Helicopter crashes into Houston radio tower, killing multiple people
A helicopter crash in Houston resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child, with the potential for a much worse disaster mitigated by the crash site location.
Roaring Brooklyn fire leaves man dead, marshals investigating possible cause | amNewYork
A fatal apartment fire in East New York resulted in one death and one critical injury, complicating rescue efforts due to heavy clutter and smoke.
Man's body found at scene of NYC apartment fire
A man was found dead in a Queens apartment after a fire, with the cause of the blaze still under investigation.
Woman dies after huge house fire in Carshalton
A woman died after a fire in Carshalton; the cause is under investigation by fire and police authorities.
Helicopter crashes into Houston radio tower, killing multiple people
A helicopter crash in Houston resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child, with the potential for a much worse disaster mitigated by the crash site location.
Roaring Brooklyn fire leaves man dead, marshals investigating possible cause | amNewYork
A fatal apartment fire in East New York resulted in one death and one critical injury, complicating rescue efforts due to heavy clutter and smoke.
Man's body found at scene of NYC apartment fire
A man was found dead in a Queens apartment after a fire, with the cause of the blaze still under investigation.
Woman dies after huge house fire in Carshalton
A woman died after a fire in Carshalton; the cause is under investigation by fire and police authorities.
Hurricane Helene's victims include first responders who died helping others
Hurricane Helene resulted in over 150 fatalities across six states, showcasing the severe impact on communities.
Sorrow and Pain in a Spanish Town Devastated by Flooding
A sudden flood in Valencia led to 158 deaths, making it Spain's deadliest natural disaster in recent history.
The rapid flooding caught residents and staff off guard, resulting in tragic losses at a nursing home.
Hurricane Helene: dozens dead as storm pummels south-eastern US
Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction, resulting in at least 40 deaths and widespread suffering across four southeastern states.
Video. Cyclone Chido ravages Mayotte island
Cyclone Chido has devastated Mayotte, resulting in at least 14 deaths and concerns over further fatalities due to the island's vulnerable living conditions.
Grandparents found hugging after fallen tree kills them during Helene
Hurricane Helene resulted in tragic deaths, including that of John Savage's grandparents, highlighting the storm's deadly impact.
Hurricane Helene's victims include first responders who died helping others
Hurricane Helene resulted in over 150 fatalities across six states, showcasing the severe impact on communities.
Sorrow and Pain in a Spanish Town Devastated by Flooding
A sudden flood in Valencia led to 158 deaths, making it Spain's deadliest natural disaster in recent history.
The rapid flooding caught residents and staff off guard, resulting in tragic losses at a nursing home.
Hurricane Helene: dozens dead as storm pummels south-eastern US
Hurricane Helene caused significant destruction, resulting in at least 40 deaths and widespread suffering across four southeastern states.
Video. Cyclone Chido ravages Mayotte island
Cyclone Chido has devastated Mayotte, resulting in at least 14 deaths and concerns over further fatalities due to the island's vulnerable living conditions.
Grandparents found hugging after fallen tree kills them during Helene
Hurricane Helene resulted in tragic deaths, including that of John Savage's grandparents, highlighting the storm's deadly impact.
Two Men Hit By Different Brooklyn Subways Overnight, Police Say
Two men were fatally struck by trains in separate incidents in Brooklyn on Monday morning.
Investigations are ongoing into the train fatalities, and train services are experiencing delays.
Police pursuit ends in crash that kills one woman, injures others
The car chase in Los Angeles led to the death of a driver and injuries to others, highlighting the risks associated with police pursuits.
Clashes at Soccer Match Kill Dozens in Guinea
Violence at a soccer match in Guinea resulted in numerous fatalities, highlighting the serious risks associated with sports events in volatile environments.
India: Deadly bus crash in Uttarakhand state DW 11/04/2024
A bus accident in Uttarakhand has resulted in at least 15 fatalities and numerous injuries, with concerns over transportation safety in the region.
Two Killed In Single-Car Crash In Fremont
Excessive speeding in Fremont has led to multiple fatal crashes, including a recent incident where two people died in a high-speed collision with a tree.
Two Men Hit By Different Brooklyn Subways Overnight, Police Say
Two men were fatally struck by trains in separate incidents in Brooklyn on Monday morning.
Investigations are ongoing into the train fatalities, and train services are experiencing delays.
Police pursuit ends in crash that kills one woman, injures others
The car chase in Los Angeles led to the death of a driver and injuries to others, highlighting the risks associated with police pursuits.
Clashes at Soccer Match Kill Dozens in Guinea
Violence at a soccer match in Guinea resulted in numerous fatalities, highlighting the serious risks associated with sports events in volatile environments.
India: Deadly bus crash in Uttarakhand state DW 11/04/2024
A bus accident in Uttarakhand has resulted in at least 15 fatalities and numerous injuries, with concerns over transportation safety in the region.
