Disasters

48 Dead After Highway Collapse

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In a devastating incident in southeastern China, a significant portion of a highway collapsed, leading to the death of at least 48 individuals. The collapse, which occurred in the early hours of Wednesday, sent approximately two dozen vehicles tumbling down a steep incline, resulting in a fiery wreckage. The incident took place in the city of Meizhou, which has been experiencing heavy rainfall for the past month, according to local authorities. Wen Yongdeng, the city’s …

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Deadly 7.4 Earthquake, over 800 Injured, Death Toll Growing

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A powerful earthquake struck Taiwan early Wednesday, resulting in nine fatalities and injuring hundreds. The quake, which had its epicenter in the mountainous and sparsely populated eastern county of Hualien, also led to the collapse of numerous buildings, particularly in the southern city of Hualien. The tremor triggered a brief tsunami warning for southern Japanese islands. The Taiwanese fire department confirmed the death toll, adding that over 800 people were injured in the incident. Authorities …

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Landslide Claims 33 Lives, Rescue Operations Continue Amidst Adverse Weather

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A devastating landslide in Choco, a province in the Pacific region of Colombia, has resulted in the death of at least 33 individuals, with many more injured, as reported by local authorities. The calamity was triggered by torrential rains, causing a landslide that swallowed a bustling municipal road linking the cities of Quibdo and Medellin. Rescue operations were promptly initiated, with search teams and sniffer dogs deployed to the disaster site. Francia Márquez, the Vice …

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Deadly Earthquake in Northwestern China Claims at Least 118 Lives

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A devastating earthquake in the northwestern region of China has resulted in the death of at least 118 people, marking the deadliest seismic event in the country in the past decade, according to provincial officials. The quake, which occurred in the frigid, mountainous region of Gansu province, prompted emergency authorities to call for an additional 300 workers to assist in search and rescue operations amid the rubble of collapsed buildings. The earthquake, with a magnitude …

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Landslide Claims 6 Lives, Including Family and Local Politician, Leaves Two Children Missing

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The identities of the victims and missing persons from a devastating landslide in southeast Alaska were released by authorities on Friday. The victims include five members of a family and their neighbor, a commercial fisherman who had previously run for Alaska’s sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Timothy Heller, 44, and Beth Heller, 36, along with their children Mara, 16; Derek, 12; and Kara, 11, were at home when the landslide occurred near …

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Train Collision Results in 19 Injuries, Disrupts Public Transportation

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A collision between a Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) train and rail equipment on Thursday morning resulted in at least 19 injuries, three of which were severe, according to a local fire official. The incident occurred just before 11 a.m. on the North Side of the city when the commuter train crashed into equipment stationed on the tracks. Among the injured, three individuals sustained serious injuries, while the remaining 16 suffered non-life-threatening injuries, as reported by …

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Deadly 6.4 Earthquake Strikes, Leaving Over 100 Dead and Dozens Injured

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A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4, according to Nepal’s National Seismological Center, wreaked havoc in the western region of Jajarkot, Nepal, on Friday night. The disaster resulted in the death of at least 128 individuals and left dozens injured. The tremors were so strong that they were felt as far away as New Delhi, India, causing buildings to shake. The earthquake, which struck at 11:47 p.m., is the deadliest Nepal has experienced since …

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Over 100 Dead, 150 Injured in Tragic Fire at Wedding Reception

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A tragic fire at a wedding reception in Hamdaniya, a district in Iraq’s northern Nineveh province, has claimed the lives of over 100 people and injured 150 more, sparking an outpouring of global condolences. The fire, which engulfed the hall in mere seconds, was reportedly ignited by indoor fireworks set off prior to the bride and groom’s first dance. Footage aired by Kurdish news outlet Rudaw depicted the indoor ignition of fireworks that subsequently set …

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Catastrophic Floods in Libya Claim Over 5,000 Lives, Leaving Thousands Homeless

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Derna, Libya – The coastal city of Derna in Libya is grappling with a catastrophic aftermath of a flash flood that claimed the lives of at least 5,100 people. The calamity was triggered by the collapse of two dams following a Mediterranean storm, Daniel, which hit the city on Sunday night. The floodwaters, originating from the mountains above the city, swept through the city center, causing extensive damage. The deluge washed away entire city blocks, …

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