Tragedy Strikes: Skyway Bridge Disaster Victims Recovered | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

Tragedy Strikes: Skyway Bridge Disaster Victims Recovered

The recovery and identification of victims following the collapse of a major bridge represent a complex and challenging process. This involves meticulous search and rescue efforts, often under difficult conditions, alongside forensic... Read more »
Sunshine Skyway Disaster | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

Sunshine Skyway Disaster

The May 9, 1980, collapse of a major bridge in Tampa Bay, Florida, resulted from a collision with a freighter during a severe thunderstorm. The incident caused the deaths of 35 people,... Read more »
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1980 Skyway Bridge St. Pete Disaster: Tragedy & Legacy | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

1980 Skyway Bridge St. Pete Disaster: Tragedy & Legacy

The 1980 collapse of a portion of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, located in Tampa Bay, Florida, resulted from a collision between the bridge and the bulk carrier MV Summit Venture during a... Read more »
1980 Skyway Bridge Disaster: The Tragic Collapse | Disaster Information Hub – Latest Natural Disaster News & Emergency Resources

1980 Skyway Bridge Disaster: The Tragic Collapse

The catastrophic collapse of a major Florida bridge in 1980, resulting in significant loss of life and property damage, serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of structural integrity and... Read more »