April 14
1944
The 1944 Bombay Explosion
On April 14, 1944, a catastrophic fire aboard the SS Fort Stikine at Bombay’s Victoria Dock triggered two massive explosions, killing at least 800 people and devastating a wide swath of the city. The disaster destroyed ships, infrastructure, and homes, exposed failures in wartime logistics, and led to life-saving changes in port safety. Read more
1912
The Sinking of the RMS Titanic
In April 1912, the RMS Titanic, the largest passenger liner of its time, sank on its maiden voyage after hitting an iceberg, leading to the deaths of approximately 1,500 people. Read more
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Apr 22
The 1992 Guadalajara Explosions
A catastrophic series of explosions in Guadalajara's Analco district, ignited by a gasoline leak, caused massive devastation on April 22, 1992, leading to significant casualties and long-term changes in safety regulations.
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Apr 22
Haouch Khemisti Massacre
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Apr 27
The 2011 Super Outbreak
The 2011 Super Outbreak was one of the most devastating tornado outbreaks in U.S. history, occurring over four days in April and leaving a path of destruction across the Southern, Midwestern, and Eastern United States, with Alabama facing the most severe impacts.
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