Disasters

Death Toll in Philippines Nears 200

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The death toll from Typhoon Kalmaegi, locally known as Tino, has risen to 188 in the Philippines, following the storm’s devastating impact on central cities and towns earlier this week. The typhoon, which has since crossed the South China Sea and made landfall in central Vietnam, caused widespread flooding, toppled trees and power lines, and displaced over half a million people across the Visayas, Mindanao, and southern Luzon. As of now, 127 people are still …

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47 Dead in Mexico Following Severe Flooding

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The death count from the recent torrential rains in Mexico has risen to 47, as the country grapples with the aftermath of widespread flooding and landslides. The severe weather has affected multiple states, prompting a swift response from authorities to assist those impacted, search for missing individuals, and initiate clean-up efforts. The heavy rains, which began several days ago, have caused extensive damage in various parts of Mexico. Over the weekend, the extent of the …

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Deadly Landslide Claims 15 Lives Amid Extreme Rainfall

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A tragic incident unfolded late Tuesday in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, as a landslide claimed the lives of at least 15 people. The victims were aboard a bus traveling near the Bilaspur district when the landslide, triggered by days of heavy rainfall, struck. The bus was carrying between 20 to 25 passengers at the time of the incident. The casualties included nine men, four women, and two children, according to local law …

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Deadly Train-Bus Collision Claims 10 Lives, Injures 40

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A tragic incident unfolded outside Mexico City on Monday morning when a train collided with a double-decker bus that had stopped on the tracks, resulting in at least 10 fatalities and 40 injuries. The bus was split in half by the force of the impact, with the front portion being pushed down the tracks. The incident was captured on surveillance footage, which showed the bus slowly advancing through heavy traffic. As it began to cross …

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11 Missing, Including Children and Infant, After Rogue Hippo Overturns Boat

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A tragic incident occurred in the Ivory Coast when a boat carrying 14 passengers was overturned by a rogue hippopotamus, resulting in 11 people, including children and an infant, being reported missing. The incident took place on the Sassandra River in the southwestern town of Buyo on a recent Friday morning. The West African country’s Minister of Cohesion and Solidarity, Myss Belmonde Dogo, expressed deep sorrow over the incident. In a statement, Dogo confirmed that …

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At Least 15 Killed After Tram Derails in Tourist Hotspot

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A tragic accident occurred on Wednesday in Lisbon, Portugal, when a funicular railway derailed, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and injuring 18 others. The Gloria funicular, a popular tourist attraction resembling a tram, was left in ruins after the crash. Officials reported that at least five of the injured are in critical condition, but the nationalities of those affected are yet to be confirmed. The aftermath of the accident was captured in a shocking …

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Over 800 Lives Lost in Tragic Earthquake

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A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 6 has resulted in the loss of over 800 lives and left more than 1,500 injured in Afghanistan, as per official statements released on Monday. This disaster has further burdened the South Asian nation, which is already dealing with several humanitarian issues, including a significant reduction in aid and a large-scale repatriation of its citizens from neighboring countries. The quake’s epicenter was located in the eastern provinces of …

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Two Children Dead, 17 Injured in Tragic School Shooting

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A tragic incident unfolded in Minneapolis on Wednesday morning when a gunman opened fire at a Catholic school during a morning mass, marking the first week of classes. The attack resulted in the death of two children, aged 8 and 10, and left 17 others, mostly children, injured. The incident occurred at the Annunciation Church, which was immediately surrounded by first responders and law enforcement following reports of heavy gunfire around 8:30 a.m. The gunman, …

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Bridge Collapse Kills at Least 12, More Missing

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A devastating incident occurred in China’s Qinghai province when a railway bridge under construction collapsed, leading to the death of at least 12 workers. Four workers are still missing, as reported by state media. The catastrophe took place around 3 a.m. on Friday when a steel cable snapped during a tensioning operation, causing a large part of the bridge to plummet into the Yellow River. Images released by the official Xinhua News Agency depict a …

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Six Dead in Tragic Dairy Farm Accident

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A tragic incident occurred at a Colorado dairy farm on Thursday, resulting in the death of six individuals. The Southeast Weld Fire Protection District reported that emergency services were dispatched to Prospect Valley Dairy in Keenesburg around 6 p.m. after receiving reports of people trapped in a confined space. Despite the immediate response and efforts of the fire crews, they were unable to rescue the six men trapped in the confined area of the dairy …

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