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Child dies in London hazardous materials incident

A young child has died following a hazardous materials emergency in London, prompting a major response from multiple emergency services. The incident occurred in a residential property with a second child hospitalised.

Child dies in Newham hazardous material incident

A major emergency response unfolded in East London as a child tragically died following exposure to hazardous materials, with multiple people hospitalized and ongoing decontamination efforts.

Child dies in London hazardous materials incident

A young child has died and four adults hospitalised following a hazardous materials emergency at a South London residential property, prompting major emergency service response and investigation.

Third US freight train derailment in three months

Another dangerous freight train derailment in Montana marks the third major incident since February's Ohio disaster, raising urgent questions about US rail safety standards and emergency response protocols.

Delhi chokes under toxic smog after Diwali

The morning after Diwali celebrations, India's capital awoke to a thick layer of hazardous smog, with air quality plummeting to severe levels and visibility dramatically reduced across the city.

Chlorine gas cloud emergency in Surrey village

Residents in Oxshott, Surrey were told to stay indoors as emergency services responded to a hazardous chemical incident involving a chlorine gas cloud at a local water treatment facility.

Heathrow Hazard Alert: 20 Injured, Man Arrested

A major security incident unfolded at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 2 after a man was arrested on suspicion of carrying hazardous materials. Twenty people required medical treatment as specialist hazmat teams descended on the scene.

Heathrow Terminal Evacuated Over Hazardous Materials Scare

Heathrow Airport's Terminal 2 was evacuated following the discovery of hazardous materials, causing significant flight delays and cancellations. Emergency services rushed to the scene as passengers were cleared from the area.

Dozens of shipping containers adrift in Alaska waters

The US Coast Guard is investigating a significant maritime incident after over two dozen shipping containers were discovered adrift in the perilous waters of Alaska's Prince William Sound, sparking a major pollution and navigation hazard alert.

Townsville Crematorium Spills Human Remains Into Neighbour's Home

A Townsville family is facing a nightmare after a catastrophic failure at a neighbouring crematorium released a flood of contaminated water, containing human waste and liquefied remains, into their garden and home, sparking a major health investigation.

45,000 Sites in Wales Could Hold Toxic Waste

A groundbreaking study reveals a massive legacy pollution crisis across Wales, with tens of thousands of sites potentially holding toxic materials, prompting urgent calls for a national audit and government action.

Hazmat Alert: Chemical Scare at London Hotel

Dramatic scenes unfolded in Central London as specialist firefighters in full hazmat gear descended on a hotel following a major chemical alert. Emergency services rushed to the scene amid fears of a hazardous substance.

Venice Beach declared hazardous due to sinkholes and sewage

Exclusive: Venice Beach, California's world-famous coastline, faces emergency closure as dangerous sinkholes, raw sewage spills, and crumbling infrastructure create a severe public health hazard. Authorities warn visitors to avoid the area.

Cornwall beach named most dangerous in UK

A picturesque beach in Cornwall has been named the most dangerous in the UK and one of the riskiest in the world, according to a shocking new study. Discover why this beauty spot hides deadly perils.

Radioactive spill closes SR-16 near Gig Harbor

A major highway in Washington state was closed after a hazardous materials incident involving radioactive material. Authorities are investigating the spill near Gig Harbor.

Kerala's nurdle crisis: Tiny plastics, huge problem

Tiny plastic pellets known as nurdles are inundating Kerala's shores, crippling local fisheries and sparking environmental outrage. Discover how this microplastic menace is bypassing regulations and what activists are demanding.

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