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Environment

Large, deadly fires take their toll throughout US history

Angie Hodges searches for items in the remains of her home after it was destroyed by the Smokehouse Creek fire, which burned more than a million acres, on March 03, 2024 near Stinnett, Texas.

News

Workplace fatalities on the rise: These are the top 10 most dangerous jobs in America

Silhouetted construction workers standing on girders wait for a crane lowering cargo with sunset yellow in the background.

News

Which states have the most failing bridges?

Bus and flipped car visible on Fern Hollow Bridge collapse near Pittsburgh, PA

News

The deadliest intersections in America, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

aerial shot of intersection

News

How dangerous are multi-vehicle pile-ups?

view of cars driving on freeway in both directions in blizzard conditions

News Society

How dangerous is driving on New Year's Eve?

A group of people celebrating New Year's

Society

The deadliest and safest cities for pedestrians

Pedestrians crossing a busy intersection in a city

Health

How are children hurt at school? An analysis of emergency room admission data

A teacher helps a school-age girl who has fallen hurt herself on the playground.