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Lucky Escape

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accidents1 year ago

Close Call: Oregon Man Narrowly Escapes Runaway Saw Blade

An Oregon man narrowly escaped a four-foot saw blade that came loose from a nearby construction site and barreled across a parking lot, lodging itself into the side of a building just seconds after he entered a convenience store. Surveillance footage captured the hair-raising incident, showing the blade narrowly missing the man. The impact caused the entire store to shake, and the man expressed gratitude for being alive, stating that he didn't think he would have survived being touched by the blade.

us-and-world1 year ago

"Terrifying Escape: Oregon Man's Brush with Death Caught on Surveillance Video"

An Oregon man narrowly escaped death when a concrete saw blade came loose from a nearby construction site and hurtled towards him as he entered a store in Eugene. Surveillance video captured the four-foot blade slamming into the store's exterior wall just inches away from the door. The impact was so strong that the entire building shook, but the man managed to avoid being touched by the blade. Witnesses believe the blade may have come loose due to a lost bolt and potential operator error.

accidents-and-incidents1 year ago

"Hot Air Balloon Collides with Power Lines in Minnesota, Sparking Fire and Basket Breaks Off: Video"

A hot-air balloon in Minnesota crashed into a power line, causing the basket to break off and igniting a fire, with dramatic video footage capturing the incident. Three passengers had a lucky escape with minor injuries, and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident. This comes after a fatal hot-air balloon crash in the Arizona desert earlier this year.

wildlife2 years ago

Florida Woman Survives Terrifying Alligator Attacks While Snorkeling

A 20-year-old woman in Florida was bitten on the head by a 9-foot alligator while snorkeling at a park swimming hole, but miraculously walked away with only two scratches on her forehead. The incident occurred at Alexander Springs Recreation Area, and the woman credits her full-face snorkel mask for protecting her from a more severe injury. This was the second alligator-related incident at the park in less than a week. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission responded to the scene, and a nuisance alligator trapper removed the alligator. The agency reminded the public to keep a safe distance from alligators and to never feed them.

accidents2 years ago

Miraculous Escape: Couple Survives Near Fatal Accident as Truck Tire Nearly Splits Car in Half

A couple from Clinton Township, Michigan, had a lucky escape after an errant truck tire nearly split their car in half on Eastbound I-696 near Hilton Road. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, and the couple managed to walk away from the wreck despite the tire going through the windshield and taking off the roof. They credit their survival to the quick decision of the driver to slam on the brakes. Michigan State Police responded to the scene, but the origin of the tire remains unknown. The couple is asking for anyone with information to come forward.

adventuresurvival2 years ago

"Miraculous Survival: Climber Walks Away with Minor Injuries After 2,000ft Fall on Mount Taranaki"

A climber miraculously survived a nearly 2,000 ft fall down Mount Taranaki, one of New Zealand's deadliest mountains, with only minor injuries after landing on soft snow. The climber lost his footing while approaching the summit and slipped, but was found 600m below by a member of the group. Despite the challenging conditions and previous fatalities in the area, the climber's fall was softened by the snow, and he was safely brought down. Authorities emphasize the importance of special skills, preparation, and carrying distress beacons when climbing Mount Taranaki.

natural-disasters2 years ago

Miraculous Escape: Beachgoers Survive Terrifying Cliff Collapse

Beachgoers in West Bay, England narrowly escaped tragedy when a cliff collapsed, sending tons of rock and boulders onto the sand. The incident occurred following strong winds and heavy rains from Storm Antoni. The Dorset Council warned that rockfalls and landslips can happen at any time and urged people to use caution and stay away from the edge and base of cliffs. The area has been cordoned off, and pedestrians are advised to keep clear of the cliff top and stay updated on the tide.

local-news2 years ago

SUV Crashes into Kissimmee Home in Fiery Wreck After Narrowly Missing Car.

A speeding SUV crashed into a Kissimmee home and caught fire after the driver suffered a medical episode. New video shows the SUV narrowly missing a car before hitting a mailbox and the front of the house. Eight people were inside the home but were not injured, and the driver was taken to the hospital. The family's pet bird died in the crash. The homeowner said his family was lucky to have escaped unharmed, as his daughter and sister usually play in front of the window where the SUV crashed.