The nation’s railway system has long been plagued by corruption and mismanagement, despite serving as the only link between many cities and towns.
Tag: Fires and Firefighters
Shuri Castle, Historic Tourist Draw in Japan, Is Destroyed by Fire
The World Heritage site, a symbol of the southern island of Okinawa, was once the seat of a kingdom that spanned 450 years.
Grenfell Tower Inquiry Criticized for Faulting Fire Brigade
Survivor groups and firefighters said the investigation into the high-rise blaze that left 72 people dead should instead have begun by focusing on unsafe conditions in the building.
Grenfell Tower Report Faults Fire Brigade’s Response
Fewer people might have died in a 2017 fire in a London high-rise if they had not been told to stay put, a government analysis concluded.
A Blood-Red Sky: Fires Leave a Million Indonesians Gasping
Wildfires burning across Indonesia have created respiratory problems for nearly a million people.
High Lead Levels Still Being Found Near Notre-Dame
A contractor’s test at an apartment near the cathedral and law enforcement measurements at Police Headquarters both found levels far above safety guidelines, an environmental group revealed.
Fire at Islamic School in Liberia Kills at Least 27, Police Say
Many children were thought to be among the victims of the blaze, which destroyed a dormitory and another building east of Monrovia.
What We Found About Notre-Dame’s Lead, and What It May Mean for You
Every expert consulted by The New York Times said it was still safe to visit Paris, though they differed on what precautions should be taken.
Deadly Fires Stun Rio: A Boys Soccer Dorm, a Storied Museum, and Now a Hospital
At least 11 patients were killed in a fire at a Rio de Janeiro hospital, once again raising questions about hazardous building conditions in the city.
Australia Bushfires Arrive Early, Destroying Historic Lodge in ‘Omen’ of Future
Officials warned that climate change and drought threatened to bring Australia its worst fire season on record.