February 13
1978
Sydney Hilton Hotel Bombing
A bomb explosion outside the Sydney Hilton Hotel during an international conference shocked Australia on February 13, 1978, killing three and injuring others, sparking a continued debate on terrorism and security. Read more
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Feb 28
The Waco Siege
A religious conflict turned deadly standoff between the Branch Davidians and federal agents, leading to 86 fatalities and ongoing debates about the use of force by law enforcement.
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Feb 12
Colgan Air Flight 3407 Crash
A scheduled passenger flight from Newark to Buffalo crashed in Clarence Center, New York, on February 12, 2009, resulting in 50 fatalities and significant changes to airline safety regulations.
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Feb 1
2007 Jakarta Flood
In early February 2007, Jakarta, Indonesia was struck by catastrophic floods triggered by intense monsoon rains, leading to significant human and economic tolls.
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