Helicopters are uniquely designed for vertical takeoff and landing, making them more adaptable to emergency situations than fixed-wing aircraft. However, when a helicopter is forced to make an emergency landing, the risks are significant. Whether due to mechanical...
A crew member on the tanker ship MTM DUBLIN went overboard early on September 26, 2023. According to reports, a commercial fishing boat was able to rescue the crew member off the coast of Boston, Massachusetts. The crew member was taken to shore and taken to a local...
There was a crash involving two 18-wheelers in San Patricio County, Texas on September 26, 2023. According to reports, a semi-truck was making a turn when it was struck from behind by a second semi truck. It is unclear if any other vehicles were involved, or if...
There was a deadly boating accident on Fort Loudon Lake in Tennessee on September 26, 2023. According to reports, two men were fishing when their boat into the Fort Loudon Lake Dam's spillway, causing it to capsize. One of the fishermen was rescued by a nearby boat,...
Scissor lifts are essential for efficiently accessing elevated work areas on construction sites. Despite their benefits, these machines can pose significant crushing hazards to operators and nearby workers when safety protocols are overlooked. Crushing accidents often...
Ejection seats are a critical safety feature in military and certain high-performance aircraft, designed to save a pilot's life in emergency situations during flight. However, when these devices malfunction while the aircraft is on the ground, the results can be just...
Although forklifts are not commonly associated with fire hazards, they can and do catch fire—especially when powered by propane, diesel, or electricity. When a forklift catches fire or explodes, the resulting burn injuries can be catastrophic. Victims may suffer...
There was a small plane crash near El Dorado, Arkansas on September 23, 2023. According to reports, a Beech A-36 plane crashed with two people on board. The plane was en route from Gulf Shores, Alabama to El Dorado. Before the crash, the pilot reported engine...
There was a crash involving an 18-wheeler in Houston, Texas on September 22, 2023. According to reports, a semi-truck rolled over on the westbound I-610 North Loop. The crash occurred near the ramp to the I-45 North Freeway. It is unclear if any other vehicles were...
There was a deadly accident at an oilfield site near Wayne, Oklahoma on September 20, 2023. According to reports, a worker was performing work inside an oil tank. The victim and a co-worker were in the process of installing a gauge on the tank. This required the...