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tragic-accident1 year ago

Long Island Doctor Killed in Tragic Airstream Trailer Accident

Dr. Monika Woroniecka, a prominent Long Island pediatrician, tragically fell out of a moving Airstream trailer onto an upstate highway during a family road trip, sustaining fatal injuries. The accident occurred as the family was nearing the end of their journey, and Dr. Woroniecka, known for her work with children and families at Stony Brook Medicine, was pronounced dead at Samaritan Medical Center. The community mourns the loss of a dedicated doctor and beloved family member.

via New York Post |
#airstream-trailer#fatal-fall#long-island
accidents1 year ago

Tragic Death: Man Plunges from Hot-Air Balloon in Australia

A man fell to his death from a hot-air balloon over a residential area in Melbourne, Australia, with his body found in a closed-off residential area. The incident occurred after the balloon had been in the air for about 30 minutes, and police are not treating the death as suspicious. The National Commercial Hot-Air Ballooning Industry and the Australian Ballooning Federation have expressed condolences and are providing support for the affected passengers and pilot.

via Newser|
#accidents#australia#fatal-fall
accidents-and-incidents1 year ago

Tragic Skiing Accidents in New Hampshire's Tuckerman Ravine

A 20-year-old skier fell to her death on Mount Washington in New Hampshire after slipping off Tuckerman Ravine, while stormy and icy conditions led to at least two other rescues over the weekend. The mountain, known for its rapid weather changes, has been the site of frequent rescues, including a recent incident where a hiker had to be rescued after falling and becoming hypothermic.

via New York Post |
#accidents-and-incidents#fatal-fall#mount-washington
accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

Tragic Death: 20-Year-Old Skier Falls 600 Feet on Mount Washington

A 20-year-old backcountry skier died after falling 600 feet down a ravine on Mount Washington in New Hampshire, while two others were rescued from the area amid icy and stormy conditions. The incident occurred during a winter storm warning, with the National Weather Service predicting up to 1 foot of wet, heavy snow and strong winds. The U.S. Forest Service highlighted the ever-changing mountain hazards in the area, including avalanches, open crevasse holes, icy steep slopes, and falling rocks and ice.

via ABC News|
#accidents-and-disasters#backcountry-skiing#fatal-fall
accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

Tragic Death of 20-Year-Old Skier in Mount Washington Backcountry

A 20-year-old woman died after falling 600 feet while skiing in Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington, New Hampshire. The area had hard, icy snow surfaces and open crevasse holes, leading to fatal and traumatic injuries for the skier and her companion. Rescuers also responded to two other skiers who suffered injuries from falling on the firm and icy snow surface. The U.S. Forest Service highlighted the hazardous conditions due to a lack of recent snowfall and cold temperatures, emphasizing the ever-changing risks in the area.

via WCVB Boston|
#accidents-and-disasters#fatal-fall#mount-washington
crime2 years ago

Fatal Plunge: Man Arrested in Ill-Fated Marriage Proposal

A Turkish man has been arrested after his girlfriend fell to her death during a marriage proposal in Canakkale, Turkey. Authorities discovered evidence of a scuffle before the fatal fall, including broken glasses and a speaker at the scene. The man initially claimed that she had accepted his proposal but later admitted that she intended to break up with him. Her family raised doubts about her proximity to the cliff, citing her fear of heights.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#arrest#crime#fatal-fall
accidentstragedy2 years ago

Tragic Deaths: Hikers' Fatal Falls from Overlooks on Blue Ridge Parkway

A hiker in North Carolina fell 150 feet to her death from a waterfall overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The woman, identified as Nancy Sampson, 61, of Greer, South Carolina, succumbed to her injuries before rescuers could reach her. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and officials did not provide details about what led to the fatal fall.

via Fox News|
#accidentstragedy#blue-ridge-parkway#fatal-fall
accidentstragedies2 years ago

Tragic Falls: Deaths and Injuries Plague National Parks

A 21-year-old woman from Colorado died after falling approximately 300 feet while climbing in the Flying Dutchman couloir at Rocky Mountain National Park. This marks the fourth fatality at the park this year. The woman's companion, a 25-year-old man from Texas, was critically injured and airlifted to a nearby hospital. The park officials are investigating the incident and plan to recover the woman's body on Monday.

via USA TODAY|
#accidentstragedies#climbing-accident#colorado
accidentsoutdoor-recreation2 years ago

Tragic Climbing Accident Claims Life of Colorado Woman in Rocky Mountain National Park

A 26-year-old Colorado woman died while free-solo climbing the Four Aces of Blitzen Ridge at Rocky Mountain National Park. Her 27-year-old male climbing partner notified park rangers of her fall, and he was later rescued uninjured. The woman's body was recovered, and the cause of death will be determined by the Larimer County Medical Examiner's Office. This is the second death at the park this month.

via NBC News|
#accidentsoutdoor-recreation#fatal-fall#free-solo-climbing
accidents2 years ago

Tragic Death of Free-Solo Climber at Rocky Mountain National Park

A 26-year-old woman died after falling 500 feet while free-solo climbing at Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado. She lost her grip while climbing with a 27-year-old man. This incident marks the second death at the park in a week. The surviving climber was rescued by an Air National Guard helicopter, and the woman's body was recovered by search and rescue teams. Free-solo climbing is when a climber does not use protective gear.

via New York Post |
#accidents#fatal-fall#free-solo-climbing
accidents2 years ago

Tragic Death: Woman Free Solo Climbing in Rocky Mountain National Park Falls 500 Feet

A 26-year-old woman from Boulder died after falling 500 feet during a free-solo climb on the Four Aces of Blitzen Ridge in Rocky Mountain National Park. Her climbing partner called for help, and he was rescued by a Colorado Air National Guard helicopter. In a separate incident, a 22-year-old climber fell 100 feet while free-soloing the Direct East Face route on the First Flatiron in Boulder and was seriously injured. They were rescued by paramedics and taken to a hospital.

via The Colorado Sun|
#accidents#boulder#fatal-fall
accidentsoutdoor-recreation2 years ago

Tragic Death: Woman Free Solo Climber Falls 500 Feet in Rocky Mountain National Park

A 26-year-old woman died after falling approximately 500 feet while free solo climbing at Rocky Mountain National Park. Her climbing partner, a 27-year-old man, called park rangers for help. The man was safely rescued via a hoist operation by a Colorado Air National Guard helicopter. The woman's body was recovered the next day, and her cause of death will be determined by the Larimer County Coroner/Medical Examiner's Office. This is the second death in the park this year.

via USA TODAY|
#accidentsoutdoor-recreation#colorado-air-national-guard#fatal-fall
tragedy2 years ago

Fatal Accident at North Station: Man Falls Under Moving Green Line Trolley

A man fell to his death after attempting to board a moving Green Line trolley at North Station in Boston early Tuesday morning. The man appeared to have missed boarding and then tried to kick open a door before losing his balance and falling under the trolley as it departed the station. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The Transit Police Department expressed their condolences to the man's family and friends.

via Boston 25 News|
#boston#fatal-fall#green-line-trolley