May 15

The CSX 8888 Incident May 15

The CSX 8888 Incident

On May 15, 2001, an unmanned freight train carrying hazardous materials ran uncontrolled for nearly two hours across northern Ohio, sparking a high-stakes chase by railroad crews and law enforcement—and ended with the dramatic recapture of the locomotive before catastrophe struck.

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The 2003 Boumerdès Earthquake May 21

The 2003 Boumerdès Earthquake

On May 21, 2003, a massive earthquake struck Boumerdès, Algeria, revealing the precarious intersection of natural disaster risk and rapid urban development, leading to significant loss and prompting lasting changes in building practices.

2012 Northern Italy Earthquakes May 20

2012 Northern Italy Earthquakes

A series of destructive earthquakes struck the Emilia-Romagna region in Northern Italy in May 2012, causing loss of life, substantial damage, and significant economic repercussions.

The 1999 Oklahoma Tornado Outbreak May 3

The 1999 Oklahoma Tornado Outbreak

A catastrophic sequence of tornadoes struck Oklahoma and Kansas in May 1999, led by an infamous F5 twister that caused immense destruction, prompting significant advancements in weather prediction and emergency responses.