May 22

Gansu Ultramarathon Disaster May 22

Gansu Ultramarathon Disaster

In May 2021, 21 runners died after a sudden storm struck the Yellow River Stone Forest ultramarathon in Gansu Province, China. The tragedy revealed fatal flaws in race safety and transformed the future of endurance sports events across the country.

The 2011 Joplin Tornado May 22

The 2011 Joplin Tornado

The 2011 Joplin Tornado, which struck Joplin, Missouri, on May 22, was one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history, with catastrophic effects on the local community and infrastructure.

1971 Bingöl Earthquake May 22

1971 Bingöl Earthquake

A devastating earthquake struck Bingöl Province in eastern Turkey on May 22, 1971, leading to significant loss of life and damage, and prompting vital changes in seismic preparedness and building standards.

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