September 2
Sep 2
The Sinking of MV Conception
In the early hours of September 2, 2019, a devastating fire aboard the MV Conception off the coast of California claimed 34 lives in one of the deadliest maritime disasters in recent U.S. history. The tragedy led to widespread grief and sparked intense scrutiny over safety practices in the boating industry.
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Sep 30
1993 Latur Earthquake
On September 30, 1993, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck near Killari in Maharashtra, India, devastating dozens of rural villages and killing nearly 10,000 people. It remains one of the deadliest intraplate earthquakes in Indian history and fundamentally changed national approaches to disaster response, building safety, and seismic awareness.
Sep 5
The 2022 Luding Earthquake
On a calm September afternoon in 2022, Luding County in Sichuan Province was rocked by a powerful 6.7 magnitude earthquake. The ground trembled violently, buildings crumbled, and lives were upended in an instant. This earthquake, while not the first to strike this seismically active region, proved to be particularly devastating. With its epicenter deep beneath the rugged terrain, the quake unleashed destruction that would leave a lasting scar on the community.
Sep 1
The Great Kantō Earthquake
A devastating earthquake hit the Kantō region of Japan on September 1, 1923, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.