1783day.year
A poisonous cloud caused by the eruption of the Laki volcano in Iceland reaches Le Havre in France.
In 1783, volcanic gases from Iceland's Laki eruption create a poisonous cloud over Le Havre, affecting climate and health.
On June 22, 1783, a cloud of sulfurous gases from Iceland's Laki eruption drifted over Le Havre.
The poisonous haze caused acid rain, respiratory illnesses, and livestock deaths in northern France.
Laki's massive sulfur dioxide emissions created the 'Laki haze' that shrouded Europe for months.
Contemporary accounts described dimmed sunlight, bizarre weather, and a strong smell of sulfur.
This event stands as one of the most significant volcanic disasters of the 18th century, revealing volcanic impacts on climate and health.
1783
eruption
Laki
Iceland
Le Havre
1893day.year
The Royal Navy battleship HMS Camperdown accidentally rams the British Mediterranean Fleet flagship HMS Victoria which sinks taking 358 crew with her, including the fleet's commander, Vice-Admiral Sir George Tryon.
In a tragic peacetime accident, HMS Camperdown collided with HMS Victoria, causing the flagship to sink and killing 358 crew.
On June 22, 1893, during fleet maneuvers off the coast of Tripoli, HMS Camperdown mistakenly ordered a turn that placed her on a collision course with HMS Victoria, the Mediterranean Fleet flagship. The impact tore a massive hole in Victoria's hull, and the ship sank within fifteen minutes. Vice-Admiral Sir George Tryon, who had issued the risky maneuver order, went down with his ship, along with 358 officers and sailors. The disaster shocked the Royal Navy and led to inquiries that questioned command protocols and signaling practices. Lessons learned from the tragedy influenced future naval training and the implementation of more stringent safety measures at sea.
1893
Royal Navy
battleship
HMS Camperdown
British Mediterranean Fleet
flagship
HMS Victoria
George Tryon
1918day.year
The Hammond Circus Train Wreck kills 86 and injures 127 near Hammond, Indiana.
A circus train derailed near Hammond, Indiana, resulting in 86 fatalities and 127 injuries, one of the most tragic rail accidents in U.S. history.
On 22 June 1918, the Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus train derailed on a curve of the Michigan Central Railroad near Hammond, Indiana. Traveling at excessive speed, the locomotive and cars jumped the track and plunged into a ditch, causing a devastating wreck. Eighty-six people, including performers, crew members, and passengers, lost their lives while 127 others were injured. Local residents and emergency crews rushed to the scene to assist amidst the chaotic wreckage. The disaster prompted new safety measures and reinforced the need for regulated train speeds on dangerous curves.
1918
Hammond Circus Train Wreck
Hammond, Indiana
1962day.year
Air France Flight 117 crashes on approach to Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport in Guadeloupe, killing 112 people.
Air France Flight 117 crashed on approach to Pointe-à-Pitre airport in Guadeloupe, killing 112 people.
On June 22, 1962, Air France Flight 117, a Super Constellation aircraft, crashed during its approach to Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport in Guadeloupe. The plane encountered navigational errors and severe weather, leading it to descend too low and strike rough terrain. All 112 passengers and crew on board perished, making it one of the deadliest accidents in the Caribbean at the time. The tragedy prompted investigations into flight safety, approach procedures, and improved air traffic control measures. It also accelerated the adoption of better navigation aids and stricter safety regulations for international flights.
1962
Air France Flight 117
Pointe-à-Pitre International Airport
Guadeloupe
2000day.year
Wuhan Airlines Flight 343 is struck by lightning and crashes into Wuhan's Hanyang District, killing 49 people.
In 2000, Wuhan Airlines Flight 343 was struck by lightning and crashed into Wuhan's Hanyang District, resulting in 49 fatalities.
On June 22, 2000, Wuhan Airlines Flight 343 encountered severe thunderstorms shortly after takeoff.
A lightning strike caused critical damage to the aircraft's systems, leading to a loss of control.
The plane plummeted into the densely populated Hanyang District, with no survivors among the 49 passengers and crew.
Emergency responders faced chaotic scenes amid heavy rain and debris in the urban neighborhood.
The tragedy prompted aviation authorities to re-evaluate lightning protection standards and flight safety protocols in China.
2000
Wuhan Airlines Flight 343
Wuhan
Hanyang District
2002day.year
An earthquake measuring 6.5 Mw strikes a region of northwestern Iran killing at least 261 people and injuring 1,300 others and eventually causing widespread public anger due to the slow official response.
A magnitude 6.5 earthquake strikes northwestern Iran in 2002, killing at least 261 and injuring over 1,300 amid criticism of the slow official response.
On June 22, 2002, a powerful magnitude 6.5 earthquake jolted communities in northwestern Iran.
The tremor leveled homes and villages, resulting in at least 261 deaths and injuring 1,300 others.
Rescue efforts were hampered by damaged roads and communication breakdowns in the rugged terrain.
Local residents expressed frustration over delayed government aid and inadequate shelter provisions.
This disaster highlighted the urgent need for improved seismic preparedness and emergency response in the region.
2002
Mw
strikes
Iran
2007day.year
The small town of Elie, Manitoba is hit by Canada’s most intense tornado on record.
In 2007, the small town of Elie, Manitoba was struck by the most intense tornado in Canadian history, causing significant damage.
On June 22, 2007, a rare and powerful F5 tornado touched down near Elie, Manitoba.
The storm carved a narrow but devastating path through farmland and the outskirts of town.
Despite its intensity, the sparsely populated area saw minimal casualties, though buildings and crops suffered heavy damage.
Meteorologists studied the tornado's unique characteristics to better understand such extreme weather events in Canada.
The Elie tornado remains a benchmark for tornado severity in the country's meteorological records.
2007
Elie, Manitoba
hit by
2009day.year
A Washington D.C Metro train traveling southbound near Fort Totten station collides into another train waiting to enter the station. Nine people are killed in the collision (eight passengers and the train operator) and at least 80 others are injured.
A Washington D.C. Metro train collides with another near Fort Totten station in 2009, killing nine and injuring at least 80 passengers.
On June 22, 2009, a southbound Metro train in Washington D.C. rear-ended a stationary train near Fort Totten station.
The collision occurred as the moving train failed to slow down while entering the station track.
Nine people—including eight passengers and the train operator—lost their lives in the crash.
More than 80 riders sustained injuries ranging from minor bruises to serious trauma.
The accident spurred the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority to overhaul safety systems and protocols.
2009
Washington D.C Metro train
Fort Totten station
collides into another train
2022day.year
An earthquake occurs in eastern Afghanistan resulting in over 1,000 deaths.
A powerful earthquake strikes eastern Afghanistan in 2022, killing over 1,000 people and causing widespread devastation.
On June 22, 2022, a magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit the mountainous regions of eastern Afghanistan.
The quake collapsed thousands of homes made from mud and stone, trapping families under rubble.
Rescue efforts were hampered by poor infrastructure, extreme heat, and lack of heavy equipment.
Villagers and aid workers faced urgent shortages of water, shelter, and medical supplies.
International agencies pledged support as communities embarked on a long road to recovery.
2022
earthquake