Woman rushed to hospital with spinal injury after Eltham crash
A woman was hospitalized with a spinal injury after a crash in Eltham, prompting emergency response and transportation to a major trauma center. [ more ]
'AVOID area' as 20 evacuate huge flat fire in south London block
The firefighters are tackling a huge blaze in a three-storey residential block. Around 80 firefighters and 12 engines are on site, and 20 individuals were evacuated with some treated for smoke inhalation. [ more ]
Behavioral changes were vital in halting the spread of the mpox virus, showing the significance of adapting practices alongside medical interventions. [ more ]
Trapped woman rescued from car and flown to hospital after crash
One woman was trapped in a car and airlifted to a major trauma center after a crash in Dagenham, while a man was taken to the hospital following the incident. [ more ]
London Fire Brigade won't attend automatic alarms unless they're told there's definitely a fire
The London Fire Brigade (LFB) will stop attending automatic fire alarms in non-residential buildings unless informed of a definite fire, focusing on genuine emergencies. [ more ]
Tooting fire: 80 firefighters tackle blaze at block of flats
Large fire at a block of flats in Tooting, involving 2 flats and part of the roof, with 20 people evacuated and some treated for smoke inhalation. [ more ]
Man Ejected From Vehicle Located on Remote Sonoma County Cliff After Car's Crash Alert
A crash-alert system helped authorities locate and rescue a seriously injured driver whose car had gone off a cliff on the Sonoma County coast. [ more ]
'Bloodstained rags' on pavement as man stabbed near polling station
The article reports a stabbing incident in Dagenham near a polling station, resulting in a 19-year-old man being rushed to the hospital in critical condition. [ more ]
Paramedics responded to a person falling ill at a gym in Gidea Park, taking them to the hospital. Another incident involved a man unwell at a leisure center, resulting in an unexpected death. [ more ]
Capitol Annex Swing Space evacuated after arrival of suspicious package, California officials say
The California Capitol Annex Swing Space in Sacramento was evacuated due to a suspicious package, which was later confirmed as not containing dangerous substances. [ more ]
A Chaotic Night at U.C.L.A. Raises Questions About Police Response
University officials at UCLA failed to explain why security officers did not act during the violent attack on a pro-Palestinian encampment, leading to chaos and little assistance from emergency lines. [ more ]
California Supreme Court to weigh pulling measure making it harder to raise taxes from ballot
The California Supreme Court is considering a measure that would make it harder to raise taxes, leading to a legal battle between the governor and business groups. [ more ]
S.F. Fire Apologies for Tweeting About Imaginary Bike Rule - Streetsblog San Francisco
The San Francisco Fire Department apologized for a misleading tweet about cyclists riding single file, emphasizing the importance of accurate safety messaging. [ more ]
Horror as dead body found slumped outside flats plagued by heroin and crack
A dead body went unnoticed for hours on an estate known for drug-related issues, prompting concerns about the community's desensitization to such incidents. [ more ]
Two Household Cavalry horses in 'serious condition' after six-mile rampage through central London
City of London Police officers on motorbikes created a path for the panicked horses to be steered into a box after a dramatic six-mile rampage. [ more ]
As Floods Beckoned, Many of New York's Catch-Basin Trucks Were Offline
NYC's public communications and infrastructure were inadequate during extreme weather events based on a report by the New York City comptroller. [ more ]
Overwhelming' need for royal commission into Covid pandemic response in Australia, Senate committee finds
The Senate committee recommends a royal commission to examine Australia's Covid-19 response, focusing on key elements and lessons to be learned. [ more ]