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news1 year ago

Missing Pennsylvania Grandmother Found Dead in Sinkhole After 4-Day Search

The body of 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard was recovered from a 30-foot sinkhole in Marguerite, Pennsylvania, four days after she went missing while searching for her cat. The sinkhole was connected to an abandoned coal mine, and the search had transitioned to a recovery mission due to the risk of mine collapse. Over 100 people were involved in the search, which utilized electronic devices and water to remove debris. Sinkhole fatalities are rare but more common in states like Pennsylvania.

accidents-and-disasters1 year ago

"Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Recovery Efforts and Investigations Underway"

A fourth body has been recovered from the site of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, with salvage teams locating one of the missing construction vehicles and a deceased victim trapped inside. Two workers are still missing and presumed dead. Maryland officials and leaders have expressed condolences and support for the affected families, with Gov. Wes Moore set to hold a press conference to discuss the latest developments in the recovery mission.

world1 year ago

"Uncovering the Cause: Investigating the Baltimore Key Bridge Collapse"

The search has resumed for six missing construction workers presumed dead after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in Baltimore following a cargo ship collision. The recovery mission has shifted to a recovery operation, with fears over the economic and trade disruption caused by the bridge collapse mounting. Maryland Governor Wes Moore has expressed support for rebuilding the bridge as soon as possible, while the investigation into the cargo ship crash is ongoing. Multiple workers, including two Guatemalan nationals and several Mexican nationals, are among those missing, with one body initially reported as recovered but later recanted.

tragedy1 year ago

"6-Year-Old Swept Away by Chester Creek Prompts Recovery Mission"

The search for 6-year-old Lin’Ajah Brooker, who was swept away by a deadly current in a Pennsylvania creek, has transitioned from a search-and-rescue mission to a recovery effort. Despite extensive efforts by multiple response teams, including the use of boats, helicopters, and an underwater drone, the young girl has not been found. Authorities are facing challenges due to rainfall and debris in the water, and the search will be suspended at dusk due to safety concerns for the search team.

space-technology1 year ago

"Rocket Lab's Successful 2024 Recovery Mission and Financial Results"

Rocket Lab successfully launched its first recovery Electron mission of 2024 from New Zealand, deploying four Space Situational Awareness (SSA) satellites for Spire Global and NorthStar Earth & Space. The first stage booster was recovered from the Pacific Ocean, marking Rocket Lab's ambition for reusing the booster entirely. NorthStar's "NorthStar-1" mission is the first batch of a planned 24-satellite constellation, aiming to enable continuous monitoring of satellites and nearby objects for early detection and warning of safety- and security-related phenomena.

natural-disasters2 years ago

Tragic Flash Flooding in Pennsylvania Claims Lives and Leaves Others Missing

Four people have died and three others are missing after flash flooding caused by torrential rain in Upper Makefield Township, Pennsylvania. The victims were caught by surprise on the road, with several trapped in their vehicles. Two siblings, a 9-month-old boy and a 2-year-old girl, along with an adult female, are among those still unaccounted for. Search efforts are ongoing, but authorities believe it will become a recovery mission. Multiple roadways are closed due to heavy debris, and the flooding has been described as unprecedented.

technology2 years ago

Titanic Submersible Wreckage Recovered: First Photos and Debris Arrive in St. John's

The first photos of the wreckage from the Titan submersible, which suffered a "catastrophic implosion" resulting in the death of all five crew members, have been released. The recovered pieces, including what appears to be the black landing gear, will be further studied to determine the cause of the incident. The Titan disappeared during its mission to the Titanic wreckage and was located on the ocean floor, close to the bow of the Titanic.

tragedy2 years ago

Search for Missing 7-Year-Old at Eastwood MetroPark Suspended

The formal search operation for 7-year-old Lucas Rosales, who went missing from Eastwood MetroPark on Saturday evening, has been suspended and transitioned to a recovery mission. Despite more than 100 people, including multiple rescue crews, boats, trained volunteer search groups, and K-9s, searching the areas surrounding where Lucas was last seen, he has not been located. The police do not suspect foul play.

tragedy2 years ago

Father and Son Musicians' Bodies Found in Arkansas Lake After 24 Days

The bodies of Lotus drummer Chuck Morris and his son Charley were found 24 days after they disappeared during a kayaking trip in Arkansas. The father-son duo were reported missing on March 16, and a search and rescue effort was launched. The search mission spanned 24 days and utilized remote-operated underwater ROV vehicles. The cause of death was determined to be drowning. Lotus released a statement on behalf of the family, thanking those who helped bring closure to the family and recover the two missing men.

music2 years ago

Lotus drummer and son presumed dead after kayaking trip in Arkansas.

Chuck Morris, percussionist of the band Lotus, and his son Charley have been missing since March 16 after a kayaking trip in Arkansas. The search and rescue effort has now turned into a recovery mission, with a probable location on the lake identified. Morris' wife has urged fans to donate to support the family. Morris is described as a "loving father and partner" and Charley a "great friend who believes in doing what’s right, even if it doesn’t come with a reward."

tragedy2 years ago

Multiple kayaking tragedies strike families across the US.

The search for a father and son from Kansas City who went missing while kayaking on Beaver Lake in Arkansas is now considered a recovery mission. The Benton County Sheriff's Office found one kayak and a jacket in the area where they were searching. Chuck Morris, the father, is a percussionist with the band Lotus, which has created a GoFundMe that has raised nearly $90,000 for the family. The band said that while they are deeply grieving, they plan to celebrate Chuck and Charley's lives and memories.