theseattletimes--2019-09-27--Look Ahead The hottest Seattle events for October 2019

Look Ahead: The hottest Seattle events for October 2019

From the opening of the new Burke Museum to a play about a megachurch pastor that will take place in churches around Seattle, our Seattle Times arts writers dish on next month’s most buzzworthy arts and entertainment events.  The Burke is reopening with a gorgeous new building by Tom Kundig of Olson Kundig. The new Burke inverts the typical museum layout, revealing its holdings and research rather than squirreling them away from public view. Located on a corner of the University of Washington’s campus, the Burke has a strong collection of Northwest Coast Native arts.  Grand opening weekend Oct. 12-14; 4300 15th Ave. N.E., Seattle; $22 adults, $20 seniors, $14 non-UW students and youth, free for children 3 and under, and for UW students, faculty and staff; first Thursdays free; burkemuseum.org  After molding hauntingly orchestral arrangements and delicate vocals into beautiful, porcelainlike songs on 2017’s “No Shape,” Seattle chamber-pop architect Perfume Genius (aka Mike Hadreas) is back with a collaborative new music-and-dance piece. Hadreas — who has a few moves of his own — has partnered with local choreographer Kate Wallich and her YC company for their talent-combining The Sun Still Burns Here, commissioned by Seattle Theatre Group and MASS MoCA, and making its world premiere at the Moore Theatre before runs in New York, Minneapolis and Boston.  Lucas Hnath is a brainy playwright, whose intellectual fireworks are stimulating but sometimes fail to hit anywhere below the neck. But “The Christians,” from 2014, cuts promisingly closer to his own bones — Hnath spent a good chunk of his childhood in a Florida megachurch. “The Christians” concerns a megachurch pastor who begins to question the existence of hell after seeing a nonbeliever die saving someone from a fire, and the fallout among his flock. Directed by Leah Adcock-Starr, this production will take place in churches around Seattle.  Oct. 3-26; Pony World Theatre at various churches, see website for details; tickets from $15 with pay-what-you-can the second weekend; 800-838-3006, ponyworld.org  Violinists don’t get much greater than Hadelich, a beloved and regular visitor to Seattle who won a Grammy with the Seattle Symphony and will play the iconic Brahms Concerto in these concerts. The guest conductor is Nathalie Stutzmann; she’ll also lead the orchestra in the magisterial Brahms Symphony No. 2 and shorter works of Berlioz.  One of the Seattle dance community’s treasures, Chamber Dance Company — in residence at the University of Washington — has as its mission to present, record and archive modern dance works of historical and artistic significance. The company’s fall concert has four such works: an early-career José Limón trio from 1945, “Concerto Grosso”; Talley Beatty’s 1947 solo “Mourner’s Bench,” set to the African American spiritual “There Is a Balm in Gilead”; Seattle dance legend Mark Morris’ 1982 work “Canonic 3/4 Studies,” set to ballet-studio music; and Brian Brooks’ 2012 duet “First Fall,” created for New York City Ballet ballerina Wendy Whelan.  Local author Oluo, who describes herself online as a “writer, speaker and Internet Yeller,” wrote the bestselling 2018 book “So You Want to Talk About Race.” At Town Hall, she’ll talk about race — specifically, on topics ranging from intersectionality to affirmative action to “model minorities” — in conversation with The Stranger’s associate editor Charles Mudede.  Singer/songwriter, visual artist, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, poet, National Book Award winner (2010’s “Just Kids”) — Smith’s artistic career has been long and eventful. She’ll speak about her latest memoir, “The Year of the Monkey,” about a recent year spent in solitary wandering and American dreams.  Truong’s acclaimed debut novel, “The Book of Salt,” introduced us to a cook in the home of Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Tokla; her follow-up, “Bitter in the Mouth,” took us to a small North Carolina town. Now with her latest novel, “The Sweetest Fruits,” she’s taking us to another unexpected place: the remarkable, globe-trotting life of Lafcadio Hearn, a 19th-century writer, wanderer and cookbook author.  The host of MSNBC’s “Rachel Maddow Show” — and author of the bestselling book “Drift: The Unmooring of American Military Power” — speaks about her newest book, “Blowout: Corrupted Democracy, Rogue State Russia, and the Richest, Most Destructive Industry on Earth.”  8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11; Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle; individual tickets sold out but subscriptions are available and standby tickets ($40) may be available on a limited basis (numbers handed out at box office beginning 1.5 hours before event); 206-621-2230, lectures.org  A lifelong Seattleite, award-winning author/journalist Egan is the author of nine books, including the bestselling biography “The Immortal Irishman: The Irish Revolutionary Who Became an American Hero.“ His latest, “A Pilgrimage to Eternity,” is both a history of Christianity and a very personal story of his own adventures on an ancient European pilgrimage trail, the Via Francigena.  Mary Shelley’s horror classic “Frankenstein” turned 200 years old last year — and this year it’s the inspiration for Winterson’s latest novel, “FranKissStein,” which weaves the story of Shelley’s creation together with several contemporary plotlines, including one of a transgender doctor in love with a professor/mad scientist named Victor Stein. Winterson’s previous works include her acclaimed debut, “Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit.”  Novelist/travel writer Theroux (“Ghost Train to the Eastern Star,” “The Mosquito Coast”) turns his attention to the U.S./Mexican border in his latest, timely book, “On the Plain of Snakes: A Mexican Journey,” about his drive along the entire length of the border.  The mother-daughter duo — perhaps you’ve heard of them? — come to town together with their latest joint project: “The Book of Gutsy Women: Favorite Stories of Courage and Resilience.” They’ll speak in conversation with author Laurie Frankel; no book signing.  7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18; Campion Ballroom at Seattle University, 901 12th Ave., Seattle; $40 (individual tickets sold out; visit website to be added to waitlist); eventbrite.com  Coates, author of the bestselling nonfiction books “The Beautiful Struggle,” “Between the World and Me” and “We Were Eight Years in Power,” returns to the Seattle Arts & Lectures stage with a new identity: novelist. His first book of fiction, “The Water Dancer,” tells of a young man born into slavery in Virginia who discovers that he has mysterious powers.  7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20; Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle; individual tickets sold out but subscriptions are available and standby tickets ($40) may be available on a limited basis (numbers handed out at box office beginning 1.5 hours before event); 206-621-2230, lectures.org  If you’re among the many who loved Strout’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel “Olive Kittridge,” note that the beloved title character is back: Strout’s newest book, “Olive, Again,” returns to Crosby, Maine, and the life of the flinty schoolteacher (played by Frances McDormand in the HBO series). Strout, whose last book was “Anything Is Possible” (itself a sequel to “My Name Is Lucy Barton”), will appear in conversation with University Bookstore’s Terry Tazioli.  7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28; University Book Store, 4326 University Way N.E., Seattle; $27 (includes copy of book and entry for two people); 800-335-7323, ubookstore.com  One of the all-time Seattle favorites returns to the ivories at Meany Hall, with a President’s Piano Series recital of Chopin and Brahms — catnip to keyboard fans. Ohlsson is world-renowned for his Chopin, and he’ll play the mighty Chopin Sonata No. 3 in B Minor as well as the wistful Nocturne in B-flat Minor. The Brahms segment offers two Op. 79 Rhapsodies, the Op. 116 Fantasien and the “Paganini” Variations.  7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1; Katharyn Alvord Gerlich Theater at Meany Hall, University of Washington, 4040 George Washington Lane N.E., Seattle; tickets from $51; 206-543-4880, meanycenter.org  The internationally renowned mezzo-soprano von Otter joins the very versatile keyboard artist Bezuidenhout for an evening of songs and piano pieces by a wide array of composers: Mozart, Beethoven, Adolf Fredrik Linblad, Franz Berwald and Schubert.  The superstar pianist returns to Benaroya Hall for a one-night-only concert with the Seattle Symphony, and he is featured only in one Beethoven Concerto (the lesser-heard but still eloquent No. 2). Yes, there may be some encores, and the rest of the program includes a Sibelius curtain-raiser and Mozart’s “Jupiter” Symphony, with new music director Thomas Dausgaard on the podium.  This isn’t the Disney version: Stage director Lindy Hume, inspired by Dickens, sets the Rossini classic opera “in and around a Victorian emporium,” where Cinderella (“Cenerentola”) captures the heart of the Prince-in-disguise after a great deal of folderol and many tuneful arias. Ginger Costa-Jackson and Wallis Giunta alternate in the title role, Michele Angelini and Matthew Grills portray the Prince, and Costa-Jackson’s real-life sister Miriam Costa-Jackson is one of the mean stepsisters. Gary Thor Wedow, a consummate professional, conducts.  Velocity Dance Center is known for an interdisciplinary, no-holds-barred approach to dance, and “Property of Opaqueness,” from choreographer Takahiro Yamamoto, promises to deliver a case study in this commitment to pushing the boundaries of what dance can do. Part of a larger multiyear project called Opacity of Performance, “Property of Opaqueness” joins a body of work — including art appearing simultaneously at the Henry Art Gallery — investigating the complex interaction between performer and viewer.  