Death toll keeps rising in Hong Kong apartment blaze; more arrests made

Hong Kong authorities say almost 130 people have been confirmed dead in the massive fire that charred an apartment complex and took two days to put out.

• Nov 28

Kids stuck in elevator reunite with rescuers

What should have been a quick trip down to the lobby of an Atlanta apartment building turned into an hourslong ordeal for two cousins, ages 13 and 11. Skyler Henry reports they had a chance to thank the first responders who came to their rescue.

• Nov 21
• 01:31

A WWII-era veteran returns to the air

A World War II-era Douglas C-47 military transport plane dubbed "Miss Montana" had been parked in a museum for nearly two decades after a career transporting firefighters in Montana. Now, with its engines rebuilt and the fuselage restored to its early glory, it is joining other veteran airplanes that saw service on D-Day 75 years ago for a trip across the Atlantic, for an anniversary flight over the beaches of Normandy. Richard Schlesinger talks with those who got Miss Montana back in the air.

• Jun 2, 2019
• 08:30

Pickett Fire in California now 17% contained

More than 2,500 firefighters are battling the Pickett Fire in California's Napa County, threatening the area's famed grape crop. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the latest on containment efforts.

• Aug 26
• 02:22

In Oregon, firefighter interns train amid shortage

A busy wildfire season has taken a toll on firefighters stretched by crew shortages. David Schechter went to Oregon, where a special camp is trying to fill the shortfall.

• Aug 22
• 02:49

Wildfires burning across multiple states

A wildfire burning in central California has exploded to the largest one the state has seen so far this year. It is expected to expand in the coming days. CBS News' Jason Allen reports on the latest details.

• Aug 5
• 01:43

Low-tech approach to fighting heatstroke

Extreme heat is the deadliest weather-related threat in the U.S. In Phoenix, where heat kills more people than homicides each year, the fire department is creating a model for the country in the battle against heatstroke, by using bags of ice. CBS News' Ben Tracy reports on this low-tech approach.

• Jul 30
• 03:24

How forests are being restored post-wildfires

Oregon's Cram Fire exploded this week, now covering more than 90,000 acres. As firefighters work to contain the fire, here's a look at new reforestation efforts following major fire devastation.

• Jul 19
• 04:42

New details on firefighters killed in ambush

The suspected gunman in the deadly ambush of two firefighters in northern Idaho was identified. Also, new details are emerging about the two firefighters who were killed. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca has the latest details.

• Jul 1
• 02:54

2 firefighters killed in "ambush," sheriff says

Two firefighters were killed and a third wounded when they were shot while responding to a wildfire on an Idaho mountain.The fire was set to lure them into an ambush, authorities said. Omar Villafranca reports.

• Jun 30
• 03:13

Idaho firefighter ambush suspect identified

The alleged gunman who killed two firefighters in an ambush on an Idaho mountain has been identified as 20-year-old Wess Roley, two law enforcement sources tell CBS News. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.

• Jun 30
• 05:00

Latest details on deadly firefighter ambush

The suspected gunman in the deadly Idaho firefighter shooting has been identified, the Associated Press reports. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has the latest details.

• Jun 30
• 03:52

2 firefighters killed in ambush in Idaho

Two firefighters were fatally shot and a third was injured while responding to a wildfire at Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho, authorities say. Police believe the attack was targeted. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim has the latest.

• Jun 30
• 03:08

Firefighters shot in Idaho

Two firefighters were killed and another was wounded after responding to a blaze that authorities say was deliberately set. The suspected gunman was later found dead on Canfield Mountain in Idaho.

• Jun 30
• 02:55

Secret mission saves rare Australian trees

A secret operation led by specially trained firefighters has saved the last of a rare Dinosaur-era tree species from the Australia bushfires. The Wollemi pine trees, once thought to be extinct, have grown in Australia for over 200 million years and now number less than 200. The mission had to be kept a secret in order to keep the trees' location under wraps due to their fragile nature.

• Jan 16, 2020
• 01:30

U.S. firefighters lend a hand in Australia

More than 100 American firefighters are in Australia to help get the country’s massive bushfires under control. So far, nearly 28 million acres have burned, an area almost the size of Louisiana. That’s about 14 times the amount of land that burned during California’s worst fire season in 2018. Jamie Yuccas reports on the devastating disaster.

• Jan 14, 2020
• 04:08

Addressing the epidemic of firefighter suicide

New statistics estimate that twice as many firefighters in the U.S. die by suicide then in the line of duty. In response, fire officials across the country are looking at possibly cutting back on two-day and three-day shifts so that firefighters can get more sleep and down time, especially for those assigned to very busy fire stations. Carter Evans reports.

• Jan 12, 2020
• 03:01

Firefighters see hope in battling Australia wildfires

Firefighters battling massive bushfires say a break in the heat will allow them to go on offense. Meanwhile, Sydney's Opera House projected images of the firefighters on the building's iconic sails. An investigation is also being launched into the government's response to the fires. Jamie Yuccas reports.

• Jan 12, 2020
• 01:47

State of emergency declared in Australia

A state of emergency was declared in Australia overnight as firefighters continue battling massive bushfires. At least 17 people have died as a result of the fires. Australia's military is helping communities devastated by the flames. Natasha Exelby reports.

• Jan 2, 2020
• 01:40

Australia declares emergency as wildfires continue to rage

In Australia, catastrophic conditions continue as raging wildfires rip through large parts of the country. New South Wales, Australia's most populous state, has declared an emergency. The threat level is now "catastrophic" as 2,000 firefighters battle around 100 fires that threaten hundreds of thousands of people. Imtiaz Tyab reports.

• Dec 21, 2019
• 01:18

7 firefighters welcome newborns

A group of firefighters at the same fire house in Opelika, Alabama, all welcomed new babies within just a few months. Five of them are first-time fathers. Mireya Villarreal shares their story.

• Dec 19, 2019
• 01:56

Calif. accuses PG&E of mishandling outages

Crews battling the Kincade Fire in Northern California wine country fear more heavy wind could bring new life to the massive wildfire. It has burned an area more than twice the size of San Francisco and destroyed nearly 60 homes. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.

• Oct 29, 2019
• 03:13

Ring found in Getty Fire survived 1961 fire

Los Angeles firefighters found a ring at a home completely burned in the Getty Fire, and it had an "unbelievable" backstory. The ring had also survived the 1961 Bel Air fire at the location – and so did its owner.

• Nov 6, 2019
• 01:36

Southern Calif. wildfires

Some 8,500 firefighters in southern California are slowly gaining ground on six wildfires raging from Santa Barbara to San Diego - catching a break Friday when the warm Santa Ana winds died down. But they're blowing again today. Carter Evans reports.

• Dec 10, 2017
• 01:33

Firefighters battle a fearsome occupational hazard: Cancer

Since 2002, almost two out of every three firefighters who died on the job died of cancer, as smoke from today's fires produces an ever-more toxic brew of chemicals. But many first responders diagnosed with cancer are being denied workers' comp benefits. Tony Dokoupil talks with firefighters who are battling more than just flames.

• Jun 16, 2019
• 10:21

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