There was a construction accident in Ferguson, Missouri on November 6, 2023. According to reports, three workers were hit by a vehicle in a construction zone on Monday night. At the time, the workers were wearing safety vests to visibly alert drivers of their...
Dealing with chemicals, whether it's in a professional setting or while tackling a pile of dirty dishes at home, can be risky business. These substances do the heavy lifting in everything from cleaning floors to powering massive industrial processes. But as helpful as...
There was an explosion of a gas line in Wappingers Falls, New York on November 2, 2023. According to reports, a gas line exploded after being ruptured by a piece of equipment during routine maintenance work. A multi-family residence collapsed as a result of the...
New cruise ship regulations aim to address safety issues Cruise safety became a hot topic in the news in January 2012 when the luxury cruise liner Costa Concordia ran aground off the coast of Italy and killed 32 passengers and crew members. Officials in the cruise...
There was a boating accident in Delaware City, Delaware on October 30, 2023. The incident occurred on the Delaware River near Reedy Island. Early reports indicate that two boats were involved in a collision in foggy conditions. One of the vessels involved capsized...
There was a small plane crash in McCook, Nebraska on October 30, 2023. The plane, a single-engine Piper PA-46 crashed near the McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport. One person was killed in the crash, and a second person was injured and taken to a local hospital for...
With Halloween just days away, two candy makers—Cocco Candy of Turkey and New Jersey-based KGR Distribution—are recalling treats that pose a serious choking hazard to children. The recall follows a tragic incident in April 2023, where a seven-year-old girl in New York...
There was an 18-wheeler crash near Andrews, Texas on October 27, 2023. An 18-wheeler collided with a passenger SUV at the intersection of State Highway 115 and FM 2371. According to reports, the big rig failed to yield to the passenger vehicle, resulting in the...
There was an explosion on the cargo ship Serenity AC on October 26, 2023. At the time, the vessel was anchored in southwest Turkey. Four crew members were injured in the explosion. At this time it is unknown what caused the explosion on board. There have been a...
Retail stores—whether large chain outlets, boutique shops, or department stores—see constant foot traffic as customers browse products, try on clothing, and navigate crowded aisles. These environments present unique risks for slip-and-fall accidents, which can occur...