You only have to read Velocity Dance Center’s promo copy to get excited about Sean Dorsey Dance’s “BOYS IN TROUBLE”: “True transsexual confessions. An unabashed love letter between black queer men. A sendup of all things macho. A queer spin on butchness. Real talk about whiteness. An invitation to look deeply at shame. Giving witness to hurt and heartbreak. A road map for another way.” Sold. Critically acclaimed transgender modern choreographer Dorsey will bring “BOYS IN TROUBLE” to Velocity for just one weekend packed with work examining masculinity, queerness, race and gender.  Tickets are already on sale for the following movies:  Seeing a movie in 70mm at Cinerama is like being inside of a dream — if your dreams look like, for example, “Lawrence of Arabia,” “West Side Story,” “Roma” or “The Dark Crystal.” Those are among the 11 titles featured at the annual big-format festival; also on tap are the new “unrestored” print of “2001: A Space Odyssey,” “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” and more. All this and chocolate popcorn, too! Buy tickets early; they go fast.  Todd Phillips’ film, a “Batman” prequel starring the charismatic villain previously played by Heath Ledger (“The Dark Knight”) and Jared Leto (“Suicide Squad”), won the Golden Lion for Best Film at the Venice International Film Festival earlier this month — an award not often given to superhero movies. Joaquin Phoenix dons the jaggedy makeup to play the title role.  Now in its 24th year, this Capitol Hill tradition kicks off Oct. 10 with “Sid & Judy,” a documentary showcasing little-seen recordings and photographs of Judy Garland, narrated by Jon Hamm and Jennifer Jason Leigh. Dozens of films later, it closes on Oct. 20 with Celine Sciamma’s Cannes Film Festival prizewinner, a story of two young women in love in 18th-century France.  It’s hard to say which has generated more conversation thus far: Del Rey’s new “Norman [Expletive] Rockwell!” album or her reaction to the reaction. Specifically, Del Ray’s not-exactly-thrilled response to esteemed NPR critic Ann Powers’ meticulously nuanced and in-depth review. All told, it was a pretty boring distraction from what some are hailing as her finest record to date. Del Rey applies her refined cinematic touch to a more singer-songwriter-oriented body of work that’s lush, hazy and soft as the sandy beach from which Del Rey seems to be contemplating life and love.  The imaginative U.K. house hero, who recently dropped a three-track EP of songs written for a collaborative show with painter Anna Liber Lewis, makes a welcome Northwest cameo before heading south for L.A. underground dance fest Secret Project.  Sparked by last year’s Roger Daltrey solo run performing “Tommy” in its entirety with orchestral backing, The Who embarked on its Moving On! tour this spring, joined at each stop by a local symphony. While the British Invasion greats aren’t playing their entire rock opera, reports indicate a decent slice of the set has been carved from Daltrey and Pete Townshend’s magnum opus. Despite the name, the band isn’t billing this as a farewell voyage, although in a Rolling Stone interview earlier this year, the 75-year-old Daltrey acknowledged that he isn’t getting any younger. The Who unleashes its first new studio album in 13 years, simply titled “Who,” on Nov. 22. Former Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher, fresh off releasing his sophomore solo effort “Why Me? Why Not.,” opens.  Two years after Radiohead gave an expansive KeyArena performance, frontman Thom Yorke returns to Seattle with his Tomorrow’s Modern Boxes troupe — named for his 2014 solo album — with Radiohead’s longtime producer Nigel Godrich and audiovisual artist Tarik Barri. This summer, the indie-rock titan/electronic maestro unleashed his new “Anima” LP, which plays like a disoriented tube ride into the darkest yet most enlightened corners of your mind. An appropriately trippy short film, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, designed as a companion to the album, is streaming on Netflix.  Jonathan Safran Foer’s debut, semi-autobiographical novel — about going to Ukraine on a family-fact-finding mission to locate the woman who saved his grandfather’s life when the Nazis “liquidated” a ghetto — made him a lit star. “Everything Is Illuminated” was partly acclaimed for its deft handling of pathos and human helplessness, and partly for the linguistic comedy of Alex, an eager, sex-minded Ukrainian with an imperfect command of English. (Opening lines: “My legal name is Alexander Perchov. But all of my many friends dub me Alex, because that is a more flaccid-to-utter version of my legal name.”) This production is adapted and directed by Josh Aaseng, who’s captained quality Book-It productions.  In 2015, after 40 drafts in seven years, playwright Paula Vogel finally finished “Indecent,” her telling of the story behind the 1906 play “God of Vengeance” by Yiddish writer Sholem Asch. Asch’s controversial play was about the daughter of a brothel owner and how she fell in love with a sex worker. Vogel’s award-winning play follows “Vengeance” from its first salon reading to a 1923 Broadway production with legal rockiness and a plot-perverting translation. Directed by local great Sheila Daniels.  While working on “The Detroit Projects,” her three-play cycle about hard luck and explosive moments in late-20th-century Detroit, playwright, poet and MacArthur “Genius” fellow Dominique Morisseau turned her imagination toward a smaller, but no less fraught, situation: family. Kenyatta, a black-power leader who did time for robbing an armored truck, tries to reunite with his drug-dealing daughter, Nina, who is dating Damon, her partner in crime. The New York Times called “Sunset Baby” a “smart and bracing new play about two generations of urban outlaws struggling to stay afloat in the lower depths.” Directed by Valerie Curtis-Newton.  In the 5th Avenue Theatre’s 21st new musical production, Jane Austen enters her own novel “Pride and Prejudice,” learning to understand more about herself and the characters she’s written. This is billed as the first full-scale professional production of the show that began as part of the 5th Ave’s development program for new musicals.  Bryce Dessner: “Triptych (Eyes of One on Another)”  Thirty years after his death, the photographs of Robert Mapplethorpe remain shocking — not so much in their blazing eroticism (though there’s that), but in their incredible study of polarities, and redrawing categorical boundaries: high/low, raw/mannered, sacred/profane. This rumination on Mapplethorpe involves music by Bryce Dessner (The National), performance by vocal group Roomful of Teeth, libretto by Korde Arrington Tuttle (drawing on poetry by Essex Hemphill and Patti Smith), video design by Simon Harding and more.  Oct. 9; On the Boards and Seattle Theatre Group at the Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle; tickets from $42.50; 206-812-3284, stgpresents.org  New York-based interdisciplinary artist Knight is known for not just breaking the fourth wall, but using it as material, working with whatever and whoever is present. A 2017 Art in America profile described the effect as “intense and disarming,” playing off “the social dynamics of her audiences, amplifying the race, gender and power relationships in the room — often to absurd (even hilarious) effect.” “M_ _ _ER” concerns intimacy.  Oct. 10-13; On the Boards, 100 W. Roy St., Seattle; tickets from $10; 206-217-9886, ontheboards.org  Through Oct. 17, you can step inside an immersive system of fragmented and overlapping passages as it’s being constructed by artists/architects Jennifer Newsom and Tom Carruthers (who collaborate under the name Dream the Combine) and artist/engineer Binkley. The finished installation, which they describe as a “looping circulatory system,” will be on view until Dec. 7.  The J. Rinehart Gallery, which opened online this year, has quickly established itself in the art community by representing super talented local artists such as Jazz Brown, Shaun Kardinal and Lakshmi Muirhead. In October, owner Judith Rinehart will open a physical gallery in Pioneer Square with a group exhibition aptly titled “Introductions.”  Housewright, a new commercial gallery from designer Tim Pfeiffer and architect Steve Hoedemaker, is a homey (but very stylish) showroom in Georgetown, combining curated art exhibitions with furniture and interior objects. Its inaugural show is ambitious: a celebration of art from the legendary “Northwest School,” including ceramics, paintings and works on paper by modernist masters such as Paul Horiuchi, Mark Tobey and Margaret Tomkins.  This brand-new festival for creative glass in the Pacific Northwest, hosted by Chihuly Garden and Glass, will bring together more than 50 artists and art organizations to showcase Seattle’s world-class glass community.  Oct. 17-20 at multiple locations including open studios where you can see artists at work; prices vary; refractseattle.org  “Flesh and Blood: Italian Masterpieces from the Capodimonte Museum”  This is a very rare chance to see 40 Renaissance and Baroque works of art from a large Italian art museum. The list looks very promising, with paintings by Artemisia Gentileschi, Raphael, Titian, El Greco and more, in an exhibition that, according to SAM, embraces “the human body as a vehicle to express love and devotion, physical labor, and tragic suffering.”  Oct. 17-Jan. 26, 2020; 1300 First Ave., Seattle; $29.99 adults, $27.99 seniors, $19.99 students, free for SAM members and children 14 and under; first Thursday reduced-ticket prices; seattleartmuseum.org  Four new intriguing art installations by Gibson, Sun, Ward and Webber are coming up at Wa Na Wari, the Central District center for black artists and storytellers.


