December 10

On December 10, 2005, Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 overshot the runway at Port Harcourt International Airport during landing. The crash resulted in a fire that engulfed the aircraft, claiming 108 lives out of 110 onboard. Most of the passengers were Nigerian students returning home for the holidays. The accident prompted investigations into pilot training, regulatory oversight, and airline safety standards in Nigeria. Emergency response efforts faced criticism for delayed rescue operations within the burning wreckage. The tragedy remains one of Nigeria’s deadliest aviation disasters.

In December 2021, a widespread and violent tornado outbreak swept across the Central, Midwestern, and Southern United States. Over several days, dozens of tornadoes touched down, unleashing destructive winds across multiple states. Kentucky was hardest hit, with a single tornado responsible for 57 deaths and hundreds of injuries. The overall outbreak claimed 89 lives, making it one of the deadliest weather events of the year. Entire neighborhoods were leveled, and critical infrastructure was severely damaged or destroyed. Rescue teams and volunteers braved harsh winter conditions to search for survivors and provide relief. Power outages, blocked roads, and debris complicated recovery efforts for weeks. The disaster prompted calls for enhanced early warning systems and fortified shelters in tornado-prone areas.