Suspected arsonist seen on footage after 2 car fires at Orlando nonprofit
A local organization is seeking the public’s assistance after two cars belonging to its residents were set on fire in their parking lot, with surveillance footage capturing the suspected arsonist.
Maitland firefighters knock down fire that destroyed 3 city-owned vehicles
Maitland firefighters knocked down a fire that destroyed three city-owned vehicles, including a back-up rescue vehicle, a city spokesperson said.
Central Florida firefighters train to tackle lithium-ion battery fires
After an uptick in fires related to lithium-ion batteries, the Seminole County Fire Department is training firefighters from across Central Florida on awareness and response.
South Korean hotel fire that killed 7 was likely made worse by the lack of sprinklers, officials say
A fire that killed seven people in a South Korean hotel was possibly made worse by the lack of sprinklers.
‘I heard a big explosion:’ Neighbors capture video of fatal car fire near Dr. Phillips
Neighbors in an Orange County neighborhood describe what they saw as a car with an unresponsive woman inside erupted into flames in the driveway of a nearby home on Tuesday afternoon.
‘Just crazy:’ Loved ones speak out after woman hurt in explosion at Ocala laundromat
Tiffany King told News 6 that the family visits the Classic Laundromat & Dry Cleaner on Northeast 25th Avenue every week.
‘We’re underpaid:’ Brevard County firefighters rally for higher wages
Dozens of firefighters and supporters gathered for a rally as contract negotiations picked back up between the firefighter's union and Brevard County.
Orange County leaders approve higher property tax for fire, emergency services
For the first time in 17 years, Orange County leaders have approved an increase to the Fire & EMS property tax. The increase will add an estimated $150 per $250,000 of taxable value of single-family homes in unincorporated Orange County.
Marion County firefighter injured battling blaze that involved propane tank explosion
A Marion County firefighter was hurt as crews fought back flames from a burning garage near Ocala, according to the fire department.
‘Hundreds of emergency calls:’ Hillsborough firefighters respond to scores of fireworks incidents
Hillsborough County Fire Rescue announced its firefighters responded to hundreds of emergency calls on the Fourth of July.
Fireworks stored in garbage bin spark Maitland house fire
A home on Apache Trail in Maitland caught fire after used fireworks were placed in a garbage bin by residents on the Fourth of July, according to the Maitland Fire Department.
Firefighter injured as burning workshop extinguished in Flagler County, fire department says
A firefighter suffered minor injuries as crews responded to a burning workshop near Palm Coast, according to Flagler County Fire Rescue.
Red Cross called to assist 8, including 6 children, after apartment fire in Orlando
The American Red Cross was called Saturday to assist eight people, including six children, following a fire at an apartment in Orlando, according to firefighters.
No injuries reported after firefighters put out house fire in Daytona Beach
Firefighters responded to a house fire Sunday morning in Daytona Beach, according to the Volusia County Professional Firefighters Association.
Florida Forest Service works to contain 4,500-acre brush fire in Polk County
A brush fire that began Wednesday in Polk County is holding at 4,500 acres as of Saturday, according to the Florida Forest Service - Lakeland District.
No injuries, no structures at risk after 250-acre brush fire near Osteen, firefighters say
The Volusia County Professional Firefighters Association announced Saturday afternoon that firefighters were responding to a “major” brush fire near Osteen.
Businesses evacuated near West Oaks Mall as Ocoee firefighters respond to brush fire, police say
Police in Ocoee warned Saturday of a brush fire that forced the evacuation of some businesses near West Oaks Mall.
New Smyrna Beach restaurant owner discusses rebuilding from the ashes
In January, Brad Pitt spent a week filming a movie inside the diner. In March, a fire devastated the building and forced the business to close.
70-acre brush fire burns at FPL solar farm in Palm Bay, firefighters say
Palm Bay firefighters responded to a brush fire that began Saturday at a solar farm in the southern end of the city, according to a fire department spokesperson.
