All articles tagged with #transportation safety
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Reuters
A bus accident in western Guatemala's Solola Department resulted in at least 15 deaths and 19 injuries after the vehicle plunged into a ravine, with poor visibility due to dense fog being a contributing factor.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
A semi-truck driver, Jashanpreet Singh, was arrested after a deadly eight-vehicle crash on the 10 Freeway in Ontario, California. Singh, an Indian national who entered the U.S. illegally in 2022, is charged with DUI causing injury and manslaughter. The incident raises concerns about the vetting of foreign truck drivers, especially amid recent restrictions on issuing commercial driver visas.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
At least 25 people were killed and 17 injured when a bus plunged 650 feet down a ravine in Peru's Andean Ayacucho region. The accident occurred on the Los Libertadores highway, and rescue operations are ongoing. Deadly bus crashes are common in Peru due to precarious mountain roads and inadequately trained drivers. An investigation has been initiated by the ground transportation superintendent SUTRAN.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
A series of accidents involving remote-control locomotives, including a boy losing his leg in Buffalo, has prompted a federal review of the technology. These trains, controlled by operators who may be far from the train, are increasingly used outside rail yards, raising safety concerns. Despite claims of improved safety records, the lack of onboard engineers and visibility issues have led to fatal accidents and injuries, sparking demands for stricter safety measures and better technology.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Eleven people, including University of South Carolina students and guests, were injured when a bus carrying members of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity blew a tire and hit a concrete barrier in Mississippi. The driver and a student were critically injured, but their quick actions prevented the bus from flipping, potentially saving lives. The university is providing support for those affected, and an investigation into the crash is ongoing. The bus company, Dixon Motor Xpress, has a satisfactory safety rating and no previous accidents since its creation in 2019.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) chair, Jennifer Homendy, revealed that Boeing overwrote surveillance footage of the repair facility where a door plug was reinstalled before a blowout on an Alaska Airlines flight. The NTSB is still unable to identify the Boeing employees who worked on the failed door plug, as Boeing claims to have no records of the work being performed. The NTSB will hold an investigative hearing in August to determine the cause of the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The NTSB stated that the decision to blow open tank cars and burn the toxic chemical after an Ohio train derailment wasn't justified, as experts from the chemical company believed no dangerous reaction was occurring. The agency won't release its final report until June, but it's clear that the controversial vent-and-burn action wasn't necessary. Residents are left with lingering health concerns, and questions about long-term effects remain unanswered. Norfolk Southern defended the decision, but some believe it was driven by profit motives. The cleanup is ongoing, and some residents are still experiencing health issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The NTSB stated that the decision to blow open tank cars and burn the toxic chemical after an Ohio train derailment wasn't justified, as experts believed no dangerous chemical reaction was occurring and there was an option to let it cool down. The decision-makers never received this information, leading to fears about long-term health consequences for residents. The NTSB won't release its final report until June, and questions about potential long-term health effects remain unanswered. Norfolk Southern defended the decision, but some residents believe it was driven by greed. Cleanup is ongoing, with some residents still experiencing health concerns, and an investor group is pushing to take control of the railroad.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
The NTSB chair testified that the decision to conduct a controlled burn of derailed tank cars in East Palestine, Ohio, was based on flawed and incomplete information, and that a better option would have been to allow the tank cars time to cool down. The decision has faced scrutiny, with questions raised about whether the railway company or its contractors recommended the burn to facilitate the rapid movement of freight. The NTSB's ongoing investigation has revealed that experts were not given full information and that the decision to conduct the burn was made without considering other options. The Senate is still awaiting a vote on railway safety legislation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The chair of the National Transportation Safety Board criticized Boeing for failing to provide crucial records and information about a mid-air incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 9. The company has not disclosed details about the repair job that preceded the incident, including the individuals involved and security footage. Lawmakers expressed outrage at Boeing's lack of cooperation, and the Federal Aviation Administration has given the company 90 days to address quality-control issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
The San Diego Police Department posted a video on Instagram reminding Apple Vision Pro users to prioritize pedestrian safety and cross streets without the headset's obstruction. While the device allows users to see their surroundings through passthrough cameras, it may not provide the same clarity as reality, especially in low light. Concerns have also been raised about the use of the headset while driving, prompting warnings from government officials and Apple's own user guide.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Gothamist
Last week's NYC subway crash on the Upper West Side was the result of a series of decisions over nearly an hour, leading to a slow-moving collision between two trains. The crash prompted federal regulators to launch a safety probe, which gained urgency after another derailment in Coney Island. The aftermath has raised concerns about the overall management and supervision of the NYC transit system. Additionally, plans for expanding Q train stops were announced, F train service was restored in southern Brooklyn, and a fatal pedestrian accident involving an NJ Transit bus was reported. The MTA also revealed that pulling the subway's emergency brake for unjustified reasons is not uncommon.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
A decade after the adoption of Vision Zero in the U.S., the goal of eliminating traffic fatalities remains elusive, with some successes but many challenges. While some cities have seen a drop in roadway fatalities and have successfully implemented Vision Zero principles, others continue to struggle, facing pushback from residents and drivers, as well as obstacles from state rules. Despite efforts to lower speed limits, make streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists, and redesign dangerous intersections, the fight to end traffic deaths remains an uphill battle, with the ultimate goal still seeming far off.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 was forced to make an emergency landing after a cabin panel blew off midair, causing a hole in the fuselage and cabin depressurization. The incident led to the temporary grounding of 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 jets worldwide for inspection. The plane involved was relatively new, having been in service for just eight weeks. Past safety concerns of the 737 Max series included two fatal crashes that led to a worldwide grounding for nearly two years. The recent incident has prompted various international airlines to ground their 737 Max 9 aircraft for inspections in compliance with the FAA directive.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
The FAA has grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 planes for inspections after an Alaska Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing due to a door blowing off, causing rapid decompression. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, with no serious injuries reported among the 171 passengers and crew. The NTSB is investigating the accident, which could have been more tragic had the plane reached a higher altitude. The directive affects 171 aircraft globally, and the specific plane involved was delivered by Boeing in October.