Historical Events tagged with "stampede"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Deadly Stampede at Mandhradevi Temple

January 25th, 2005 20 years ago

A stampede occurred at the Mandhradevi Temple in Maharashtra, resulting in at least 258 fatalities. The chaos began as thousands of devotees gathered for a festival to honor the goddess Mandhradevi. The overcrowding led to a rush towards an exit, causing people to fall and inadvertently pile up, leading to the tragic loss of life and injuries to many others. Emergency services struggled to control the situation as quick rescues were made amidst the panic.

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Religion & Philosophy

Hajj Pilgrimage Stampede Causes Casualties

February 1st, 2004 21 years ago

During the Hajj pilgrimage in Mina, Saudi Arabia, a stampede occurred resulting in 251 fatalities and 244 injuries. The incident took place as hundreds of thousands of Muslim pilgrims were participating in the rituals, specifically during the stoning of the devil. This chaotic situation arose due to overcrowding and mismanagement of the crowd, highlighting the challenges faced by authorities in managing such large gatherings. The tragic event marked one of the deadliest incidents in Hajj history.

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Deadly Stampede at Fireworks Festival

July 21st, 2001 23 years ago

A crowded pedestrian footbridge leading to JR Asagiri Station in Akashi, Hyōgo, Japan, became dangerously overcrowded as people were leaving a fireworks display. This led to a tragic domino effect where individuals fell, resulting in a mass panic. The incident ultimately caused the death of 11 people and left over 120 others injured. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, but the sheer volume of individuals on the bridge contributed to the fatalities and injuries, highlighting the need for better crowd management at large public events.

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Accra Sports Stadium Disaster Claims 129 Lives

May 9th, 2001 23 years ago

A major stampede at the Accra Sports Stadium occurred following the firing of tear gas by police, leading to tragic fatalities. The chaotic scene was ignited by a controversial referee decision during a game between two local football clubs. In the aftermath, 129 fans lost their lives as desperate individuals sought to escape the chaos. The event became a pivotal moment in Ghanaian football history, prompting discussions about crowd control and safety measures at sporting events.

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Religion & Philosophy

Stampede at Jamaraat Bridge during Hajj

March 5th, 2001 24 years ago

During the Hajj pilgrimage in Mina, Saudi Arabia, a stampede occurred at the Jamaraat Bridge, resulting in the deaths of 35 pilgrims. The incident happened while worshippers were participating in the symbolic stoning of the devil, an essential rite of the pilgrimage. Pilgrims from various countries gathered in large numbers which led to overcrowding and chaos. Emergency services were deployed to control the situation, and confusion reigned as the unfortunate incident unfolded amidst the religious festivities.

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Deadly Stampede at Shiloh Baptist Church

September 19th, 1902 122 years ago

A massive stampede occurred during a revival meeting at Shiloh Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, resulting in 115 deaths. The incident unfolded when an unexpected rush towards the exit caused panic among the attendees. With a large congregation in attendance, the chaotic scene led to numerous injuries and significant loss of life as people were trampled in the confusion. Following the event, community leaders and church officials faced intense scrutiny and urged for better crowd management measures during such gatherings.

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Fatal Stampede on the Brooklyn Bridge

May 30th, 1883 141 years ago

A crowd of over 150,000 gathered to celebrate the opening of the Brooklyn Bridge, leading to sudden panic. When a rumor of the bridge collapsing spread, people began to rush for safety. The ensuing stampede resulted in twelve deaths and many injuries, marking a tragic incident amidst the historic celebration of the bridge’s completion.

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