The process of prioritizing victims during a catastrophic event, such as a natural disaster or mass casualty incident, based on the severity of their injuries and likelihood of survival with prompt medical... Read more »
The LZ 129 Hindenburg, a German passenger airship, met its fiery end on May 6, 1937, during its attempt to dock with its mooring mast at Naval Air Station Lakehurst. Lakehurst is... Read more »
Sudden, unexpected failures of amusement park rides, specifically those involving roller coasters, often result in serious injuries or fatalities. These incidents can stem from various factors, including structural flaws, mechanical malfunctions, operational... Read more »
The fictional character archetype of the inept, often well-meaning, scientist whose experiments or inventions inevitably lead to chaotic, comedic, or disastrous outcomes serves a valuable purpose in storytelling. A classic example is... Read more »
Richard Feynman’s investigation into the Space Shuttle Challenger‘s destruction in 1986 stands as a landmark example of scientific inquiry applied to a real-world tragedy. His simple yet elegant demonstration with an O-ring... Read more »
The catastrophic event in the Welsh village on October 21, 1966, involved the collapse of a colliery spoil tip. A massive avalanche of coal waste engulfed Pantglas Junior School and surrounding homes,... Read more »
Train wrecks, derailments, and collisions, often involving hazardous materials, represent critical incidents within the transportation sector. These events can range from minor incidents with minimal impact to catastrophic occurrences resulting in significant... Read more »
The catastrophic event that unfolded in a New York mine during 1941 resulted in significant loss of life and highlighted critical safety issues within the mining industry. This tragedy, often overlooked in... Read more »
Visual documentation of the Hillsborough disaster, primarily consisting of still images captured by press photographers, news crews, and bystanders, provides a crucial record of the tragic events that unfolded on April 15,... Read more »
Withdrawals from retirement accounts, like 401(k)s and IRAs, made specifically due to federally declared disasters are often referred to as hardship distributions. These withdrawals may be eligible for favorable tax treatment under... Read more »