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The ISS should be evacuated IMMEDIATELY, expert warns

NASA astronauts may need to evacuate the ISS due to a growing leak that poses a serious safety risk.
Experts warn of catastrophic outcomes if NASA delays action on the ISS leak.
#building-safety

City issues vacate order for Crown Heights building with 'large hole' in facade * Brooklyn Paper

A Crown Heights building was evacuated due to critical structural issues caused by illegal construction.

Will Austin really be the next single-staircase city? - Austin Monitor

City staff opposes proposal for single stairways in multifamily buildings to comply with International Building Code standards.

City issues vacate order for Crown Heights building with 'large hole' in facade * Brooklyn Paper

A Crown Heights building was evacuated due to critical structural issues caused by illegal construction.

Will Austin really be the next single-staircase city? - Austin Monitor

City staff opposes proposal for single stairways in multifamily buildings to comply with International Building Code standards.
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Mass. bride's N.C. bachelorette party turns into a hurricane nightmare

A bachelorette party turned into a survival struggle as Hurricane Helene stranded the group in the North Carolina mountains for three days.
#lebanon

Mum's 'big relief' as son escapes Lebanon as violence with Israel escalates

Charlie Peters, a teacher in a Syrian refugee camp, left Lebanon amidst rising tensions to avoid emergency evacuation.

UK nationals in Lebanon: have you been affected by the strikes?

UK citizens in Lebanon are urged to leave immediately due to ongoing Israeli airstrikes.

Mum's 'big relief' as son escapes Lebanon as violence with Israel escalates

Charlie Peters, a teacher in a Syrian refugee camp, left Lebanon amidst rising tensions to avoid emergency evacuation.

UK nationals in Lebanon: have you been affected by the strikes?

UK citizens in Lebanon are urged to leave immediately due to ongoing Israeli airstrikes.
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#pipeline-fire

That towering Texas pipeline fire that burned for 4 days has finally gone out

A pipeline fire in Houston caused evacuations and investigations, leading to the discovery of human remains in a vehicle near the explosion site.

A Pipeline Explosion Forced Evacuations in a Houston Suburb

A pipeline fire in Houston prompted evacuations and raised safety concerns due to the area's significant petrochemical infrastructure.

That towering Texas pipeline fire that burned for 4 days has finally gone out

A pipeline fire in Houston caused evacuations and investigations, leading to the discovery of human remains in a vehicle near the explosion site.

A Pipeline Explosion Forced Evacuations in a Houston Suburb

A pipeline fire in Houston prompted evacuations and raised safety concerns due to the area's significant petrochemical infrastructure.
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Evacuation plans for vulnerable in London are dangerous postcode lottery'

There is a dangerous postcode lottery in emergency evacuation plans for vulnerable people across London, with significant disparities among different councils.

Major London station evacuated as police shout 'get out as fast as you can'

A busy tube station in London, Canary Wharf underground station, was evacuated following a customer incident.
British Transport Police and TfL were involved in the response, temporarily closing off the station and Jubilee line.
Eye witnesses reported a significant emergency service presence, including eight ambulances and police cars at the scene.

"NYC Fire Museum Shuts Down Indefinitely Due to Building Safety Concerns"

The New York City Fire Museum in Manhattan is closed indefinitely for safety concerns.

FAA bill would force the agency to craft 'real world' rules for airplane evacuations

Evacuation standards under scrutiny following Japan Airlines incident.
#london-underground

Clapham Common incident exposes gaps in London Underground staff training, RAIB finds

London Underground staff unprepared for passengers breaking windows to evacuate, highlighting the need for better training and communication.

Panicked' passengers smash out of smoke-filled tube at south London station

Passengers panicked due to smoke, broke train windows to escape, highlighting safety risks during emergencies in London Underground.

Clapham Common incident exposes gaps in London Underground staff training, RAIB finds

London Underground staff unprepared for passengers breaking windows to evacuate, highlighting the need for better training and communication.

Panicked' passengers smash out of smoke-filled tube at south London station

Passengers panicked due to smoke, broke train windows to escape, highlighting safety risks during emergencies in London Underground.
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Disabled man 'spent 23 hours on floor' of 'unsuitable' south London flat

Wheelchair user left stranded in a building due to broken lift during emergency evacuation, highlighting accessibility challenges.

Video. The urgent hospital evacuation in southern Gaza

Around 250,000 Gazans are in evacuation zone, 10% of the population in need, overflowing coastal tent camp with limited services.
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