theseattletimes--2019-11-14--Books, movies and music gifts 2019: Tops finds for the A&E fans on your list

Tune in, read up and drop the needle with these movies, books and albums sure to make their Christmas or Hanukkah more entertaining. Here are our picks for the top arts and entertainment gifts for the 2019 holiday season, with a special eye toward artists with a tie to Seattle and the Pacific Northwest (denoted with an L).  “The Witches are Coming,” by Lindy West: Seattle’s feminist icon returns with this series of funny and cutting essays about politics, social movements, pop culture and more. $27 at booksellers (L)  “Turn Around Time: A Walking Poem for the Pacific Northwest” by David Guterson: Vivid, lyrical details enrich this narrative poem that celebrates time in the outdoors. From the locally based “Snow Falling on Cedars” author. $22 at booksellers (L)  “The Water Dancer,” by Ta-Nehisi Coates: Coates’ stunning fiction debut adds a layer of magical realism to a tale about the horrors of slavery. $28 at booksellers  Juniper Books Toni Morrison Portrait Set: Celebrate the late Pulitzer Prize-winning author with this beautiful new hardcover collection that includes seven books including “Beloved,” “Song of Solomon” and “The Bluest Eye.” $250 at juniperbooks.com)  “Dear Girls: Intimate Tales, Untold Secrets & Advice for Living Your Best Life,” by Ali Wong: The comedian gets personal — like, super-duper personal — in this new book of letters to her daughters that you, too, can enjoy. $27 at booksellers  “Human Canvas,” by Art Wolfe: Seattle photographer Wolfe adds paint to his portraits, making people into gorgeous, abstract landscapes to create a coffee-table book with cultural and emotional depth. $50 at booksellers (L)  “The Highwomen”: The powerful debut album from the country-music supergroup that includes Maple Valley’s Brandi Carlile is both rollicking and tear-jerking. $21 on vinyl at store.thehighwomen.com (L)  “The Center Won’t Hold,” by Sleater-Kinney: The local favorites teamed with St. Vincent to create a more streamlined sound for their always-powerful lyrics about politics, society and desire. $17 on vinyl at target.com (L)  “Thank You for Today,” by Death Cab for Cutie: Seattle’s indie-rock stalwarts are back with a rejuvenated — but still moody and soulful — sound. $19 on vinyl at store.deathcabforcutie.com (L)  Sub Pop Singles Club Vol. 5: 12 vinyl singles by artists such as Father John Misty, Ohmme and Multinational Corporation will be included in the latest edition of the local indie record label’s limited-edition series. Mailings begin in April, but if you order by Dec. 16 a membership card will arrive in time for gifting. $130 at megamart.subpop.com (L)  “Electric Ladyland: Deluxe 50th Anniversary Box Set,” by Jimi Hendrix: Seattle native and global legend Jimi Hendrix gets a new box set commemorating his 1969 masterpiece. Includes a remastered album, unreleased demos, an unreleased live concert, unpublished photos, a film with 40 minutes of unseen footage and more, on one Blu-Ray and three CDs or six LPs. $77 on vinyl at amazon.com (L)  “Abbey Road Super Deluxe Edition,” by The Beatles: This 50th anniversary set on threeCDs or LPs features a full-album remix by Giles Martin and two discs of previously unreleased outtakes and demos. $72 on vinyl at amazon.com  “1999 Super Deluxe,” by Prince. Revel in His Royal Badness with this new five-CD, one-DVD set that includes 35 unreleased tracks, unreleased live performances from Prince’s 1999 Tour, new liner notes, unseen photography, handwritten lyrics and more. $53 at amazon.com, available Nov. 29  “Toy Story 4” Blu-Ray/Digital Combo: Pixar’s latest smash brings back Woody, Bo Peep and the rest of the gang in a celebration of friendship, girl power and plastic cutlery. $18 at amazon.com  “Twin Peaks: From Z to A”: Every episode of the lauded, Pacific-Northwest-set series is included in this set, along with deleted scenes, new behind-the-scenes footage, new interviews, full-length musical performances, art cards and much more. $133 at amazon.com, available Dec. 10 (L)  “Life from Above”: Over four hours, this PBS series shows our planet in all its moving, changing, colorful glory via stunning shots from space. $30 at shop.pbs.org  “Abbott & Costello: The Complete Universal Pictures Collection”: Classic comedy fans will be rolling watching all 28 of the comedy duos movies in high-definition, including the classic “Who’s on first?” skit. Also includes bonus features and a collectible book. $125 at amazon.com, available Nov. 19  “Where’d You Go Bernadette?” Cate Blanchett plays a Seattle mom searching for creative passion in this adaptation of local author Maria Semple’s hit book. $15–$20 at amazon.com, available Nov. 26 (L)  “All About Eve The Criterion Collection”: Soak up Bette Davis in her most iconic role as Broadway legend Margo Channing. The special-edition release of the 1950 film includes a 2001 documentary about the film, a 1983 documentary about director Joseph L. Mankiewicz and an interview with costume historian Larry McQueen. $23 at amazon.com, available Nov. 26


bbc--2019-07-06--Being female and working in entertainment

Three women from different areas of the industry told the BBC about their inspiration and what they think needs to change.  This video has been optimised for mobile viewing on the BBC News app. The BBC News app is available from the Apple App Store for iPhone and Google Play Store for Android.


birminghammail--2019-10-14--'Tipton Tsunami' leaves families sitting in dark with no heating after power cut

Locals have literally been left in the dark following the 'Tipton Tsunami'.  Park Lane West was flooded after a major water main burst, pumping tonnes of water out on to the road.  One house suffered major damage with a wall collapsing - you can read more about it here.  Residents have also now been left to deal with the aftermath, with at least one family being forced to use candles as their only source of light after a power cut.  Speaking to Black Country Live, Sarah Menegatos expressed her concern for her parents and brother - who live on Sherwood Avenue and have been seriously affected by the burst water main.  The 35-year-old said: "My family have no electric and no hot water. They have an electric cooker and they can't even make a drink. My mom is freezing because they haven't got any heating.  "They've been told that the burst water main is really bad and they have no clue when it will be fixed."  Her brother Dean Ellis, who lives in the affected home, also told Black Country Live: "We are sitting here in the dark freezing without electric, but thankfully we still have a gas fire."  The 27-year-old added: "I just walked down the road and they were backing a fire truck up to the hole.  "There's a lot of workers there right now with flood lights on. Looks like it will be an all night repair but we still have no clue how long our power will be off for.  "We have a lot of old people that live around here and those are the ones I feel sorry for. They must be so scared not knowing what's going on or how long it will last."  In footage obtained by Black Country Live you can see emergency repair work going on. You can view this below:  Other locals have expressed their sympathy over comments on social media.  One person said: "Heartbreaking to lose your home like this."  Another added: "This is so sad."  A local primary school has also been affected following today's ordeal.  Tipton Green Junior School will be closed to staff and pupils tomorrow (Tuseday, October 15) as a result of the burst water main.  Keep up-to-date with all things bostin' in the Black Country on our We Love The Black Country Facebook group - where you'll get the latest news, travel, weather and events in your area.  Keep up-to-date with all things Dudley, Walsall, Sandwell and Wolverhampton on our Black Country Live Facebook page - where you'll get the latest news, travel, weather and events in your area.

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birminghammail--2019-07-03--Italy volcano eruption - Terrified tourists throw themselves into sea at least one killed

Italy volcano eruption - Terrified tourists throw themselves into sea, at least one killed

A volcano has erupted on the Mediterranean island of Stromboli, Italy, killing at least one person and injuring another.  Terrified tourists threw themselves into the sea to escape lava.  People on the beach of a neighbouring island looked on in amazement after hearing an explosion and seeing a huge cloud of ash and smoke billow from the 3,000ft summit.  At least tourist - thought to be Italian - is reported to have died as red-hot stones known as lapilli rained down from the sky.  A second person is believed to have been injured.  According to Italy's ANSA news agency, tourists leapt into the sea to avoid lava spewing from the volcano.  The eruption started fires on the western side of the small island.  National Geographic has described the volcano's explosions as being "constant but mild" since 1932. But today's huge blast was unexpected.  The president of the region of Sicily, Nello Musumeci, tweeted that action was being taken.  Fiona Carter, a British tourist on neighbouring island Panarea, about 17 miles away, heard the blast.  "We turned around to see a mushroom cloud coming from Stromboli. Everyone was in shock.  "Then red hot lava started running down the mountain towards the little village of Ginostra," she said.  "The cloud got bigger, white and grey. It enveloped Ginostra and now the cloud has covered Stromboli entirely."  Michela Favorito, who works in a hotel near Fico Grande, on the east side of the island, said: "We saw the explosion from the hotel. There was a loud roar.  "We plugged our ears and after this a cloud of ash swept over us.  "The whole sky is full of ash, a fairly large cloud."  The Foreign Office changed its travel advice for Italy, saying: "Local authorities have responded and are monitoring the situation; there are no reports of significant impact on populated areas, but local authorities are assisting those on the island who wish to leave; if you're in the area, you should follow the advice of local authorities."  Stromboli's population is around 500, with its economy based almost entirely on tourism.


chicagosuntimes--2019-12-09--5 dead, many more missing in eruption of New Zealand volcano

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A volcanic island in New Zealand erupted Monday in a tower of ash and steam while dozens of tourists were exploring the moon-like surface, killing five people and leaving many more missing.  Police said the site was still too dangerous hours later for rescuers to search for the missing.  Police Deputy Commissioner John Tims said the number of missing was in the double digits but he couldn’t confirm an exact number. He said there were fewer than 50 people on the island when it erupted and 23 had been taken off, including the five dead.  Tims said experts had told them the island remained unstable but search and rescue teams wanted to get back as quickly as they could. He said there had been no contact with any of those who were missing.  He said both New Zealanders and overseas tourists were among those who were dead, missing or injured. He said most of the 18 who survived were injured and some had suffered severe burns.  Some of those involved were tourists from the Royal Caribbean International cruise ship Ovation of the Seas.  ”A number of our guests were touring the island today,” the company said. “We will offer all possible assistance to our guests and local authorities. Please keep all those affected in your prayers.”  The cruise ship, which had left from Sydney last week, was scheduled to sail to the capital Wellington on Monday night but the company said it would instead remain in the Tauranga port overnight until it learned more on the situation.  ”My god,” wrote Michael Schade on Twitter as he posted video of the eruption. “My family and I had gotten off it 20 minutes before, were waiting at our boat about to leave when we saw it. Boat ride home tending to people our boat rescued was indescribable.”  His video showed a wall of ash and steam around the island and a helicopter badly damaged and covered in ash. He said one woman was badly injured but seemed “strong” by the end.  White Island sits about 30 miles offshore from mainland New Zealand. Already people are questioning why tourists were still able to visit the island after scientists recently noted an uptick in volcanic activity.  Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern traveled to the region late Monday. She said the incident was “very significant.”  ”All our thoughts are with those affected,” she said.  ”Australians have been caught up in this terrible event and we are working to determine their wellbeing,” Morrison wrote on Twitter.  Brad Scott, a volcanologist with research group GNS Science, said the eruption sent a plume of steam and ash about 12,000 feet into the air. He said it had also affected the whole of the White Island crater floor.  The GeoNet agency, which monitors volcanoes and earthquakes in New Zealand, raised the alert level on White Island from one to two on Nov. 18, noting an increase in the amount of sulfur dioxide gas, which originates from magma deep in the volcano. It also said at the time that over the previous weeks, the volcanic tremor had increased from weak to moderate strength.  Scott said the alert level was often raised and then later dropped again without any eruption. He said there hadn’t been any major incidents with tourists visiting the island in the past, although there had been some close calls.  Scott said it was not for him to say whether the island was safe enough to host tourists immediately before Monday’s eruption.  Ardern said the focus remained on the search and rescue mission for now and questions about whether tourists should be visiting would be addressed later.  GeoNet at first raised its alert level to four, on a scale where five represents a major eruption. It later dropped the alert level back down to three. Scott said that was because the eruption wasn’t sustained beyond the initial blast.  ”In the scheme of things, for volcanic eruptions, it is not large,” said Ken Gledhill from GeoNet. “But if you were close to that, it is not good.”  White Island is northeast of the town of Tauranga on North Island, one of New Zealand’s two main islands. Experts say it’s New Zealand’s most active cone volcano and about 70% of the volcano lies under the sea.  Twelve people were killed on the island in 1914 when it was being mined for sulfur. Part of a crater wall collapsed and a landslide destroyed the miners’ village and the mine itself.  The remains of buildings from another mining enterprise in the 1920s are now a tourist attraction, according to GeoNet. The island became a private scenic reserve in 1953, and daily tours allow more than 10,000 people to visit the volcano every year.  The island is also known by the indigenous Maori name Whakaari.


