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accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

"Baltimore's Key Bridge Collapses in Ship Collision"

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, collapsed after a container ship struck it, leading to a mass casualty incident with as many as seven people possibly in the water. Unverified videos on social media showed the impact and collapse, and ship tracking data indicated that a Singapore-flagged container ship, the Dali, was involved in the accident. Emergency personnel are on the scene, and efforts are underway to address the situation.

via Reuters|
#accidents-and-disasters#baltimore#bridge-collapse
accidentincident1 year ago

Fatal Car Crash at Austin Medical Center Leaves 1 Dead, 5 Injured

A driver crashed into the Emergency Room at St. David's North Austin Medical Center, resulting in the driver's death and injuries to five others, including two pediatric patients. The incident was classified as a Level-4 Mass Casualty Incident, prompting a significant emergency response. The building itself sustained minimal damage, and officials stated that there is no danger to the public. The Austin Police Department's Vehicular Homicide Unit is investigating the cause of the crash, and preliminary information suggests it was not intentional. Governor Greg Abbott has offered full support, and the situation is still developing.

via KEYE TV CBS Austin|
#accidentincident#austin#austin-fire-department
accidentsdisasters2 years ago

"Fiery I-70 Crash Causes Mass Casualty Incident and Interstate Closure in Licking County"

Both directions of Interstate 70 in Licking County, Ohio, are closed near the State Route 310 interchange due to a "mass casualty incident" involving a reported collision between a tractor-trailer and a commercial bus, possibly a Greyhound bus. Multiple emergency personnel and medical helicopters have been dispatched to the scene, and patients have been transported to several area hospitals. The incident is classified as a level 3 mass casualty incident, indicating the potential for 10 or more injuries. The highway remains closed as authorities assess the situation.

via The Columbus Dispatch|
#accidentsdisasters#greyhound-bus#interstate-70
accidentsdisasters2 years ago

"Billings First Responders Share Harrowing Account of Briarwood Deck Collapse"

First responders in Billings, Montana, recount the deck collapse at Briarwood Country Club that sent 25 people to the hospital. The incident was classified as a mass casualty event, but thanks to the preparedness and efficient response of multiple agencies, all patients were transported within 54 minutes and none suffered life-threatening injuries. The responders described it as a once-in-a-career incident and expressed pride in the level of cooperation and teamwork displayed during the emergency.

via Q2 News|
#accidentsdisasters#briarwood-country-club#deck-collapse
accidents2 years ago

10-car crash on 10 Freeway in Upland leaves 1 dead, multiple injured.

A 10-car crash on the I-10 Freeway in Upland has left one person dead and several others injured, including children. The San Bernardino County Fire Department responded to the mass-casualty incident and transported all patients to the hospital. The cause of the crash is unknown, and the California Highway Patrol is investigating the incident.

via KTLA Los Angeles|
#10-freeway#accidents#california-highway-patrol