Olympic Skier and Father Killed in Turkish Ski Resort Hotel Fire A fire at the Kervansaray Hotel at the Uludag ski resort in northwestern Turkey claimed the lives of former Olympic skier Berkin Usta and his father, Yahya Usta. The blaze, which erupted around 5:30 a.m. local time Thursday, comes just two months after a similar tragedy at another Turkish winter resort that left 79 dead. Related: 66 People Killed in […] Fire Firebrains | March 27, 2025 0 Comments
[VIDEO] Lightning Sparks Devastating Fire at Beech Mountain Resort, NC A fire sparked by a lightning strike destroyed multiple condominiums at the Snow Tree Villas on Beech Mountain, North Carolina, early Sunday morning. The fire began around 5:30 a.m. and quickly engulfed at least three units and two vehicles, including a Jeep, at the popular ski resort. Eyewitnesses reported that the fire originated from a lightning bolt striking a balcony […] Fire Firebrains | March 17, 2025 0 Comments
Slopeside Condo Building Destroyed by Fire at Okemo Mountain Resort, VT A significant fire broke out on Saturday night at the Okemo Trailside Condominiums slopeside at Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow, Vermont. The blaze began around 8:55 p.m. and quickly engulfed multiple units, causing extensive damage but remarkably resulting in no injuries. Related: The Heroes of the Wildfires That Nearly Erased a New Mexico Ski Town The Ludlow Fire Department was […] Fire Firebrains | October 23, 2024 0 Comments
Massive Park Fire Rages On, Becoming California’s 4th Largest Wildfire Ever The Park Fire in Northern California has grown to a staggering 401,508 acres, making it the fourth-largest wildfire in state history. As of Sunday, the blaze has destroyed 636 structures, including 283 homes, and damaged 49 others across Butte, Plumas, Shasta, and Tehama counties. Related: Arsonist Arrested For Igniting California’s Park Fire, Now 6th Largest in State’s History California’s Park […] Fire Firebrains | August 5, 2024 0 Comments
Arsonist Arrested For Igniting California’s Park Fire, Now 6th Largest in State’s History California’s Park Fire continues to rage, becoming the sixth-largest wildfire in state history and the second-biggest in the U.S. this year. As of Monday evening, the fire had consumed 373,357 acres across Butte, Plumas, Shasta, and Tehama counties, roughly half the size of Rhode Island. Related: Lassen Volcanic National Park, CA, Closed Due to Park Fire The Park Fire has […] Fire Firebrains | July 30, 2024 0 Comments
Vista Fire Forces Evacuation of Mt. Baldy Ski Resort, CA, and Hiking Trails A rapidly growing wildfire in the San Bernardino National Forest has prompted the evacuation of Mt. Baldy ski resort and nearby hiking trails, posing a significant threat to one of Southern California’s most popular outdoor recreation areas. “It’s go time! At the time of posting the wind has eased and air support has finished their second shift of the day […] Fire Firebrains | July 9, 2024 0 Comments
Denali National Park, AK, to Remain Closed on Tuesday, July 2, Due to Riley Fire The Riley Fire continues to be active near the entrance to Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, causing park officials to keep the park closed on Tuesday, July 2. Smokejumpers, fire crews, and strong support from aerial resources have made significant progress, particularly along the fire’s southern flank. Related: Brain Post: Denali, AK, Not Everest, is the Tallest Mountain on […] Fire Firebrains | July 2, 2024 0 Comments
NASA: Fires Char Ski Town in South-Central New Mexico Two wildland fires—the South Fork and Salt fires—ignited in south-central New Mexico on June 17. The destructive blazes burned on Mescalero Tribal and U.S. Forest Service land around Ruidoso, a village sandwiched between the two fires. Related: [UPDATED] At Least 1 Dead as Wildfires Engulf Ruidoso, NM, Home to Ski Apache Resort The VIIRS (Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite) on […] Fire Firebrains | June 23, 2024 0 Comments
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