – roughly the size of two football pitches. Surrey Fire and … Continue reading →| Surrey News
It’s hard to believe this blog has been in existence for over 11 years. Last year, I celebrated the 10th anniversary of this blog and it’s quite fascinating that another year has gone by with ... Read more| Tawcan
Since 2019, I have set goals and resolutions at the beginning of the year and provided progress updates each quarter. It has been six years since this annual| Tawcan
Campers were left stunned after an electric car burst into flames at a Devon campsite, torching a nearby tent. Fire crews contained the blaze, but both were destroyed.| Need To Know
Brits are urged to keep doors shut at night despite heatwave risks, as closed doors can stop fire spread and save lives, say Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue officials.| Need To Know
Two young girls and an adult man are dead after a huge explosion tore through a Nebraska biofuels plant, officials said Wednesday.| WDEF
For seven decades the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service’s National Technology and Development Program, has provided practical solutions to problems identified by its employees and partners. The program helps the Forest Service manage the nation’s natural resources efficiently and safely. Other agencies and private groups have adopted many of the program’s solutions. [fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” […] The post Advancing Technology for 70 Years in the F...| National Museum of Forest Service History
For those of you who are new to this blog, I have been posting monthly dividend income updates to keep us accountable. We also use these regular updates to| Tawcan
I recently finished “Richer, Wiser, Happier: How the World’s Greatest Investors Win in Markets and Life” by William Green. In the book, Green shared| Tawcan
During winter, efforts to keep the cold out often lead [...] The post Preventing CO2 Contamination in Colder Months appeared first on Trace Analytics, the AirCheck Lab.| Trace Analytics, the AirCheck Lab
Ithaca officials sent an Tompkins SIREN alert at 2:40pm urging area residents to avoid the area of West Spencer Street between South Titus Street and the traffic circle on Ithaca's southside due to fire department activity. At the same time, a power outage has left over 1,700 customers without power in Ithaca. [...]| 14850.com
Hundreds have been displaced after a devastating fire tore through Baba Ayoyo, a densely populated slum in Ahodwo within the| The Overseers - Ghana No.1 News
It’s officially summer! As you head out to explore, remember to plan ahead and recreate responsibly. LADWP-managed lands are open and accessible to the public| Eastern Sierra Now | Local News
Happiness Through Subtraction is still an effective strategy, but you need to be aware of the positives you may be removing in the process.| Mad Fientist
I came across this article from The Globe and Mail the other day. The article profiled Jeremy Finney who retired five years ago at age 41. Soon 46, he is| Tawcan
Hold on tight, this episode is a whirlwind of data-infused targeting, intel, and logistics. Joe O'Callaghan joins host Tom Spahr in the virtual studio to discuss the Department of Defense's Maven Smart System. Maven was first developed to leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to help speed intelligence analysis, but has since been applied to targeting, logistics, and even disaster relief. Joe, as the former Chief of Fires in the XVIII Airborne Corps, was one of the key archite...| A Better Peace: The War Room Podcast
A robo-dog capable of throwing 30-ft flames from its back might seem the stuff of sci-fi nightmares, but such terrors were made real last year with the launch of the Thermonator from Ohio's Throwflame. Now the fire-breathing quadruped is available to buy for under $10k.| New Atlas
“Do you think dividend investing is the best investment in the world? What is the best way to invest?”| Tawcan
Thinking about inflation? Me, too. With recent increases in government tariffs on foreign goods, the specter of higher inflation has increased, and the potential impact on your expenses may be a worry. But the impacts of inflation are not always bad—or as bad as we may think. Inflation is demonized because we tend to notice higher prices for gas or groceries on a regular basis, but we tend not to notice when prices stay neutral or go down, or when our income goes up.| Living The FIgh Life
the whole world is burningand the only way to bring it water,the bucket of you| A Hundred Falling Veils
Newsom’s executive order allows fire reduction efforts to bypass CEQA ahead of fire season. Some fire agencies are seeking to take advantage of the opportunity. The post Will Newsom’s Expedited Wildfire Prevention Plans Harm Wildlife? appeared first on Bay Nature.| Bay Nature
Welcome to Part 3 and the final part of our 20-day Taiwan trip report. I hope you have enjoyed reading about our trip and seeing all the pictures so far.| Tawcan
Since my early retirement in 2020, I have noticed several misunderstandings about pursuing financial independence (FI) and retiring early that are frequently perpetuated by FI content creators and their guests. Here are six common myths regarding pursuing full FI and early retirement. While some of these might be true for some individuals or in very specific cases, they become myths when touted as general truths. It is time to debunk several:| Living The FIgh Life
