fire on

Example Sentences

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They said the fire on Dava Moor almost torched as much land as typically burns across the UK in an entire year.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“We are still putting out the fire on the deck, but there are no visible flames anymore,” said the captain over the marine VHF radio.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Councilmember Tim McOsker, who represents the 15th Council District, pinned the blame for the fire on Caltrans in an interview Wednesday, asserting that the agency failed on multiple fronts, including learning from past incidents.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

"If it does proceed, whether Iran will allow safe passage or instead chooses to fire on escorted vessels is another open question."

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

I passed another fire on my way back to the office.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover