1972day.year
A 6.5 magnitude earthquake strikes the Nicaraguan capital of Managua killing more than 10,000.
A powerful 6.5 magnitude earthquake devastates Managua, Nicaragua, resulting in over 10,000 fatalities and widespread destruction.
On December 23, 1972, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck Managua, the capital of Nicaragua, causing widespread destruction.
More than 10,000 people lost their lives and thousands more were injured or displaced.
The quake leveled much of the city's infrastructure, leaving streets buried under rubble and buildings reduced to debris.
International aid efforts were mobilized to assist survivors and support relief operations.
The disaster prompted improvements in seismic building codes across the region.
1972
6.5 magnitude earthquake
Nicaraguan
Managua
1972day.year
The 16 survivors of the Andes flight disaster are rescued after 73 days, surviving by cannibalism.
After 73 days stranded in the Andes, 16 survivors of Flight 571 are rescued, having endured extreme conditions and resorted to cannibalism.
Seventy-three days after Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571 crashed in the Andes, 16 survivors were rescued on December 23, 1972.
Stranded at high altitude, they endured extreme cold, avalanches, and dwindling supplies.
In a desperate bid to survive, the group resorted to cannibalism, consuming the bodies of deceased passengers.
Their ordeal captured global attention and sparked debates on ethics and survival instincts.
The rescue operation highlighted human resilience and remains one of history's most remarkable survival stories.
Andes flight disaster
1978day.year
Alitalia Flight 4128 crashes into the Tyrrhenian Sea while on approach to Falcone Borsellino Airport in Palermo, Italy, killing 108.
Alitalia Flight 4128 crashes into the Tyrrhenian Sea near Palermo during its approach, resulting in 108 fatalities.
On December 23, 1978, Alitalia Flight 4128 crashed into the Tyrrhenian Sea while approaching Falcone Borsellino Airport in Palermo.
The aircraft encountered poor weather and challenges during its final approach.
All 108 passengers and crew aboard lost their lives in the accident.
Search and recovery operations were complicated by rough seas and darkness.
The disaster prompted reviews of approach procedures and improvements in aviation safety protocols.
1978
Alitalia Flight 4128
Tyrrhenian Sea
Falcone Borsellino Airport
Palermo
Italy
1984day.year
After experiencing an engine fire, Aeroflot Flight 3519 attempts to make an emergency landing at Krasnoyarsk International Airport but crashes, killing 110 of the 111 people on board.
Aeroflot Flight 3519 crashes during an emergency landing in Krasnoyarsk after an engine fire, killing 110 of 111 onboard.
On December 23, 1984, Aeroflot Flight 3519 suffered an engine fire en route to Krasnoyarsk and attempted an emergency landing.
The aircraft crashed during the landing sequence at Krasnoyarsk International Airport.
Of the 111 people on board, 110 lost their lives in the accident.
Rescue teams faced severe conditions as they reached the crash site amid winter weather.
Investigations led to recommendations for improved fire detection and emergency procedures in Soviet aviation.
1984
Aeroflot Flight 3519
Krasnoyarsk International Airport
2003day.year
An explosion at the PetroChina Chuandongbei natural gas field in Kai County, Chongqing, China, kills at least 234.
A powerful gas field explosion at PetroChina's Chuandongbei facility in Kai County kills at least 234 workers.
On December 23, 2003, a massive explosion tore through the PetroChina Chuandongbei natural gas field in Kai County, Chongqing, China.
The blast occurred during routine operations and quickly turned into a devastating fire.
At least 234 workers lost their lives, marking one of China's deadliest industrial accidents of the early 21st century.
Rescue teams and emergency services were mobilized to contain the gas leak and douse the flames.
Investigations later pointed to potential safety oversights and inadequate hazard controls at the remote field.
The incident led to nationwide reviews of gas production protocols and stricter enforcement of industrial safety standards.
2003
PetroChina
Kai County
Chongqing
2005day.year
An Antonov An-140, Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 217 from Baku, Azerbaijan, to Aktau, Kazakhstan, heading across the Caspian Sea, crashes, killing 23 people.
Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 217, an Antonov An-140, crashes into the Caspian Sea en route to Aktau, killing all 23 aboard.
On December 23, 2005, Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 217, operated by an Antonov An-140, departed Baku for Aktau over the Caspian Sea.
Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft lost contact and plunged into the sea under mysterious circumstances.
All 23 passengers and crew members were tragically lost in the crash.
Search and rescue operations faced harsh winter conditions and deep waters.
Subsequent investigations explored mechanical failure, pilot error, and maintenance issues.
The disaster prompted airlines in the region to reassess safety procedures for turboprop operations.
2005
Antonov An-140
Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 217
Baku
Azerbaijan
Aktau
Kazakhstan
Caspian Sea