July 28
2010
The Airblue Flight 202 Crash
On July 28, 2010, Airblue Flight 202 crashed into the Margalla Hills near Islamabad, Pakistan, killing all 152 people on board. The tragedy became the deadliest air disaster in Pakistani history, drawing attention to lapses in cockpit communication and flight procedures. Read more
1976
The Tangshan Earthquake
On July 28, 1976, the city of Tangshan in China’s Hebei Province experienced one of the deadliest earthquakes in recorded history. With a magnitude of at least 7.5, the quake leveled the industrial city, resulting in catastrophic loss of life and extensive destruction. This story unravels the harrowing events leading up to the quake, the immediate aftermath, and the long-term impact on China’s disaster management and urban planning. Read more
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