February 20
2003
The Station Nightclub Fire
The tragic fire at The Station nightclub in West Warwick, Rhode Island, claimed 100 lives and reshaped fire safety standards nationwide. Read more
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Feb 24
The 2004 Al Hoceima Earthquake
A devastating earthquake struck the coastal city of Al Hoceima, Morocco on February 24, 2004, causing significant loss of life and property damage, and prompting reforms in disaster preparedness.
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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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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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