August 1
2007
The I-35W Mississippi River Bridge Collapse
On August 1, 2007, the bustling city of Minneapolis witnessed a catastrophic event—the collapse of the I-35W Mississippi River Bridge. Known officially as Bridge 9340, this critical piece of infrastructure gave way during rush hour, plunging into the river below. The disaster claimed 13 lives, injured 145 people, and brought national attention to the state of America’s aging infrastructure. The aftermath saw immediate rescue efforts, a thorough investigation, and significant policy changes to ensure such a tragedy would not happen again. Read more
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Aug 19
The Dhamara Ghat Train Accident
On August 19, 2013, the quiet Dhamara Ghat railway station in Bihar, India, became the site of a devastating train accident. As pilgrims gathered for a religious observance, a speeding express train collided with the crowd, resulting in a tragic loss of life and numerous injuries.
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Aug 10
The 2020 Midwest Derecho
The 2020 Midwest Derecho was a fierce and unprecedented storm system that tore through the central United States, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. With winds exceeding 100 mph, this massive derecho caused widespread damage to homes, businesses, and agriculture, resulting in billions of dollars in losses. This story unravels the events of that fateful day and explores the storm’s devastating impact on the region.
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Aug 24
The 2016 Central Italy Earthquake
On August 24, 2016, a powerful earthquake shook Central Italy in the dead of night, reducing historic towns to rubble and leaving nearly 300 dead.
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