dailybeast--2019-12-09--Dozens of Tourists Visiting New Zealand Volcano Missing After Deadly Eruption

At least five people have died and more than 20 are still unaccounted for after the White Island Whakaari volcano off the coast of New Zealand erupted without warning on Monday as tourists hiked around the rim and walked inside the crater. Authorities say that between 30 and 38 of those on the island when the volcano erupted were on an adventure excursion from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship that was docked on North Island about 30 miles away.  Kevin O’Sullivan, the chief executive officer of the New Zealand Cruise Association and Royal Caribbean cruise lines confirmed that tourists from the “Ovation of the Seas” ship were involved. He said the names and nationalities of those who were on the volcano for the cruise line’s “epic adventure excursion” have been handed to New Zealand police.  About ten minutes before the volcano erupted at 2:11 p.m. local time, a crater rim webcam owned by the New Zealand Geological Hazards Agency GeoNet captured an image of a group of tourists approaching the crater. The next image shows only crumpled hardware after the camera was damaged in the eruption.  John Tims, New Zealand National Operation Commander, told a news conference on Monday that toxic gases, burning ash, and lava have made conditions unsafe for rescue crews to search for survivors on the island. The dead were among 23 people immediately evacuated after the eruption. All those rescued had burn injuries.  Authorities say around 50 people were on the tiny 1.2 mile square mile island at the time it erupted without warning.  Several tourists posted photos of the eruption on social media as they watched in horror as the volcano erupted, sending a plume of hot ash some two miles into the sky.  Michael Schade, an engineering manager from San Francisco, posted footage of the eruption from an excursion vessel he and several others were on as it sped away. “This is so hard to believe,” Schade wrote. “Our whole tour group were literally standing at the edge of the main crater not 30 minutes before.”  The active volcano encompasses all of the tiny privately-owned island about 30 miles from New Zealand’s North Island. It has been in a constant state of volcanic activity for more than 150,000 years. The last major eruption was in 2001, though the volcano has spewed spouts of dangerous steam from its vents in recent years. Despite the dangerous volcanic state, more than 10,000 adventure tourists visit the island each year, paying landing license to the island’s owners. The island also hosts a mobile research station but no residential accommodation, and tourists are warned of the potential for eruption and made to sign waivers regarding the potential danger they face on the live volcano, according to several websites offering volcano tours.  New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was heading to Whakatāne in the Bay of Plenty which is the closest safe area to the disaster zone. She told reporters that the situation was still “significant and evolving.”  “We know that there were a number of tourists on or around the island at the time, both New Zealanders and visitors from overseas,” she said. “I know there will be a huge amount of concern and anxiety for those who had loved ones on or around the island at the time. I can assure them that police are doing everything they can.”


eveningstandard--2019-07-04--Stromboli volcano eruption aposTourists missingapos after aposnuke-likeapos eruption kills

Stromboli volcano eruption: 'Tourists missing' after 'nuke-like' eruption kills hiker on Italian island

One person has died and several tourists are believed to be missing after a massive volcanic eruption on the Italian island of Stromboli.  Visitors and residents fled in terror as a huge plume of smoke filled the skies above the tiny Mediterranean island last night – sending hot magma spilling down the mountain.  Emergency services rushed to the scene as the powerful explosion ignited fires on the western side of the island.  A male hiker who was hit by a falling stone was confirmed dead by authorities, while other people were injured.  The victim was a 35-year-old man from Sicily who was hiking when the volcano erupted twice.  His Brazilian friend was discovered dehydrated and in a state of shock, the AGI news agency reported.  Around 30 holidaymakers, including a number of Brits, reportedly jumped into the sea for safety as the lava sparked fires.  Several others are believed to be missing.  Alana Elliot, 31, from east London, was sunbathing when she heard the deafening boom.  She then saw a "big mushroom cloud that looked like a nuke" and started to panic when staff on the quiet cove in Malfa started "running for their lives".  The lawyer from Bethnal Green told the Sun she and her fiance “heard a really loud boom as though thunder and lightning had struck right next to us and saw people running along the beach.”  "You can see Stromboli from the bay and there was a big mushroom cloud erupting - it looked like a nuke,” she explained.  "A barman ran down and was speaking Italian to us. We thought he was saying 'Be calm it's OK' but actually he was saying 'Get out of her - but be calm'.  "We realised it was a big deal when the locals started to freak out and were running for their lives."  Student Luca Mariani, 14, from Rome, filmed the moment the smoke cloud towered over the island-volcano.  He said: "I had never seen something like this. I didn’t know whether to be scared or excited.”  Fiona Carter, a British tourist on the island of Panarea, some 17 miles from Stromboli, also heard the eruption.  "We turned around to see a mushroom cloud coming from Stromboli. Everyone was in shock. Then red hot lava started running down the mountain towards the little village of Ginostra," she said.  "The cloud got bigger, white and grey. It enveloped Ginostra and now the cloud has covered Stromboli entirely. Several boats set off for Stromboli," she added.  Stefano Branca, an expert with the National Institute of Geophysics and Vulcanology, said there had been a "paroxysmal eruption" on the island, when high-pressure magma explodes from a shallow, underground reservoir.  "These are events of great intensity and quite rare," he told Reuters.  Stromboli is known as the "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean" and has a population of around 500.  The last major eruption was in 2002, when a blast destroyed local buildings and piers, injuring six.  Tourists often climb to the 3,000-foot summit of the volcano and peer into its crater, with small puffs of molten rock regularly blasted into the sky. It was not clear if anyone was on the crater at the time of the blast.  According to the geology.com website, Stromboli is one of the most active volcanoes on the planet and has been erupting almost continuously since 1932.  The island was the setting for a 1950 movie starring Ingrid Bergman and, with other islands in the Aeolian archipelago, has become a favourite location in recent decades for holiday homes for the rich and famous.


eveningstandard--2019-12-09--New Zealand volcano eruption news LIVE: Police say 'no signs of life' on White Island as 2

New Zealand volcano eruption news LIVE: Police say 'no signs of life' on White Island as 27 remain missing

Police can confirm five people are now confirmed to have died in the White Island volcanic eruption.  Our sincere condolences are with their family and friends.  We are continuing to work as quickly as possible, through a number of channels of information, to confirm exact numbers of those involved, including those who remain on the island.  A number of people have been injured and taken to Whakātane Hospital and Middlemore Hospital.  Both New Zealanders and overseas tourists are believed to involved.  Police is currently taking advice from GeoNet experts, who have advised that due to the current risk environment, emergency services remain unable to access the island.  We are reassessing as information and advice is received, however Police will not be in a position to access the island tonight.  The Police 105 number can be used by members of the public to submit information regarding friends or family who might have been visiting White Island during the eruption.  People can also use the online form at the Police website here.  At the request of New Zealand Police, New Zealand Red Cross has activated the Family Links website for people wanting to register themselves as safe or register an inquiry about a loved one.  If you are worried about a friend or family member following the White Island eruption, first contact them as you normally would.  If you cannot make contact, you can register them through this website.  Please note this website does not host an official list of missing persons, and information is submitted by members of the public.  A no-fly zone is in place at 5 nautical miles around White Island.  Police will continue to provide updates as information becomes available.


