There was a small plane crash in Sylmar, California on April 20, 2022. The plane, a twin-engine Cessna 337 Skymaster, crashed near the 210 highway not far from the Whiteman Airport. The pilot was the only occupant, and was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. ...
Month: April 2022
Crash between Train and Big Rig in Hockley, Texas
There was a crash involving a train and a semi-truck in Hockley, Texas on April 20, 2022. Reports indicate the collision occurred on Katy Hockley Road near Highway 290. According to authorities, an 18-wheeler hauling gravel was on the tracks at the intersection of...
Fire and Explosion at Aluminum Plant in Ohio
There was an explosion and fire at the Imperial Aluminum Plant in Minerva, Ohio on April 20, 2022. According to reports, at least one worker was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. The worker was operating machinery at the plant when the explosion...
SUV Crushed by Two Big Rigs on Interstate 10 in Houston, Texas
There was a deadly accident involving two semi trucks and a passenger SUV in Houston, Texas on April 18, 2022. During the accident, an SUV was crushed between two 18-wheelers on Interstate 10 eastbound near McCarty Road. The driver of the SUV was killed as a result...
Fire and Chemical Release at Olin Plant at Dow Chemical in Plaquemine
There was a fire and release of chlorine at the Olin Plant at Dow Chemical in Plaquemine, Louisiana on April 18, 2022. The release of chlorine resulted in a shelter in place being issued for residents of Iberville Parish. According to reports, chlorine could be...
Are there safety benefits to wearing motorcycle gloves?
You’ve just purchased a motorcycle and are wondering what kind of safety gear you need. Or, perhaps you’re a veteran rider who is just looking to replenish your equipment? You’ve sorted out a helmet, leathers and knee pads, and you’re now contemplating protection for...
Deadly Trench Collapse in Spring City, Tennessee
There was a deadly trench collapse in Spring City, Tennessee on April 17, 2022. According to reports, a worker was killed when a trench collapsed at a residential construction project. Because of the location where the incident occurred, mechanized equipment was...
Recreational Boat Capsizes in North Stonington, Connecticut
There was a deadly recreational boating accident in North Stonington, Connecticut on April 15, 2022. A vessel with two adults and two children capsized on Wyassup Lake. The four passengers were thrown into a water as a result. They were rescued and transported to...
Robinson R22 Helicopter Crash at Arizona Airport – Pilot Killed
There was a helicopter crash in Gila Bend, Arizona on April 15, 2022. According to reports, a Robinson R22 helicopter crashed at the Gila Bend Municipal Airport. The pilot was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. The accident remains under investigation....
NTSB Report on Fire on Fishing Vessel Nobska
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its report on the April 30, 2021 fire that broke out in the engine room on board the fishing vessel Nobska. During the incident, the boat was ground fishing in Georges Bank, east of Cape Cod. After the fire broke...