February 15
1961
Sabena Flight 548 Crash
On February 15, 1961, Sabena Flight 548, a Boeing 707, crashed near Brussels, Belgium, claiming the lives of all on board, including the U.S. figure skating team. Read more
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Feb 19
Pasta de Conchos Mine Disaster
A tragic explosion at the Pasta de Conchos coal mine in Coahuila, Mexico, led to the loss of 65 miners. The disaster highlighted critical lapses in mine safety and prompted calls for reform.
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Feb 10
The 2018 Hong Kong Bus Accident
A tragic bus accident in Tai Po, Hong Kong, claimed 19 lives and injured 65, sparking demands for major safety reforms in public transportation.
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Feb 25
Hesston Shootings
A tragic mass shooting at Excel Industries in Kansas, carried out by employee Cedric Ford, left three dead and fourteen injured, testing community resilience and sparking debate on workplace safety and gun laws.
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