All articles tagged with #accidents and disasters
A major explosion at a Staten Island shipyard left at least 16 people injured, including three seriously hurt (two firefighters and one non-firefighter). Firefighters were responding to workers trapped in a confined space when the blast occurred; victims were transported to local hospitals, and the cause is under investigation.
A wind-driven brush fire near Simi Valley, the Sandy Fire, expanded rapidly to over 830 acres and forced about 28,000 residents to evacuate as firefighters battled the blaze from the ground and air; shifting winds have at times slowed its spread.
Camp Mystic in Hunt, Texas withdrew its license application and will not reopen this summer after a fatal flood last July that killed 27 campers and counselors. Families of victims welcomed the decision as investigations continue, with state lawmakers and Gov. Abbott noting closures are part of ongoing probes and lawsuits alleging safety failures.
Video from the Seville Fair shows a cable snapping on a bungee-style ride, launching a two-seater capsule and sending riders plunging mid-launch; four people were injured, including two children, with some treated on scene and others transported to a medical center. Firefighters sealed off the ride as Spainās National Police opened an investigation; the mayor warned it could have been a real tragedy, inspectors say the ride had previously passed inspection, and the families of two boys on the ride plan to sue.
Joseph Savarino, 26, the grandson of former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski, is charged with a misdemeanor driving while impaired after a Durham, North Carolina crash that killed a 15-year-old cyclist. Police say his breathalyzer indicated a BAC of 0.11, a judge revoked his license, and he posted a $100,000 bond.
A U.S. Air Force KC-135 refueling tanker crashed in Iraq after an apparent collision with another KC-135 during operations related to Iran; rescue efforts are ongoing and officials have not yet confirmed fatalities.
A fourth body has been recovered from the submerged wreckage of Baltimoreās Francis Scott Key Bridge, with two victims still unaccounted for after a container ship crashed into the bridge last month. The FBI and private attorneys are investigating the incident, and the city of Baltimore has hired law firms for potential litigation. Efforts to open a temporary channel in the river are ongoing, while more than 1,000 tons of steel have been removed from the waterway.
The body of Carlos Daniel HernƔndez, a construction worker killed in the Key Bridge collapse, was recovered from the Patapsco River, making him the fourth victim to be found. Maryland officials are prioritizing the return of the victims' bodies and seeking federal funding to rebuild the bridge. Mexican officials are providing support to HernƔndez's family and other Mexican nationals affected by the tragedy. Lawmakers are working on legislation to cover the full cost of rebuilding the bridge, while the FBI has opened a criminal investigation into the crash.
One of the survivors of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, Julio Cervantes Suarez, alleges that workers were not told to evacuate as a cargo ship approached the bridge, leading to the collapse that killed six and injured two. Attorneys representing Suarez stated that he fought for his life and narrowly escaped because his car windows were manual, allowing him to roll them down and escape when his car plunged into the river. The FBI has opened a criminal investigation into the collapse, and attorneys announced an independent investigation into the company that owns the cargo ship.
Salvage crews are using a massive crane to remove sections of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, while also working to recover the remaining bodies and clear the harbor. The FBI has launched a criminal probe into the bridge collapse, focusing on the cargo ship involved and potential violations of federal maritime law. The ongoing recovery operation aims to open a temporary channel for commercial traffic through the Port of Baltimore, which has been severely impacted since the collapse.
A fourth body has been recovered from the site of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, with salvage teams locating one of the missing construction vehicles and a deceased victim trapped inside. Two workers are still missing and presumed dead. Maryland officials and leaders have expressed condolences and support for the affected families, with Gov. Wes Moore set to hold a press conference to discuss the latest developments in the recovery mission.
A fourth body has been recovered from the Key Bridge collapse site, with two workers still missing and presumed dead. Salvage operations are underway to remove debris from the river, including a damaged cargo ship. Divers continue to face challenges due to poor visibility and hazardous conditions. Baltimore City is taking legal action against entities responsible for the collapse, while efforts to support the impacted families and workers are ongoing.
The body of a fourth victim has been recovered from the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, with the identity not released at the family's request. Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott praised the recovery efforts and pledged support for the victims' families. The FBI has opened a criminal investigation into the cargo ship involved in the collision, focusing on potential prior knowledge of mechanical problems and events leading up to the ship's departure.
One person was killed and over 20 were injured in a cable car accident in southern Turkey, leaving 174 people stranded in the air for nearly 24 hours. The rescue efforts involved 607 search and rescue personnel and 10 helicopters, with the last of the stranded individuals brought to safety on Saturday. The incident occurred as families were celebrating the end of Ramadan, and an investigation has been launched into the cause of the accident.
174 people were stranded in cable cars high above a mountain in southern Turkey after one pod hit a pole and burst open, killing one and injuring seven. The rescue operation, involving 607 search and rescue personnel and 10 helicopters, lasted nearly 23 hours. The accident occurred on the Tunektepe cable car during the busy Eid al-Fitr holiday, with hundreds left stranded. The Antalya Chief Public Prosecutorās Office has launched an investigation, and an expert commission has been assigned to determine the cause of the incident.