1902day.year
A stampede at Shiloh Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, leads to the death of 115 attendees.
A fatal stampede at Shiloh Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama on September 19, 1902, kills 115 people during a Sunday service.
During a crowded Sunday service on September 19, 1902, a sudden panic triggered a stampede inside the Shiloh Baptist Church, resulting in the deaths of 115 congregants. Eyewitnesses described a rush towards the exits after a false fire alarm or structural fear, causing tragic crush injuries. Rescue efforts and medical care were overwhelmed by the scale of the catastrophe. The disaster prompted investigations into crowd safety and building codes for places of worship and public assembly. It remained one of the deadliest single-day mass casualty events in Alabama history. The tragedy highlighted the need for improved emergency protocols in community venues.
1902
stampede at Shiloh Baptist Church
1976day.year
Turkish Airlines Flight 452 hits the Taurus Mountains, outskirt of Karatepe, Turkey, killing all 154 passengers and crew.
Turkish Airlines Flight 452 crashed into the Taurus Mountains, killing all 154 aboard in a tragic controlled flight into terrain accident.
Turkish Airlines Flight 452 was scheduled to fly from Istanbul to Diyarbakır on September 19, 1976. While descending toward its destination, the Fokker F28 Fellowship jet struck the steep terrain of the Taurus Mountains near Karatepe. The accident occurred in poor visibility and rough mountainous conditions, leading to a controlled flight into terrain. All 154 passengers and crew on board were killed instantly, marking one of Turkey’s deadliest aviation disasters. Investigations pointed to navigational errors and inadequate terrain awareness systems as contributing factors. The crash prompted Turkish Airlines to review its approach procedures and invest in improved instrumentation. Memorials and commemorations honor the victims near the crash site each year. The tragedy underscored the challenges of flying in complex topographies without modern avionics.
1976
Turkish Airlines Flight 452
1985day.year
A strong earthquake kills thousands and destroys about 400 buildings in Mexico City.
A major earthquake devastated Mexico City, causing widespread destruction and claiming thousands of lives.
On September 19, 1985, a powerful 8.0 magnitude earthquake struck Mexico City.
The shallow quake caused severe damage to buildings, roads, and infrastructure across the capital.
Thousands of people lost their lives, and hundreds of thousands were left homeless.
The disaster prompted one of Mexico's largest emergency response and rebuilding efforts.
The event led to improvements in seismic monitoring, building codes, and public preparedness for future earthquakes.
1985
A strong earthquake
1989day.year
A bomb destroys UTA Flight 772 in mid-air above the Tùnùrù Desert, Niger, killing all 170 passengers and crew.
UTA Flight 772 was destroyed by a terrorist bomb over Niger, killing all 170 people on board.
On September 19, 1989, UTA Flight 772 was brought down by a bomb over the Ténéré Desert in Niger.
The Boeing 747 was en route from Brazzaville to Paris when the explosive device detonated mid-air.
All 170 passengers and crew members perished in the tragedy.
The attack was later linked to Libyan-backed terrorists, highlighting vulnerabilities in aviation security.
The disaster led to enhanced screening procedures and international efforts to prevent similar attacks.
1989
UTA Flight 772
2008day.year
A Learjet 60 carrying musicians Travis Barker and Adam "DJ AM" Goldstein crashes during a rejected takeoff from Colombia Metropolitan Airport in West Columbia, South Carolina, killing four of the six people on board. Barker and Goldstein both survive.
In 2008, a Learjet 60 carrying Travis Barker and DJ AM crashed during a rejected takeoff at Columbia Metropolitan Airport, killing four of six aboard while both musicians survived.
On September 19, 2008, a Learjet 60 transporting drummer Travis Barker and DJ AM overran the runway during a rejected takeoff at Columbia Metropolitan Airport. The aircraft struck a storm drain and burst into flames, tragically killing four of the six passengers and crew. Barker and Goldstein miraculously survived with serious injuries, highlighting their resilience. Investigations pointed to runway conditions, weight distribution, and procedural checks as critical factors. The crash remains one of the deadliest involving a business jet and prompted stricter safety protocols. Aviation authorities implemented new guidelines on rejected takeoffs, weight and balance verification, and runway inspections to prevent similar tragedies.
2008
Learjet 60
Travis Barker
Adam "DJ AM" Goldstein
crashes
rejected takeoff
Colombia Metropolitan Airport
West Columbia, South Carolina
2010day.year
The leaking oil well in the Deepwater Horizon oil spill is sealed.
In 2010, engineers successfully sealed the leaking Deepwater Horizon well, ending a catastrophic oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
After nearly three months of uncontrolled leakage and environmental destruction, a specialized containment device known as a 'static kill' was installed to seal the Deepwater Horizon well. Heavy drilling fluids and cement were pumped through a new riser to halt the daily flow of millions of barrels of crude into the Gulf. This operation marked the end of one of the worst marine oil spills in U.S. history, protecting fragile marine habitats and coastal communities. The spill had devastated fisheries, wildlife, and local economies across four states. The successful capping showcased advances in offshore drilling technology and crisis management. In its wake, the disaster drove reforms in drilling regulations, emergency response planning, and oversight to prevent future offshore catastrophes.
2010
Deepwater Horizon oil spill
2017day.year
The 2017 Puebla earthquake strikes Mexico, causing 370 deaths and over 6,000 injuries, as well as extensive damage.
The 2017 Puebla earthquake struck central Mexico on September 19, causing over 370 deaths, injuring thousands, and leaving widespread destruction.
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake rocked central Mexico on the afternoon of September 19, 2017, its epicenter near Puebla. The tremor shattered windows, buckled roads, and collapsed buildings in Puebla, Mexico City, Morelos, and surrounding states. Official reports tallied at least 370 fatalities and over 6,000 injuries, with countless homes and schools damaged or destroyed. Rescue workers, military personnel, and volunteers worked around the clock amid powerful aftershocks to find survivors beneath the rubble. The disaster prompted a massive outpouring of solidarity, as ordinary citizens donated blood, food, and manpower. It also reignited discussions on seismic building codes and the importance of emergency preparedness in earthquake-prone regions.
2017
2017 Puebla earthquake
2022day.year
A strong earthquake kills 2 and injures over 30 in Mexico's state of Michoacán.
A strong earthquake struck Michoacán, Mexico, on September 19, 2022, killing two people and injuring over thirty more.
On the anniversary of two major quakes in 1985 and 2017, a magnitude 5.6 earthquake shook the state of Michoacán on September 19, 2022. The sudden tremor damaged homes, schools, and healthcare facilities across the region. Emergency crews and volunteers worked through the night to rescue individuals trapped under debris. Official reports confirmed two fatalities and more than thirty injuries due to collapsed walls and falling objects. The event served as a stark reminder of Mexico's seismic vulnerability and the importance of stringent construction standards. Officials called for renewed public awareness campaigns on earthquake preparedness and regular safety drills.
2022
A strong earthquake
Mexico
state
Michoacán