eveningstandard--2019-12-09--New Zealand volcano latest: Two British women among 34 injured in eruption which killed at least fiv

New Zealand volcano latest: Two British women among 34 injured in eruption which killed at least five

Two British women have been injured in the volcanic eruption in New Zealand which killed at least five people.  The UK High Commissioner to New Zealand and Samoa, Laura Clarke, confirmed that the Britons were among 31 people being treated in hospital following the incident.  White Island erupted with a large plume of ash and steam on Monday while dozens of people were exploring New Zealand's most active volcano.  The eruption killed at least five, while eight are still missing.  A total of 34 people were injured, but three have been discharged from hospital. Several of those who remain in hospital are in a critical condition.  Ms Clarke tweeted that her team were offering assistance to the family of two British women hospitalised by the eruption.  "We are supporting the family of two (GB) women who have been hospitalised in New Zealand," she tweeted.  "My team are deploying to offer assistance in person, & we remain in close contact with (NZ) authorities. We will do all we can to help any other Brits who need our help."  Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday morning local time , Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said that New Zealanders, as well as tourists from the UK, US, Australia, China and Malaysia, are among the "missing and injured".  She said: "To those who have lost or are missing family and friends, we share in your unfathomable grief at this moment in time and in your sorrow.  "Your loved ones stood alongside Kiwis who are hosting you here and we grieve with you and we grieve with them.".  When asked if there was any chance any of the missing people survived, Superintendent Bruce Bird, the acting assistant commissioner for Districts, said: "The pilot went out there and spent about 45 minutes and has provided a pretty good indication that we do not believe anyone else has survived the explosion."  White Island erupted with a large plume of ash and steam on Monday while dozens of people were exploring New Zealand's most active volcano  Rescue teams were unable to access the island on foot due to unstable conditions hours after the eruption, which occurred shortly after 2pm local time on Monday.  The New Zealand Red Cross activated the missing list to allow people to self-register as safe and well, or to register details of a person they have lost contact with. Information on the list is submitted by members of public.  The list shows up to five people with a UK birthplace still unaccounted for.  Prime Minister Boris Johnson tweeted earlier: "Devastating scenes in New Zealand. I've been in contact with Prime Minister @jacindaardern to express our deepest sympathies.  "There are many people still feared missing, and my heart goes out to all those affected and their families."  White Island is in the Bay of Plenty , near the town of Tauranga on North Island.  The active volcano is a tourist hotspot but has erupted several times before, most recently in 2016 and during the 2012/13 period.  A spokesman for the UK's Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) said they are seeking further information  New: Daily podcast from the Evening Standard  Subscribe to The Leader on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or your chosen podcast provider. New episodes every weekday from 4pm.


eveningstandard--2019-12-10--Horrific burns of tourists who ran in to sea to flee scalding steam and ash during New Zealand volca

Horrific burns of tourists who ran in to sea to flee scalding steam and ash during New Zealand volcano eruption

Terrifying accounts of badly injured tourists running into the sea to escape the White Island volcano explosion emerged today as the official death toll was raised to six.  Police confirmed the latest casualty had died in hospital, where more than two dozen others were being treated for severe burns following yesterday’s blast. Eight were missing feared dead.  Of the 31 injured, at least 27 suffered greater than 71 per cent body surface burns and some could die, Dr Peter Watson, the government’s chief medical officer said.  The ages of the injured range from 13 to 72. Two of them were British women and some were said to have up to 90 per cent burns.  It came as dramatic accounts emerged of the moments immediately after the eruption in the Bay of Plenty, North Island. Onlookers told how tourists ran into the sea to escape the scalding steam and ash, only to emerge covered in burns.  Geoff Hopkins was in a boat after visiting the island with his daughter. He told the New Zealand Herald as injured people were transported onto their boat screaming in pain, he and daughter Lillani poured fresh water on to them and cut them out of their clothes.  He said they were “horrifically” burned on their exposed skin and faces, and even under their clothes, adding: “I’ve never seen blisters like that.”  Desperate relatives were today continuing to wait for information about missing loved ones with the authorities deciding it remained too dangerous for crews to land on the island.  Experts said there was a 50 per cent chance of another small eruption within a day.  Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said 11 Australians were unaccounted for, with 13 in hospital. Three were suspected to be among the initial five confirmed dead, he told reporters in Sydney.  The first confirmed victim of the disaster was experienced tour guide Hayden Marshall-Inman, described as young and energetic with the “kindest heart”. Another tour guide, Tipene Maangi, 23, has not been heard from.  An American couple on honeymoon were among those seriously hurt. Matthew and Lauren Urey were on a day trip from the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Ovation.  Mr Urey, 36, was airlifted to a hospital in Christchurch with burns over 80 per cent of his body, while his wife, 32, underwent surgery suffering 20 per cent burns.  Brisbane mother and daughter Julie and Jessica Richard, aged 47 and 20, were among the missing. Family of four Anthony, Kristine, Jesse, 19, and Winona Langford, 17, have also not been heard from.  New: Daily podcast from the Evening Standard  Subscribe to The Leader on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Acast or your chosen podcast provider. New episodes every weekday from 4pm.


eveningstandard--2019-12-26--Two injured and others feared buried as massive avalanche hits Swiss ski resort

Two people have been injured after an avalanche swept across a ski trail in Switzerland.  An extensive search operation was launched when witnesses said others could be buried under the snow near the Swiss town of Andermatt.  The avalanche happened just before 11am on slope number 30 in the Oberalppass area, according to witnesses.  Alpine Rescue Switzerland, Swiss Air Ambulance and the state police are involved in the ongoing rescue operation.  A police spokesman said the avalanche was of a considerable size but no more victims have been found.  British ski instructor Jamie Stevens said he had just skied down slope number 30 when the torrent of snow tumbled onto the piste.  "It happened at a really busy time in the morning so there were lots of people on that slope - it could have been 100 people or ten people. It's hard to know," he said.  "There seemed to be quite a lot of people searching on the piste and they were digging for at least two or three people."  Since skiers would unlikely be wearing avalanche gear and beacons on the slopes, people were "digging and searching randomly," Mr Stevens added.  "No one knows what is going on but when I was there, we had just skied down to the bottom when the avalanche happened.  "We were literally on that piste two minutes earlier so we missed it by the skin of our teeth."  Heavy snow in recent days had seen the avalanche danger raised to level three, meaning significant danger.  The two people who were slightly injured were flown to a hospital by the Alpine rescue service.  Four others were either rescued or removed themselves from the snow and were unhurt.  Police and rescuers searched the snowslide after witnesses said more people might be buried but the operation ended with officers saying there were no more victims.  The Austrian ski resort of Ankogel also experienced three avalanches mid-morning on Boxing Day but police are yet to report any casualties.  One of the avalanches happened outside the secured ski area, burying two free riders who were able to free themselves, according to Austrian police.  Another large avalanche that came down directly on the slope may have buried more people, with more than 60 rescue workers, helicopters and dogs searching, they added.  Police said it was too early to say anything regarding any potential deaths.