When I need to get out of my head, I go to Ellwood. This stretch of bluffs along the coast in western Goleta has trails through open grasslands and small paths that wind down to a wide beach, where you can find driftwood forts and views out to the Channel Islands. At its north end, a eucalyptus grove is home to winter roosts of monarchs. I have happy memories of wandering through the trees with a group of preschoolers in rainboots. When the sun broke through the clouds, dozens of the monarchs...| The Last Word On Nothing
I haven’t been paying attention to this blog much because I’ve had a lot going on. Summer is almost here and we’ve already had loads of visitors come through town. One of the great things about living in Colorado is that there are always fun and interesting people around, locals and visitors alike. And there […]| 1500 Days to Freedom
Lutherville Volunteer Fire Company Squad 303 responded to the incident below with Providence Volunteer Fire Company of Towson Maryland. The post Squad 303 Responds to Incident with Providence VFC appeared first on Lutherville Volunteer Fire Company #30.| Lutherville Volunteer Fire Company #30
You get used to even the best achievements. A couple of thoughts on levelling up but not getting blindsided by its downsides.| mr-stingy
For years, I had wanted to start a blog. More specifically, a blog in the personal finance field. I was frustrated seeing so many coworkers and friends going into debt at a young age, spending money they didn’t have to impress people they didn’t know. Then, in 2011, I realized our family was going down […]| Financial Pilgrimage
With Landsat Next's 26 new spectral bands, we'll be able to see our planet like never before. Landsat Next’s enhanced capabilities will provide scientists, farmers, and decision-makers with critical data to tackle global challenges. The post Beyond the Visible: Landsat Next’s New Spectral Bands first appeared on Landsat Science.| Landsat Science
The city said the cause of the fire has not yet been determined but is considered suspicious. An investigation, led by the RCMP working with other responding agencies, is underway.| Global News
Two councilmembers in the City of Los Angeles recently put forward a resolution that would request that California law be amended so that the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority, a loca…| Travis Longcore
I’m excited to share this latest conversation I had with Carina Lyall and Rina Garcia Chua over at Becoming Nature, a podcast hosted by Lyall reflecting on “nature and the unfolding of …| Ekostories by Isaac Yuen
Some of the most sought after places to build houses in Los Angeles (and other urban areas in California) are at the base of, or in, the low mountain ranges that transverse the state. These areas a…| Regenetarianism
How do you explain what you want to do after you stop working at your current job. My explanation? Startup FIRE.| Minafi
O Prometheus!Sometimes I curse you for stealing the fireFor its burns within meAnd tears down the veil of my pretention,And urge me to break my silence.When there is war around meAnd the evil dance…| India & Masticadores // Editor Abhilash Fraizer
Exciting times ahead, I’m heading to Japan in a few short weeks. While I’ve been budgeting carefully, this spring has been an expensive one. I bought the airline tickets back in December for around $4500 roundtrip, and have been sporadically booking and paying for accommodations every few weeks. Since we’re timing vacations with our kids’ school breaks, our options were either April or waiting until June. We’ll be there for around 2 weeks with stops in the tourist triangle of... Rea...| Happily Disengaged
In this episode, we head out west to a little place near Warwick called Hart Hill and had a great weekend camping and sitting around the fire pit!| MAX Fire Pits
Wildfire burns between 3.94 million and 5.19 million square kilometres of land every year worldwide. If that area were a single country, it would be the seventh largest in the world. In Australia, most fire occurs in the vast tropical savannas of the country’s north. In new research published in Nature Geoscience, we show IndigenousContinue reading "Indigenous fire management began more than 11,000 years ago: new research"| Global Ecology @ Flinders
Homeowners are interested in creating a garden that is aesthetically pleasing, with variations in color and textures that complement their home. However, if your house is located near a forest or grasslands, you should consider the flammability of your plant choices in order to reduce fire risk. First, think of the first 30 feet from […]| Eugene Magazine
I want to reclaim financial independence as a tool for deeper engagement instead of opting out. Today, I’m reflecting on your feedback.| CLIPPING CHAINS
The ventilation system would be operated to force the smoke and hot gases in the direction of the empty tunnel to provide a clear and safe environment behind the fire … Continue reading →|
Software applications used for the design of tunnel ventilation systems fall into two general categories: onedimensional onedimensional, also known as network analysis, and two or three-dimensional CFD. In network analysis, … Continue reading →|
The Kaprun disaster was a fire that occurred in an ascending railway car in the tunnel of the Gletscherbahn 2 railway in Kaprun, Austria, on 11 November 2000. The disaster … Continue reading →|
Wildfires have been increasing in frequency and size across North America in recent years. British Columbia is no exception to that trend; more than 4% of the heavily-forested province has burned since 2017. In 2023, Canada saw its worst wildfire season in recorded history. These high intensity fires affect ecosystem health and local economies, as timber is a major industry in BC.| Landsat Science | A joint NASA/USGS Earth observation program.
