Fire incidents across Laos claimed eight lives and destroyed homes, businesses, and vehicles during the first half of 2026, leaving behind more than LAK 319.6 billion (USD 14.3 million) in damage, according to new government figures.
The Fire Prevention and Suppression Police Department recorded 144 fires nationwide between January and...
Rescue teams have suspended operations inside a semi-flooded cave in Xaysomboun after part of the entrance showed signs of collapse, raising serious safety concerns....
Vientiane authorities are moving forward with plans to compensate residents affected by sinkholes and ground subsidence linked to potash mining in Thongmang village, Xaythany...
International cave diving specialists from several countries are joining rescue efforts in Xaysomboun as the high-risk operation inside a flooded cave system in Long...
