May 3
1999
The 1999 Oklahoma Tornado Outbreak
A catastrophic sequence of tornadoes struck Oklahoma and Kansas in May 1999, led by an infamous F5 twister that caused immense destruction, prompting significant advancements in weather prediction and emergency responses. Read more
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May 21
Yuba City Bus Disaster
On May 21, 1976, a tragic accident occurred in Martinez, California, involving a school bus carrying Yuba City High School's marching band to a competition, resulting in the deaths of 29 individuals.
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May 5
1930 Bago Earthquake
The 1930 Bago Earthquake, striking near the city of Bago in Burma, wrought widespread destruction and resulted in over 500 deaths. This calamitous event underscored the seismic vulnerability of the region under British colonial rule.
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May 2
Cyclone Nargis
Cyclone Nargis struck Myanmar's Irrawaddy Delta on May 2, 2008, causing immense loss of life and property and highlighting critical issues in disaster preparedness.
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