July 24
2014
The Crash of Air Algérie Flight 5017
On July 24, 2014, Air Algérie Flight 5017, a routine passenger flight from Burkina Faso to Algeria, tragically crashed near Gossi, Mali, claiming the lives of all 116 people on board. This heartbreaking event, driven by severe weather and crew errors, led to significant international investigations and substantial changes in aviation safety protocols. Read more
2013
The Santiago de Compostela Train Derailment
On July 24, 2013, the tranquil evening near Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain, was shattered by one of the deadliest train accidents in Spanish history. The high-speed Alvia 730 train, en route from Madrid to Ferrol, derailed at a sharp curve, resulting in the tragic loss of 79 lives and injuries to 140 others. The incident not only highlighted critical lapses in safety protocols but also prompted significant changes in railway safety measures. Read more
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