After experiencing a fire incident, the immediate focus often revolves around safety and fire containment. However, once the flames are gone, the impact on your property, especially the roof, becomes a critical concern. Engaging in fire damage restoration in Asheville, NC, is the initial step toward recovery. It encompasses a comprehensive examination of the structural […] The post Why You May Need Roof Repairs or Replacement After a Fire appeared first on Secure Restoration.| Secure Restoration
Alaskans eager to begin a career in wildland firefighting don’t have to wait until spring to get started! The Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection is offering Virtual Basic Wildland Fire…| Alaska Wildland Fire Information
This is the second of three posts on proposed legislation to address the fire crisis on federal lands (the first post is here). Last post, I talked about why this legislation is essential, and the strengths of the bill that the House passed last Congress. In this post, I’ll talk about the parts of the … Continue reading "Fire and Permitting Reform"| Legal Planet
The Manchin-Barrasso energy permitting bill that I’ve posted about is not the only permitting reform bill that died with the last Congress. The House had passed the “Fix Our Forests Act,” legislation sponsored by Rep. Bruce Westerman, a Republican from Arkansas, with a focus on trying to reduce fire risks on federal (and other) lands. … Continue reading "The Urgent Need to Address Fire Risk"| Legal Planet
I frequently hear on Financial Independence and Retire Early (FIRE) podcasts and read in FIRE blogs that the RE (Retire Early) part of the FIRE acronym should be dropped. They can’t imagine not working, they say, and besides, they enjoy working.| Living The FIgh Life
What? $2,800 per hour? This must be a crazy MLM scheme or some sort of bait and switch scam, right? | Living The FIgh Life
A devastating fire on Myrtle Avenue has forced two beloved Bushwick restaurants, La Lupe and Indika House, to close indefinitely, leaving employees without work during the holiday season.| Bushwick Daily
It dawned on me on my way to work one morning that I’ve stopped giving a damn about FIRE. Driving through the darkness of the early morning freeways, lights of the San Francisco skyline and bridges glistening out past the windows, podcast on the History of Byzantium blasting through the truck speakers, the thought popped into my mind that I don’t really need an exit off this freeway I’ve found myself cruising down. I don’t need FIRE anymore. What do... Read More Read More| Happily Disengaged
Book reviews, snippets of book news, and alerts about books outside the glare of the publicity spotlight.| A life in books
These four dividend hikes increased our forward annual dividend income by $127.96. I was very pleased to see a payout increase of more than 10% from both Visa| Tawcan
Those of us who love books want to be able to read without having to do too much thinking about what's happening behind the scenes in the book world. Unfortunately, the publishing and bookselling landscape is surprisingly complex, and there's plenty you should know if you wish to be an ethical reader, from how authors make money, to how libraries get exploited by publishers, to what advice on social media you should absolutely not follow.| Our Next Life by Tanja Hester, author of Work Optional and Wallet Activism
If you aspire to retire or semi-retire earlier than most people, how much do you need to retire early at age 40, 45, 50 or 55? Thanks to my friends at| Tawcan
EMT & Paramedic Physical Requirements and Fitness Tips| logrx.com
In March 2015 the Peninsula burnt. The biggest veld fire since 2000 raged across Table Mountain National Park. People lost homes and businesses. Bees Marais, one of the country’s top helicopter rescue pilots, tragically lost his life in the line of duty while fighting fire at Cape Point. The blaze and the acrid smoke cloyed the air all over Cape Town, turning the sky scarlet and orange as the sun went down each day.| Notes from a Cape Town Botanist
Wondering about the signs of PTSD in EMS? Paramedic PTSD is more common than you might think. Here’s what you need to know.| LogRx Medication Tracking and Management System
Looking for a clinic narcotic tracking solution? Regardless of whether you have a big or small organization, LogRx can help improve accountability and protect you and your team from diversions.| LogRx Medication Tracking and Management System
Dryad Networks secures €6.3M to advance AI-driven wildfire detection and drone-based suppression technology.| DRONELIFE
The Ludlow Selectboard began their Monday, Oct. 21, regular monthly meeting – scheduled for the third Monday instead of the usual first...| The Vermont Journal & The Shopper
Why should you / shouldn't you quit your corporate job? What do I miss and what has surprised me in life after corporate?| Stop Ironing Shirts
It's been eight years since I left my full-time job, and here's what I learned from the last three years of post-FI life! Read more → The post Valuable Lessons from My Eighth Year of Freedom appeared first on Mad Fientist.| Mad Fientist
Early-morning fire leaves eight people displaced in west Windsor| windsorstar
Add this item to your emergency kit! Why I keep Cling Wrap in my disaster preparedness kit and resourceful ways to use plastic wrap in an emergency.| Ice Cream & Neon Dreams
Investing early and often now allows us to coast (financially) to retirement. Weekend Reading - Are we Coast FIRE now?| My Own Advisor
Tic, tic, tic… The sound of steel against flint… However, you may be surprised to learn that the face of this budding bushcraft instructor in whose hands these tools were located was screwed up like Dot Cotton sucking a wasp! The reason for my gurning was fear – pure and simple. Flint is just so super slice-y and, since I’ve got no lymph nodes left to look after my left arm, I have to be very careful to avoid cuts, scrapes and, most especially, thorns. Plus, I enjoy having functioning...| Woodland Ways Blog - Bushcraft and Survival
Back in 2017, I wrote a post titled “Does Work Define Who You Are?” In it, I posed the question - why do we tell people what we do for work when we first meet| Tawcan
