1212day.year
The most severe of several early fires of London burns most of the city to the ground.
A catastrophic fire ravages medieval London in 1212, reducing much of the city to ashes.
On July 10, 1212, a devastating blaze erupted in the crowded streets of medieval London, fueled by timber-framed buildings and strong winds. Known as the Great Fire of 1212, it swept rapidly across the city, devastating homes, shops, and churches. Contemporary accounts describe frantic residents fleeing into the Thames to escape the flames. Though exact casualty figures remain uncertain, the toll was tragically high. In its aftermath, authorities implemented stricter fire regulations, including limits on building materials and street widths. The disaster highlighted the vulnerabilities of densely packed urban centers. Reconstruction efforts gradually replaced wood with stone and tile, shaping the future cityscape. The event remains one of the earliest recorded urban conflagrations in European history.
1212
early fires of London
1974day.year
An EgyptAir Tupolev Tu-154 stalls and crashes at Cairo International Airport, killing all six people on board.
On July 10, 1974, an EgyptAir Tupolev Tu-154 stalled shortly after an aborted takeoff and crashed at Cairo International Airport, resulting in six fatalities.
The flight crew initiated an aborted takeoff procedure, during which the aircraft stalled and veered off the runway. The Tupolev Tu-154 cartwheeled and broke apart upon impact. All five crew members and one passenger perished in the ensuing fire. Eyewitnesses reported poor weather and visibility conditions at the time of the accident. An official investigation examined pilot error, mechanical failure, and runway factors. The tragedy prompted EgyptAir and airport authorities to review emergency response protocols and safety procedures.
1974
EgyptAir Tupolev Tu-154 stalls and crashes
Cairo International Airport
1985day.year
An Aeroflot Tupolev Tu-154 stalls and crashes near Uchkuduk, Uzbekistan (then part of the Soviet Union), killing all 200 people on board in the USSR's worst-ever airline disaster.
An Aeroflot Tu-154 stalls and crashes near Uchkuduk, claiming 200 lives in the USSR's deadliest air disaster.
Flight 7425, operated by Aeroflot, encountered severe weather and possible ice accumulation.
On July 10, 1985, the aircraft stalled shortly after takeoff from Uchkuduk airfield.
All 200 passengers and crew were killed, marking the Soviet Union's worst aviation accident.
Investigators cited pilot error and inadequate de-icing procedures as contributing factors.
The tragedy led to revisions in Soviet aviation safety and de-icing protocols.
It underscored the challenges of flying in harsh regional climates.
Aeroflot Tupolev Tu-154 stalls and crashes
Uchkuduk
Uzbekistan
Soviet Union
1991day.year
A Beechcraft Model 99 crashes near Birmingham Municipal Airport (now Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport) in Birmingham, Alabama, killing 13 of the 15 people on board.
A commuter Beechcraft Model 99 crashes near Birmingham, Alabama, killing 13 people on board.
Operating a regional flight into Birmingham Municipal Airport, the Beechcraft encountered severe weather.
On July 10, 1991, the aircraft crashed during its final approach, claiming 13 of the 15 onboard.
Only two passengers survived the impact in a remote area outside the airport perimeter.
The National Transportation Safety Board investigated factors including pilot decisions and meteorological conditions.
The crash prompted stricter safety measures for commuter airlines and improved approach protocols.
It highlighted the risks of flying small aircraft in changing weather patterns.
Beechcraft Model 99 crashes
Birmingham–Shuttlesworth International Airport
Birmingham, Alabama
2006day.year
A Pakistan International Airlines Fokker F27 Friendship crashes near Multan International Airport, killing all 45 people on board.
A Pakistan International Airlines Fokker F27 crashed near Multan International Airport on July 10, 2006, killing all 45 people on board.
On July 10, 2006, a Pakistan International Airlines Fokker F27 Friendship aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Multan International Airport in poor weather conditions. The flight, carrying 45 passengers and crew, burst into flames on impact, leaving no survivors. Investigators pointed to pilot error and low visibility as contributing factors. The disaster led to scrutiny of PIA’s safety protocols and fleet maintenance standards. Families of the victims demanded accountability and improved training for flight crews. The tragedy prompted reforms in Pakistan’s civil aviation regulations and heightened awareness of operational risks. It remains one of the deadliest aviation accidents in the country’s history.
2006
Pakistan International Airlines Fokker F27 Friendship crashes
Multan International Airport
2011day.year
Russian cruise ship Bulgaria sinks in the Volga River near Syukeyevo, Tatarstan, causing 122 deaths.
The Russian cruise ship Bulgaria sank in the Volga River near Syukeyevo, resulting in 122 fatalities.
On July 10, 2011, the Russian river cruise ship Bulgaria was navigating the Volga River near Syukeyevo town in Tatarstan.\nThe vessel was carrying over 200 passengers when it suddenly capsized and sank.\nRescue efforts were hampered by strong currents and limited visibility.\nTragically, 122 people lost their lives in one of Russia's worst recent inland maritime disasters.\nInvestigations pointed to potential technical failures and possible overcrowding of the ship.\nAuthorities launched safety reviews for similar vessels operating on Russian waterways.\nThe disaster prompted renewed calls for improved regulations and better emergency response protocols.
2011
Bulgaria
Volga
Syukeyevo
Tatarstan
2018day.year
Tham Luang cave rescue: A group of Thai school children and their football coach are all rescued from a cave after being stuck there for 18 days; one Thai Navy SEAL diver dies during the rescue mission.
A Thai youth soccer team and their coach were rescued from Tham Luang cave after 18 days, in a dramatic international rescue effort.
On July 10, 2018, all twelve members of a Thai youth football team and their coach were safely extracted from Tham Luang cave.\nThe boys became trapped after heavy rains flooded the cave system on June 23.\nAn international team of divers, including Thai Navy SEALs and overseas specialists, organized the complex rescue.\nDivers navigated narrow, submerged passages to reach the group and guide them out one by one.\nThe operation drew global attention and showcased unprecedented cooperation among rescue teams.\nTragically, former Thai Navy SEAL Saman Kunan died from asphyxiation during the mission.\nThe successful rescue was hailed as a triumph of bravery, innovation, and teamwork.
2018
Tham Luang cave rescue