May 13
2014
Soma Mine Disaster
The Soma Mine Disaster on May 13, 2014, claimed 301 lives in Turkey's deadliest mining tragedy, exposing severe safety shortcomings and sparking national and international calls for reform. Read more
1972
Sennichi Department Store Building Fire
On May 13, 1972, a devastating fire tore through the Sennichi Building in Osaka, Japan, claiming 118 lives. The disaster prompted significant reforms in fire safety standards. Read more
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May 11
ValuJet Flight 592 Crash
On May 11, 1996, ValuJet Flight 592 crashed into the Florida Everglades shortly after takeoff from Miami International Airport, killing all 110 onboard. Mismanagement of hazardous materials led to the tragedy, prompting critical aviation safety reforms.
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May 5
Kenya Airways Flight 507 Crash
A tragic aviation disaster involving Kenya Airways Flight 507 occurred in 2007, claiming 114 lives when the Boeing 737-800 crashed shortly after takeoff from Douala, Cameroon, due to pilot error in challenging weather conditions.
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May 26
I-40 Bridge Disaster
The tragic collapse of the I-40 Bridge over the Arkansas River near Webbers Falls, Oklahoma, in May 2002 led to significant loss of life and economic disruption, highlighting critical infrastructural vulnerabilities.
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