Fire
Homeless Man Pleads Guilty To Starting Synagogue Fire, Says It Was An Accident
Matthew Amiot pleaded guilty, without being offered a deal, because he wanted to be released from jail to attend a meeting to find housing.
Fire Destroys 120-Year-Old Minnesota Synagogue, Torah Scrolls Saved
The cause of the fire is unclear.
Israel Aiding Brazil In Fight Against Amazon Rainforest Fire
Israel will send a firefighting aircraft and flame-retardant materials.
Firefighters Save Torahs From Torched Houston Synagogue
“We didn’t want our holy articles being hurt. The firefighters saw how important it was. They were caring.”
California Jewish Camp Cancels Final Session Over Forest Fires
The final summer session of Camp Tawonga in Northern California has been canceled due to smoke from the Ferguson Forest Fire.
Hamas May Stop Sending Fire Kites In Israel
“We receive orders from no one and our peaceful resistance will continue until our demands are met and the siege over Gaza is lifted,” a group said.
Kites Armed With Firebombs Target Israel From Gaza
“In all cases, the bottles fell close to the border and caused fires, without casualties.”
WATCH: 8-Year-Old Jumps To Safety In Israel Apartment Fire
She was hesitant to make the leap off the eighth-story balcony, but did so at the convincing of neighbors who held out a sheet for her to land on.
Survivors Of Brooklyn Hanukkah House Fire Released From Hospital
Yossi Azan and two of his children were released from a local hospital. His wife and three other children were killed by a blaze started by a menorah.
Your Complete Guide To Fire Safety On Shabbat
Is Jewish law at odds with common sense? Here’s a fascinating look at what Jewish texts and modern experts have to say about fire safety on Shabbat: