NASA's Hypothetical Exercise on Potential Asteroid Collision

NASA conducted a hypothetical exercise and found that an asteroid has a 72 percent chance of hitting Earth in 2038. The plan to combat the asteroid has gaps, and public awareness methods are not fully developed. The exercise highlighted the need for better preparation and coordination in case of an asteroid strike.

Train collides with semi-truck in Bartow County, Georgia

A train collided with a semi-truck on railroad tracks in Bartow County, Georgia, captured on video. The truck driver escaped before impact, and no one was injured. This incident is the eighth documented one at the same train crossing since 2017.

The Collision between Earth and Theia

Earth may have formed continents, plate tectonics, and the moon due to a collision with Theia, a planetary object the size of Mars, around 4.5 billion years ago.

Freighter Accident in Lake Superior

A freighter in Lake Superior hit an underwater obstacle, started taking on water, and had to be evacuated by half of its crew. The ship was carrying taconite, a low-grade iron ore, and was headed to port for repairs. The cause of the collision is under investigation.

Barge Collision at Pelican Island Bridge in Galveston

A barge crashed into the Pelican Island Bridge in Galveston, causing a section of the bridge, including railroad tracks, to fall onto the barge. Two crew members went overboard but were recovered. The incident caused an oil spill from the barge, shutting down the bridge and causing power outages at Texas A&M University at Galveston.

Fatal Incident Involving Oversized Equipment in Temple, Texas

Two people dead, one seriously injured after an oversized piece of equipment came off a trailer and landed on a vehicle in Temple, Texas. Authorities investigating the incident.

Japanese Navy Helicopter Crash in Pacific Ocean

Two Japanese navy helicopters carrying eight crew members crashed in the Pacific Ocean during a nighttime training flight, possibly colliding with each other. One crew member has been confirmed dead, while seven others remain missing. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing.

Close Call Between Russian and Nasa Satellites

A Russian satellite narrowly avoided colliding with a Nasa satellite, which could have resulted in dangerous debris shooting around Earth. Nasa is launching a Space Sustainability Strategy to monitor satellites and prevent collisions in crowded low Earth orbit.

Barge collision with bridge at Kerr Reservoir

A barge struck a bridge at Kerr Reservoir in Oklahoma but no injuries were reported. The bridge was closed for a few hours but later reopened to traffic.

Fatal School Bus Collision in Texas

A cement truck veered and hit a Texas school bus, resulting in the death of a man and a boy. The truck driver was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide. The collision took place in Bastrop County, Texas, outside Austin.

MV Dali Container Ship Collision with Francis Scott Key Bridge

The MV Dali container ship collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing damage and posing a potential threat from hazardous materials. Investigators are inspecting the ship for leaks, fires, and damage. Recovery efforts include using a large crane to clear the shipping channel.

Cargo ship collision with Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore

A cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, causing uncertainty about the accident's cause. Investigators need months to determine the reason.

Cargo ship collision with Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore

A massive cargo ship collided with the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, resulting in six presumed deaths in what is believed to be an accident.

Container Ship Collides with Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

A container ship collided with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse. The incident was possibly due to a momentary loss of propulsion and electrical power. Experts suggest that the lack of redundancy in ship systems and the challenging tidal conditions may have contributed to the collision.

Cargo ship collision with Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

A cargo ship collided with the Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing it to collapse. The ship was piloted by a specialized crew and had experienced past deficiencies. The incident resulted in a halt of activities at the Port of Baltimore and a search for missing individuals in the frigid waters.

South China Sea Collision

A collision between Philippine and Chinese Coast Guard vessels in the South China Sea raises fears of escalation in the disputed area claimed by China.

School Bus and Semitruck Collision in Illinois

Five people, including three children, were killed in a tragic school bus and semitruck collision in western Illinois. The small, close-knit community is devastated by the loss.

Collision in the South China Sea

The Lixinsha Bridge in southern China partially collapsed after being struck by a barge. Australia's prime minister expressed concerns over unsafe behavior in the South China Sea following a collision between Chinese and Philippine ships.

Chinese-Philippine Coast Guard Collision in South China Sea

Chinese and Philippine coast guard vessels collided in the disputed South China Sea, resulting in injuries to Filipino crew members. The incident occurred as Southeast Asian leaders gathered for a summit addressing Beijing's aggression at sea.

South China Sea Collision

The Philippines accused China's coast guard of dangerous maneuvers leading to a collision in the South China Sea.

Firefighter Accident in Pennsylvania

Two firetrucks collided while responding to a burning house in northeastern Pennsylvania, injuring six firefighters.

NASA spacecraft and Russian satellite near collision in low-Earth orbit

NASA spacecraft and Russian satellite narrowly avoid collision in low-Earth orbit, highlighting growing concerns about space debris and potential dangers to space exploration.