Landslide in Papua New Guinea

Over 100 people killed in a landslide in Papua New Guinea.

NASA Debris Incident in Florida

Debris from the International Space Station hit a Florida home, NASA analyzed it and determined it was a stanchion from support equipment. NASA will update future modeling to prevent similar incidents.

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.

Destruction of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore

The destruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore could result in the biggest-ever marine insurance payout, with estimates of billions of dollars for rebuilding and clearing debris. Lloyd's of London is preparing for a substantial claim.

Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Plant Cleanup Efforts

The Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant in Japan is still dealing with the aftermath of the 2011 disaster, with efforts underway to remove damaged fuel debris. The process includes extracting a sample of melted fuel from inside the reactor to better understand how to clean it up. Challenges remain in terms of technology, data, and planning for the clean-up process.

Fatal Blast at Vaping Distribution Company in Michigan

A 19-year-old in Michigan was fatally struck in the head by a canister projected into the air by a blast at a vaping distribution company. The incident involved a fire fueled by butane containers. Debris, including blades, flew into the air during the explosion, causing injuries and evacuations. The company had received a large shipment of butane containers recently.

Industrial Building Fire in Detroit Suburb

Industrial building fire in Detroit suburb leads to hundreds of explosions, killing a 19-year-old. Debris and canisters shot far into the air. Firefighters battle massive blaze with bursts of flames. Air quality concerns raised. Cause of fire unknown.