eveningstandard--2019-12-29--Skier in Italian Alps becomes fourth killed by avalanches in 24 hours

A person skiing in the Italian Alps has become the fourth person to be killed by avalanches in 24 hours.  Local media said the person was among four struck by the avalanche near a mountain refuge in the Dolomite Mountains on Sunday.  On Saturday, an avalanche crashed into a group of skiers from Germany in the Sanales valley of Bolzano province.  The avalanche killed two seven-year-old girls and the mother of one of them.  Prosecutors say they are investigating whether that slope should have been closed to the public that day, given a high risk of avalanches.  Strong winds have raised the danger of avalanches in Italian Alpine ski areas, which are crowded with holidaymakers.


npr--2019-04-19--3 Top Climbers Presumed Dead After Avalanche In Canada

Three of the world's most elite climbers are missing and presumed dead by park officials after an avalanche in Alberta, Canada.  Jess Roskelley, a U.S. citizen, and David Lama and Hansjörg Auer, who are both Austrian, had been attempting to climb the east face of Howse Peak in Banff National Park. They were reported overdue on Wednesday, according to the park.  "Based on an assessment of the scene, all three members of the party are presumed to be deceased," the park said.  A statement from Parks Canada said that responders "observed signs of multiple avalanches and debris containing climbing equipment."  "Search and recovery efforts are not currently possible due to weather and dangerous avalanche conditions," it said. The avalanche hazard is expected to continue, Parks Canada said, because of more strong winds and precipitation.  Washington native Roskelley, 36, was the youngest American to summit Mount Everest. He accomplished the feat when he was 20 with his father. John, who is also a well-known climber.  Jess Roskelley has been called "one of America's boldest alpinists," Men's Journal wrote. The Spokesman-Review said he made first ascents in Alaska and in northeast Pakistan.  "It's how he lived, really. He took life by the horns," his father told the newspaper. "When you're climbing mountains, danger is not too far away. It's terrible for my wife and I. But it's even worse for his wife."  David Lama, the 28-year-old son of a Nepali mountain guide and an Austrian nurse, made waves early in his career. According to the trio's sponsor, The North Face, "at age 12, David became the youngest climber in the history of the sport to complete an 8b+," an extremely difficult rock climbing grade.  Lama made the first free ascent of the southeast ridge of Cerro Torre in Patagonia, which was documented in a film called Cerro Torre: A Snowball's Chance in Hell.  Auer, 35, who grew up in the mountains of Austria, was known as "one of the world's top solo climbers," as Outside reported. In 2007, he famously free-soloed "The Fish," a legendary route on the south face of Italy's Marmolada.  "All three of them, they had in common this similar goal of going and doing remote climbs on big mountains in a very pure, alpine way," Gripped magazine Editor-in-Chief Brandon Pullan told CBC. The difficult route that the group was on had only been climbed once, according to the broadcaster.  Parks Canada described the route as a "remote and an exceptionally difficult objective, with mixed rock and ice routes requiring advanced alpine mountaineering skills."  The Howse Peak area has been closed to all traffic and travel until further notice. The area generally sees "few travelers," according to the park service, and was used by the First Nations "as a route through the mountains to bison."


rferl--2019-01-18--Avalanches Claim Five Lives In Tajikistan

DUSHANBE -- At least five people have been killed in snow avalanches in Tajikistan this week, officials said.  Emergencies Committee spokeswoman Umeda Yusufova told RFE/RL that a large snow avalanche killed 64-year-old Azkrizobek Muzofirshoev and his 41-year-old son, Maftulbek Muzofirbekov, in the Ishkoshim district of the Gorno-Badakhshan region, on January 17.  One more person was hospitalized with serious injuries, Yusufova added.  According to Yusufova, three others were killed in avalanches in the region earlier this week, with two more reported missing.  Authorities said all major roads and highways in the mountainous region remain closed after more than two dozen avalanches in the area since January 14.  Elsewhere, officials said heavy snow triggered eleven avalanches in the northern Sughd region, with no casualties reported.  Mountains cover 93 percent of the Central Asian nation, and avalanches and mudslides kill dozens of people every year.


sottnet--2019-01-18--Avalanche in India kills 5 another 5 missing

Avalanche in India kills 5, another 5 missing

At least five people died while five others are trapped after an avalanche hit Khardunga La in Ladakh on Friday, 18 January.According to the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), the vehicle they were travelling in was hit by an avalanche at 7 am. Rescue operations are currently underway with the police, army and the SDRF trying to rescue the trapped people.However, it has not yet been established whether the persons in the truck were civilians or security force personnel.


sottnet--2019-02-04--Ten people killed as series of avalanches hit the Alps

Ten people were killed in a series of avalanches in the Alps over the weekend, emergency services and media reported.The heaviest toll was in Italy's northwestern Aosta Valley, with five people killed and one missing from three different avalanches.A search was launched above the resort of Courmayeur in the Aosta Valley for two French and two British nationals who failed to return to their hotel after skiing off-piste.The search was abandoned overnight last night and three bodies were found on this morning.An avalanche in Italy's Bolzano, near the Austrian border, killed an 18-year-old skier and another avalanche in neighbouring Lombardy killed a snowboarder.An avalanche in France's Savoie region killed an off-piste skier on Saturday.In Switzerland, an avalanche on Saturday swept away a man and a woman in the canton of Bern.The man was killed and the woman recovering in hospital.In Austria, an avalanche hit two men aged 30 and 52, in Carinthia, killing the older man and leaving the other one unscathed.In the Tyrol region, 10 skiers aged 17 to 59 were rescued after being hit by an avalanche.


sottnet--2019-02-08--Avalanches landslides kill 11 people in Himalayan Kashmir

Avalanches, landslides kill 11 people in Himalayan Kashmir

Heavy snow caused avalanches and landslides that killed 11 people and trapped another in the Himalayan region of Kashmir, officials said Friday.Rescuers cut through mounds of snow to reach 11 people — seven policemen, two firefighters and two prisoners — who were trapped in a fire station in the southern Banihal area overnight, said top police officer S.P. Pani.Pani said the policemen had taken shelter in the fire station because it had not been damaged by past avalanches in the mountainous area, where landslides are common.Dozens were evacuated from high-risk areas following heavy snows that disrupted power and communications as well as air traffic in the Indian-controlled portion of Kashmir, while cutting off the Kashmir Valley from India. Authorities issued a high-danger avalanche warning in many parts of the region.Rescuers took about a week to retrieve the bodies.Avalanches also have caused some of the heaviest tolls for the Indian and Pakistani armies camped near the de facto frontier dividing their territories.Kashmir is divided between India and Pakistan and is claimed by both in its entirety.Source: The Associated Press


sottnet--2019-02-18--Colorado avalanche kills 2 backcountry skiers in area called Death Pass

Colorado avalanche kills 2 backcountry skiers in area called 'Death Pass'

