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Truck Crashes Into Historic Belgian Mansion in Booischot
A truck loaded with forklifts crashed into Huis Dens, an 18th-century mansion in Booischot, Belgium. Residents were on holiday; no injuries reported.
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AccidentsUnited States
2 Dead After Explosions Rock Toledo Industrial Facility
Two workers confirmed dead after explosions and fire tore through Brent Industries in Toledo, Ohio. OSHA investigating the industrial accident.
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AccidentsInfrastructure
Truck Strikes Pedestrian Bridge in Jette, Brussels
A truck collided with the Jeanne Partousbrug pedestrian bridge in Jette, Brussels, raising concerns about missing height signage and safety.
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Accidents
Belgian Teen Girls Seriously Injured in Dutch Highway Crash
Two Belgian teenage girls were seriously injured when a car carrying seven family members flipped into a ditch on the A50 near Uden, Netherlands.
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Accidents
NY Harbor Boat Capsize Kills Mother and Infant
A boat capsized in New York Harbor near the Statue of Liberty, killing a woman and her infant. The operator faces federal charges.
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AccidentsCrime
Man on Mobility Scooter Killed by Drunk Driver in Jabbeke
A 67-year-old man on a mobility scooter was struck and killed by a drunk driver on Belgium's National Day in Jabbeke. The 27-year-old suspect was arrested.
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AccidentsSafety
Man, 61, Dies After Speed Pedelec Fall in Veldegem, Belgium
A 61-year-old man died after falling from his speed pedelec in Veldegem, Belgium, reigniting safety concerns over high-speed electric bicycles.
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Accidents
Horses Bolt in Peer Forest Walk, Injuring 15 Children
Fifteen children were injured when horses bolted during a forest walk at a riding camp in Peer, Belgium. All sustained minor injuries in the incident.
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AccidentsBelgium
Two Fatal Accidents in Belgium: Hoboken and De Haan
An 18-year-old moped rider died in a Hoboken train crash, and a 56-year-old man was killed in a De Haan hit-and-run. Police investigate.
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Accidents
Three Accidents Across Belgium: Two Critical, Cows Rescued
A pedestrian is hit by a tram in Schaerbeek, a glider pilot crashes in Geraardsbergen, and firefighters rescue two cows from a manure pit in Meise.
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AccidentsBelgium
Cyclist Killed in Mortsel, Man Dies at Antwerp Chillathlon
A cyclist died in a Mortsel truck crash and a man passed away after falling ill at the Antwerp Chillathlon, renewing calls for safety measures.
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AccidentsBelgium
Cyclist Killed in Mortsel Truck Crash Near Workplace
A 54-year-old cyclist died in a blind spot truck collision in Mortsel, Belgium. The driver was arrested; the intersection was flagged dangerous since 2016.
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AccidentsBelgium
Man Dies After Falling Ill During Antwerp Chillathlon
A 58-year-old participant died days after falling ill during the swimming segment of the first Antwerp Chillathlon. The cause remains under investigation.
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DomesticAccidents
11 Dead in Washington Chemical Tank Implosion
All 11 victims identified after a chemical tank implosion at a Washington paper mill, the state's deadliest industrial disaster since 1930.
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AccidentsUnited States
Death Toll Rises to 8 in Longview Paper Mill Disaster
Eight confirmed dead, three missing after a 900,000-gallon caustic chemical tank implodes at Nippon Dynawave paper mill in Longview, Washington.
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AccidentsUnited States
Dallas Apartment Explosion Kills 3, Including a Child
A natural gas explosion destroyed a Dallas apartment building in Oak Cliff, killing three people including a child. The NTSB is investigating.
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AccidentsUnited States
Virginia Bus Crash Kills 5, Injures 34 on Interstate 95
A bus crashed into six vehicles on I-95 in Virginia early Friday, killing five and injuring 34. The NTSB is investigating.
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SocietyAccidents
Harbin Double-Decker Bus Roof Torn Off in Overpass Collision
A double-decker bus in Harbin, China had its roof torn off after hitting an overpass, injuring 8 passengers. Police attribute the crash to driver error.
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BelgiumAccidents
Van der Valk Mourns Teen Killed in Brasschaat Car Crash
The Van der Valk hotel chain mourns 16-year-old Martin Dias, killed in a Brasschaat crash. The driver, aged 17, had no license and was speeding.
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