Palm Bay fire chief enacts burn ban as drought index swells
The Palm Bay fire chief on Thursday imposed a burn ban until further notice as the local drought index continues to grow, reflecting increasing dryness that could worsen brush fires in the area.
Trailer full of watermelons burns on I-75 in Marion County, firefighters say
A semitrailer loaded with watermelons caught fire early Sunday on Interstate 75 near Ocala, according to Marion County Fire Rescue.
Brush fire in Palm Bay under control after threatening buildings, firefighters say
Firefighters responded Sunday to a brush fire in Palm Bay, the second such fire there in as many days, according to the fire department.
‘Blow the building up:’ Threats sparks evacuation twice at Winter Haven clinic
City officials said that first responders headed to Gessler Clinic just after noon after receiving reports about smoke and haze inside the building.
Brevard 18-year-old accused of burning dad’s truck after dad arrested in wife’s death
Brevard County deputies arrested a man last month, accused of killing his wife, some weeks after his pickup truck was found ablaze in Port St. John. That man’s son was arrested on Tuesday, accused of setting the vehicle on fire.
Fire rips through Marion County structures after 2 loud explosions heard
Four sheds and a storage building caught fire in Ocala after two loud explosions were reported, according to the Marion County Fire Rescue.
Brush fire in Palm Bay’s ‘Compound’ was accidental, caused by rocketry enthusiasts, officials say
Fire crews in Palm Bay battled a 40-acre brush fire in the city’s “Compound” area on Saturday, with Palm Bay Fire Rescue later confirming the fire was accidental and had been caused by an explosion during testing by rocket enthusiasts.
Prescribed burn takes place on Merritt Island to protect wildlife, NASA hardware, officials say
A prescribed burn began Saturday at the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge, according to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Fire Management and Brevard County Emergency Management.
A fire in a 16-story Hong Kong residential building kills at least 5 people and injures dozens
A fire in a large, mostly residential building in Hong Kong has killed at least five people and left another 36 injured.
Fire damages two homes in Casselberry, possibly started by downed power line
A fire that damaged two homes in Casselberry was possibly sparked by a downed power line, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.
Video shows police try to clear apartments during deadly Altamonte Springs fire
As a community mourns the loss of a young boy killed in a fire, investigators are working to find out how this tragedy happened.
Wrongful death lawsuit filed after explosion at Orange County apartment
The family of a woman who died about a week after an explosion at her Orange County apartment is now suing the property owner and manager, as well as the gas service provider, alleging wrongful death.
Carnival Freedom catches fire near Bahamas; 2 future cruises from Port Canaveral canceled
A fire broke out in the exhaust funnel of the Carnival Freedom cruise ship near the Bahamas on Saturday, according to a news release.
This Florida woman was reduced to ashes. How she died remains a mystery
An investigative report shows that Reeser smoked a cigarette, sitting in her easy chair before heading to bed. That was the last day Reeser was seen alive.
Iconic New Smyrna Beach restaurant likely a total loss after overnight fire
Firefighters with the New Smyrna Beach Fire Department are investigating what caused a fire at the Pappas Drive-In on North Dixie Freeway.
Arson blamed for fire that damaged 7 vehicles at student housing near UCF
UCF police said on Monday that they are investigating a fire that damaged seven vehicles at a University-affiliated apartment complex as arson.
Woman dies 8 days after explosion at Orange County apartment, family says
Mikeanesha Moore, the woman who was critically injured after a possible gas explosion at an Orange County apartment, died on Saturday, according to her family.
Woman dies 9 days after explosion at Orange County apartment, family says
Mikeanesha Moore, the woman who was critically injured after a possible gas explosion at an Orange County apartment, died on Saturday, according to her family.
13-year-old killed, several displaced after ‘explosion,’ house fire in Pine Hills
A 13-year-old boy died in an explosion and house fire in Pine Hills that firefighters said displaced seven, including three children.
‘I need someone held accountable:’ Family wants answers after explosion at Orange County apartment
Nearly one week after a possible gas explosion at Woodhill Apartments, the victim's family is sharing their story and looking for someone to be held accountable.