Two Killed In Single-Car Crash In Fremont
Excessive speeding in Fremont has led to multiple fatal crashes, including a recent incident where two people died in a high-speed collision with a tree.
At least nine people die, six missing as boat sinks off Tunisia
The Mediterranean crossing remains perilous, with many refugees risking their lives as boat disasters continue, evidenced by recent fatalities and missing persons.
Tunisia's coastguard has been actively involved in rescuing refugees, but tragic incidents highlight the urgent need for safer migration pathways.
Record Number of NYC Traffic Fatalities, Injuries so Far in 2024
Record traffic fatalities and injuries in NYC during 2024 stress the urgent need for safer street designs and policies.
2 dead after separate collisions involving school buses in Los Angeles County
Two separate collisions involving school buses in Los Angeles County resulted in two fatalities, emphasizing ongoing concerns regarding traffic safety.
Recent motorcycle accidents in Massachusetts resulted in two deaths and multiple serious injuries.
Investigations are ongoing into the crashes that occurred in Taunton, Carver, and Charlemont.
The Car Stole Our Bliss - And It Started 125 Years Ago Today - Streetsblog New York City
Automobiles have caused over 3.9 million fatalities in the U.S. since their inception, highlighting a persistent public health crisis.
California No. 3 for fatal car accidents on Halloween in US
California has the third-highest Halloween fatal driving accidents in the U.S., averaging 14.6 fatalities annually during the decade.
Media Critique: Vision Zero Was Achieved Years Ago, Just not Here - Streetsblog San Francisco
Vision Zero is achievable, as demonstrated by over 1,000 cities that have eliminated traffic fatalities.
Record Number of NYC Traffic Fatalities, Injuries so Far in 2024
Record traffic fatalities and injuries in NYC during 2024 stress the urgent need for safer street designs and policies.
2 dead after separate collisions involving school buses in Los Angeles County
Two separate collisions involving school buses in Los Angeles County resulted in two fatalities, emphasizing ongoing concerns regarding traffic safety.
Another Person Has Died After a Boat Capsized In Bodega Bay
Bodega Bay has experienced three deadly boating capsizes in less than a month, raising serious safety concerns.
Amid strong winds, two boats capsize off Northern California coast; two are dead and several still missing
Marine conditions in Bodega Bay are extremely hazardous due to high winds, leading to tragic boat capsizes and fatalities.
Two separate boating incidents in Bodega Bay resulted in confirmed deaths and ongoing searches for missing individuals amid worsening weather conditions.
Another Person Has Died After a Boat Capsized In Bodega Bay
Bodega Bay has experienced three deadly boating capsizes in less than a month, raising serious safety concerns.
Amid strong winds, two boats capsize off Northern California coast; two are dead and several still missing
Marine conditions in Bodega Bay are extremely hazardous due to high winds, leading to tragic boat capsizes and fatalities.
Two separate boating incidents in Bodega Bay resulted in confirmed deaths and ongoing searches for missing individuals amid worsening weather conditions.
Hurricane Milton live updates: millions in Florida without power as US counts cost of storm
Hurricane Milton caused severe damage in Florida, resulting in multiple fatalities and extensive rescues amid tornado activity and significant storm surges.
Woman and California man die after sneaker wave hits Hawaii beach
A sneaker wave at Ke Iki Beach tragically swept away three visitors, leading to two fatalities and highlighting ongoing ocean safety concerns.
Gas explosion at Iranian coal mine kills at least 51, state media says
A methane explosion in a coal mine in eastern Iran resulted in at least 51 deaths and 20 injuries, with rescue efforts currently ongoing.
At least 51 people killed in Iran coalmine explosion
The explosion in Iran's coal mine has resulted in 51 deaths and numerous injuries, highlighting safety concerns in the mining industry.
At least 14 dead after bus plunges into Indus river in northern Pakistan
At least 14 confirmed dead in a bus accident in the Indus river, with many others missing amid freezing temperatures.
Hurricane Milton live updates: millions in Florida without power as US counts cost of storm
Hurricane Milton caused severe damage in Florida, resulting in multiple fatalities and extensive rescues amid tornado activity and significant storm surges.
Woman and California man die after sneaker wave hits Hawaii beach
A sneaker wave at Ke Iki Beach tragically swept away three visitors, leading to two fatalities and highlighting ongoing ocean safety concerns.
Gas explosion at Iranian coal mine kills at least 51, state media says
A methane explosion in a coal mine in eastern Iran resulted in at least 51 deaths and 20 injuries, with rescue efforts currently ongoing.
At least 51 people killed in Iran coalmine explosion
The explosion in Iran's coal mine has resulted in 51 deaths and numerous injuries, highlighting safety concerns in the mining industry.
At least 14 dead after bus plunges into Indus river in northern Pakistan
At least 14 confirmed dead in a bus accident in the Indus river, with many others missing amid freezing temperatures.
Flooding in Missouri Kills at Least 4, Including 2 Poll Workers
Severe floods in Missouri have resulted in multiple fatalities and an emergency response plan to manage health and recovery efforts.
