Deadly Cable Car Accident in Southern Turkey

Nearly 200 people were left stranded in midair after a deadly cable car accident in southern Turkey. Dramatic video shows helicopters and rescue crews working for hours to bring the occupants down.

Mariners Rescued from Pacific Island

Three mariners stranded on a tiny Pacific Ocean islet spelled out 'HELP' using palm fronds and were rescued after a week. The mission unexpectedly turned into a family reunion when one of the rescuers turned out to be related to the stranded men. This was not the first rescue from the same island, with a similar incident occurring in 2020.

Stranded Sailors Rescued from Pikelot Atoll

Three sailors stranded on a tiny atoll in the Pacific Ocean for over a week were rescued after creating a 'HELP' sign from palm tree leaves, leading to their discovery by the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Navy.

Mine workers stranded after earthquake in Taiwan

Mine workers stranded on a remote mountain ledge in Taiwan after earthquake-triggered landslides.

Airlifting Stranded Killer Whale Calf

Canadian authorities plan to airlift a stranded killer whale calf out of a remote tidal lagoon to reunite it with its extended family after its pregnant mother died. The rescue involves lifting the 2-year-old orca by helicopter and placing it in a net pen in the ocean until its family pod is near for release.

Evacuation of U.S. Nationals from Haiti

Hundreds of U.S. nationals have been evacuated from Haiti due to political turmoil and violence, leaving many stranded and desperate to leave. The U.S. State Department is working on airlifting more Americans out of the country, but challenges persist as armed groups control the capital and the airport remains closed. Families are separated, with some unable to evacuate due to visa and passport issues. The situation is dire, with escalating violence and fears for safety.

Passengers left behind on a Norwegian Cruise

Passengers on a Norwegian Cruise missed boarding time and were left behind on an African island. The cruise line's strict policy caused controversy as they secured passports but did not provide vital medicines or money to the stranded passengers. A separate incident involved an elderly woman having a medical emergency and being left behind by the cruise line.

Passengers stranded on remote island off Africa

Eight passengers, including six Americans and two Australians, were stranded on a remote island off the coast of Africa after missing their ship's all aboard call time. They were eventually rescued and will be reimbursed for their travel costs.

Stranded Cruise Passengers in Africa

Eight passengers were left stranded on the African island of São Tomé and Príncipe after their cruise ship left without them due to being late from a private tour. The passengers faced challenges with language, currency, and travel to catch up with the ship, but eventually reunited with the ship after traveling through seven countries in 48 hours. One passenger was left on the island for medical reasons but was safely returned home.

Stranded Cruise Passengers on African Island

Six American cruise passengers, including a pregnant woman, and two Australians were stranded on an African island during a vacation getaway after Norwegian Cruise Line allegedly left them without their belongings and refused to let them board.

California Highway 1 Collapse near Big Sur

Part of California's Highway 1 near Big Sur collapsed due to spring rains, stranding 1,600 people who had to be moved in convoys. The road has been damaged before by winter and spring storms.

Rescue of 14 People by Crew of Icon of the Seas

The crew on the world's largest cruise ship, the Icon of the Seas, rescued 14 people stranded at sea for eight days. The ship encountered the small vessel adrift and provided medical attention before working closely with the U.S. Coast Guard for assistance. Passengers captured the crew using a small vessel to bring the group onboard for safety.