The phrase "a number of fires" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when referring to multiple incidents of fire, typically in a context discussing emergencies, incidents, or events.
Example: "The firefighters responded to a number of fires in the area over the weekend."
Alternatives: "several fires" or "multiple fires".
Debris from the explosion set out a number of fires around the Chernobyl plant.
When Ms. Zarghami landed the top job, she had to fight a number of fires.
"We'll have 40 degree-plus days in many parts, with a number of fires from Tuesday still burning.
High temperatures, drought and wind have combined to create a number of fires that have caused at least two deaths in California.
The supermarket is also fighting a number of fires across its international empire, with only Thailand and Malaysia posting a rise in underlying sales in its fourth quarter.
In the wake of horrific workplace accidents, including a number of fires, in Bangladesh, attention turned to the behavior of brand-name companies, like celebrities being investigated after servants die at their mansion.
Beside pots and engraved marble, his most famous work emerged from his acquisition of a number of fire hoses.
Sergeant Vance said investigators have received a number of fire leads and tips, but have no suspects.
"There are reports of property losses, however due to dangerous fire conditions, firefighters are unable to enter a number of fire-affected areas".
Communications company Arqiva is responsible for the design and supply of the system hardware, while 3TC Software will supply the software application, which is already used by a number of fire and rescue services in Britain.
The four Haute Ecole De La Ville De Liège students behind this project are already testing this project with a number of fire companies in Belgium.