An Alarming New Trend in Hurricane Deaths
The biggest threat from tropical cyclones is now rainfall rather than storm surge, as seen in Hurricane Helene's impact on North Carolina.
Death toll rises in European floods, authorities say; more rain expected
Catastrophic flooding in Central and Eastern Europe has resulted in at least seven deaths.
Deadly Tropical Storm Helene triggers floods, power outages DW 09/27/2024
Tropical Storm Helene caused devastating impacts across the southeastern US, resulting in at least 20 deaths and widespread destruction, notably in Florida and Georgia.
Flooding in Missouri Kills at Least 4, Including 2 Poll Workers
Severe floods in Missouri have resulted in multiple fatalities and an emergency response plan to manage health and recovery efforts.
An Alarming New Trend in Hurricane Deaths
The biggest threat from tropical cyclones is now rainfall rather than storm surge, as seen in Hurricane Helene's impact on North Carolina.
Death toll rises in European floods, authorities say; more rain expected
Catastrophic flooding in Central and Eastern Europe has resulted in at least seven deaths.
Deadly Tropical Storm Helene triggers floods, power outages DW 09/27/2024
Tropical Storm Helene caused devastating impacts across the southeastern US, resulting in at least 20 deaths and widespread destruction, notably in Florida and Georgia.
EEE is rare but has recently caused fatalities in New Hampshire, prompting public health concerns and warnings about remaining vigilant against mosquitoes.
N.H. crash kills Mass. man, Virginia woman
A two-vehicle crash on I-95 in New Hampshire resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury, with police investigating the cause.
Second EEE death confirmed in N.H.
EEE is rare but has recently caused fatalities in New Hampshire, prompting public health concerns and warnings about remaining vigilant against mosquitoes.
N.H. crash kills Mass. man, Virginia woman
A two-vehicle crash on I-95 in New Hampshire resulted in two fatalities and one serious injury, with police investigating the cause.
Death toll from Hurricane Helene mounts as aftermath assessment begins
Hurricane Helene caused significant devastation across the southeastern U.S., resulting in heavy losses and numerous fatalities, highlighting the storm's dire impact.
How to Help Victims of Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene caused extensive damage across the South, resulting in over 100 deaths and significant need for disaster relief support.
Hurricane Helene Causes Record Rainfall and Deadly Flooding Across US Southeast
Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation across Southeastern U.S. states, resulting in at least 42 fatalities and over a million power outages.
The shocking numbers behind Hurricane Helene's path of destruction
Hurricane Helene caused over 200 fatalities, marking it as one of the deadliest hurricanes in recent U.S. history.
Death toll from Hurricane Helene mounts as aftermath assessment begins
Hurricane Helene caused significant devastation across the southeastern U.S., resulting in heavy losses and numerous fatalities, highlighting the storm's dire impact.
How to Help Victims of Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene caused extensive damage across the South, resulting in over 100 deaths and significant need for disaster relief support.
Hurricane Helene Causes Record Rainfall and Deadly Flooding Across US Southeast
Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation across Southeastern U.S. states, resulting in at least 42 fatalities and over a million power outages.
The shocking numbers behind Hurricane Helene's path of destruction
Hurricane Helene caused over 200 fatalities, marking it as one of the deadliest hurricanes in recent U.S. history.
Maui fire that killed 102 in Lahaina erupted from earlier blaze firefighters thought they put out, investigation finds
The deadly Maui wildfire originated from an earlier brushfire rekindled by wind-driven embers from the initial blaze, resulting in over 100 casualties.
Nigeria: Dozens killed in fuel tanker collision DW 09/08/2024
A tragic collision between a fuel tanker and truck in Nigeria resulted in at least 48 fatalities, with victims burned beyond recognition.
Maui fire that killed 102 in Lahaina erupted from earlier blaze firefighters thought they put out, investigation finds
The deadly Maui wildfire originated from an earlier brushfire rekindled by wind-driven embers from the initial blaze, resulting in over 100 casualties.
Nigeria: Dozens killed in fuel tanker collision DW 09/08/2024
A tragic collision between a fuel tanker and truck in Nigeria resulted in at least 48 fatalities, with victims burned beyond recognition.
The Grand Canyon is experiencing one of its deadliest stretches in years
Recent deaths at the Grand Canyon highlight risks associated with extreme weather and visitor activities, but experts advise against alarmist interpretations.
Climber Dies After Fall at Devils Tower in Wyoming, Park Service Says
Climbing at Devils Tower carries inherent risks leading to fatalities, particularly during descents.
The Grand Canyon is experiencing one of its deadliest stretches in years
Recent deaths at the Grand Canyon highlight risks associated with extreme weather and visitor activities, but experts advise against alarmist interpretations.
Climber Dies After Fall at Devils Tower in Wyoming, Park Service Says
Climbing at Devils Tower carries inherent risks leading to fatalities, particularly during descents.