The 1994 incident at Pope Air Force Base’s Green Ramp, involving a collision between a C-130 transport aircraft and a C-141 Starlifter during a training exercise, resulted in significant loss of life... Read more »
Temporary shelter provided to individuals and communities displaced by natural or human-made catastrophes constitutes a critical element of emergency response. Such accommodations can range from rapidly deployable tents and mobile homes to... Read more »
An evaluation of the Bataleon Disaster snowboard model assesses its performance characteristics, construction, intended use, and overall value. Such an assessment typically considers factors like the board’s flex, shape, camber profile, and... Read more »
Films depicting large-scale catastrophes, ranging from natural events like earthquakes and tsunamis to human-made crises such as viral outbreaks and technological failures, are readily available through Amazon’s streaming service. Examples include depictions... Read more »
This ESPN documentary film, part of the acclaimed 30 for 30 series, examines the tragic events of April 15, 1989, at Hillsborough Stadium in Sheffield, England. It chronicles the FA Cup semi-final... Read more »
Postage issued to raise funds or increase public awareness following significant calamities like earthquakes, floods, or fires are often referred to as semi-postal issues. These philatelic items typically feature designs related to... Read more »
Disaster management frameworks typically divide the timeline of an event into distinct phases, from pre-impact preparedness to long-term recovery. These phases represent a structured approach to handling emergencies, ensuring resources are allocated... Read more »
The catastrophic hurricane that struck the Gulf Coast of the United States in August 2005, particularly devastating New Orleans, Louisiana, is a pivotal event in modern American history. The storm surge breached... Read more »
The February 1, 1991, collision between a USAir Boeing 737 and a SkyWest Metroliner on a runway at Los Angeles International Airport resulted in the loss of 35 lives. This tragic event,... Read more »
Capital allocated by the United States Congress specifically for the Small Business Administration’s disaster loan program enables low-interest, long-term loans to businesses, homeowners, renters, and nonprofits of all sizes located in declared... Read more »