Two backcountry skiers were killed over the weekend in an avalanche in an area of Colorado known as "Death Pass," officials said.Crested Butte Search and Rescue said in a Facebook post the two backcountry skiers were reported missing on Saturday night near the town of Crested Butte, and tracks were discovered leading into a fresh avalanche field near the area known as "Death Pass.""No tracks exiting the slide were found and faint beacon signals were located in the slide area," the group said A search and rescue group determined shortly after midnight that conditions were too dangerous, and the search was called off for the night, according to the Colorado Avalanche Information Center. On Sunday, a team of six Crested Butte Search and Rescue members found the men's bodies."Our deepest condolences go out to the families and friends of the people involved," the agency said The Mt. Crested Butte Police Department identified the men to the Aspen Times as 27-year-old Owen Green, of Aspen, and 37-year-old Michael Goerne.Green had lived in Aspen since 2015, and Goerne was the founder and longtime coach of the Aspen High School lacrosse team, The Aspen Daily News reported "It is a huge loss for our school, for our lacrosse team, for really the community, and not just Aspen, but the whole Roaring Fork Valley," Aspen High School athletic director Martha Richards told the Aspen Times. "Mike and Owen both touched so many kids."Green's girlfriend, Kali Kopf, told the newspaper he was the "most kind-hearted person," and always up for outdoor adventures."He made an impact on every person he crossed paths with," Kopf told the Aspen Times. "He made me a better person every day and the four-plus years I spent with Owen were the best of my life."In the past decade, the agency has said thatThe Associated Press contributed to this report.


sottnet--2019-03-12--3 climbers killed due to avalanche on Ben Nevis in Scotland

Three climbers have been killed in an avalanche on Ben Nevis today, following hazardous warnings not to try and ascend the mountain.The incident, which injured one other person, occurred at 11.50am yesterday in gully number five located on the mountain's north-eastern aspect.At 6pm on Tuesday evening, the Scottish Avalanche Information Service released a hazardous forecast for the north-eastern aspect of Ben Nevis, classing the avalanche risk as "high".He said: "One of the climbers died pretty instantaneously, the other had CPR for half an hour but sadly did not respond and the other died while being taken down the mountain."The fourth - they were all young men - was in a serious condition and stretchered half way down the mountain to a helicopter that took him to hospital in Glasgow."We did all we possibly good - we had every available person we could get hold of. There were four stretcher parties. We carried the bodies all the way down. It is a terrible tragedy. They just got wiped out by the avalanche."It was brutal conditions."A local Fort William resident who lives at the foot of Ben Nevis said he saw a group of four Swiss men trying to access Ben Nevis, despite warning them of the poor weather conditions.He said: "The forecasts given on TV and online for yesterday's weather clearly stated extreme weather for Ben Nevis and Fort William - gale force wind strengths, heavy rain and sleet with snow at altitude."Nobody should have been on Ben Nevis today and anyone who was has paid the ultimate price."Mountain rescue teams were still removing the dead and injured - one who is believed to have life threatening conditions - off the mountain late yesterday afternoon, in an operation that was expected to take some time.


sottnet--2019-05-08--Avalanche kills 7 climbers in Altai Mountains Mongolia

Avalanche kills 7 climbers in Altai Mountains,  Mongolia

A group of nine tourists - some reportedly from Siberia's largest university - hit by tragedy on the South Chuya mountain ridge.The group was struck by an avalanche two days ago, 11 am on 6 May, but the two female survivors did not have the means to report the tragic accident.The news only broke when the two young women met another group of mountain climbers who contacted local rescuers.The climbers, some of them postgraduate students from the Novosibirsk State University - left a village of Kosh Agach on 1 May, aiming to spend two weeks in the wild.The tourists were registered with the local Ministry of Emergencies as 'Group 37'.Eight rescuers are flying to the avalanche site now.The search for the other climbers will begin as soon as the helicopter reaches the avalanche site.A man from Novosibirsk called Ilya heard about the tragedy from his wife who is currently in the mountains.'A group from the Novosibirsk State University went to the mountains, my wife met the two survivors,' he said.'It took the girls two days to find another group of tourists.'They are in the state of absolute shock.'They were crying non-stop as they were searching for help.'The two survivors were identified as Natalya Antonova and Ekaterina Polyanskaya.The group was led by Nikolay Simonov, a highly experienced mountain climber from Novosibirsk who has walked the Altai Mountains for years.The head of the group was named as Nikolay Simonov.The group members hit by the avalanche were named as:


sottnet--2019-11-18--Avalanche kills at least 6 in Ladakh, India

At least four army personnel and two civilians have been killed after being buried under the snow following an avalanche at the Siachen Glacier on Monday.The initial reports said that at least eight army jawans were buried under the snow as the avalanche hit the army post at Siachen glacier in Ladakh. The avalanche hit the Army position in the northern glacier at around 3:30 pm on Monday. The Army troops immediately launched the rescue and recovery operations."Despite best efforts, six casualties, which include four soldiers and two civilian porters succumbed to extreme hypothermia," it said.The avalanche had taken place in the Northern Glacier where the altitude is around 19,000 feet and above.In February this year, 10 Army jawans got trapped under 35 feet of snow after a wall of ice came crashing down on them at the Siachen Glacier.A team of 150 Army men, including a group specialised in glaciated terrain, rushed to the site for an around-the-clock rescue operation.After hours of the excruciating rescue operation in the extreme weather, the rescue team found Lance Naik Hanumanthappa Koppad. He was buried under a thick bed of ice at 19,500 feet at the Siachen Glacier.However, the sole Siachen survivor died three days after being rescued from Siachen Glacier.


sputnik--2019-01-13--Avalanche Kills at Least 3 German Skiers in Austrian Alps - Reports

The bodies of the three men – aged 32, 36, and 57 – were found on Saturday night on a closed piste near the Lech ski resort, the newspaper Merkursaid.  Record snowfall has been reported in the Alps for over a week. On the German side, an avalanche cut off the municipality of Balderschwang, stranding some 2,000 residents and tourists.  Bavarian police said Sunday that the Riedberg mountain pass had been closed after an avalanche warning. Power lines were not damaged, the paper said, adding the trapped people had enough supplies.


tass--2019-05-08--Seven tourists die in avalanche in Altai mountains

MOSCOW, May 8. /TASS/. /TASS/. A tourist group consisting of nine people got into an avalanche in the Altai mountains on May 6, seven people died, while two tourists survived, the press service of the Russian Emergencies Ministry informed TASS on Wednesday.  "On May 6, an avalanche went down in the South Chuya Range area. Seven people died, two surviving members of the group got to the village of Kosh-Agach today. They were unable to report the accident earlier, as there was no connection there [in the mountains]. A helicopter carrying rescuers from Gorno-Altaisk is leaving for the scene to conduct a search operation and recover tourists from the avalanche at 14:00 (10:00 Moscow time)," the press service said.  Meanwhile, a law enforcement source told TASS that Nikolai Simonov, head of the tourist club at Novosibirsk State University, was among those who died in the avalanche accident. According to the source, the expedition was unrelated to the academic activity.  In other media


thedailymirror--2019-03-01--British man 61 dies in avalanche in French Alps while on ski tour

British man, 61, dies in avalanche in French Alps while on ski tour

A British tourist has died in an avalanche in the French Alps .  The 61-year-old was skiing in a group with two guides today near Alpe D'Huez, a popular resort in France.  But a huge slab of snow broke off the mountain 100 metres above the group and smashed into the victim and pals.  The man, from Jersey, died at the scene while one of his friends and a guide were treated in hospital for injuries.  The avalanche risk in the area had been classed as “low" - one on a scale of one-to-five.  Raphaël Balland, public prosecutor who has opened an investigation into the tragedy, said: "The avalanche occurred at 2000 meters altitude, in the town of Monêtier-les-Bains, on a usual ski touring route leading to Roche Bernard Ridge."  The group consisted of the man and six friends.  The skis’ bindings, which allow the ski tourer to free their heels, and special skins on the underside of the skis enable the ski tourer to hike up a mountain.  It's the latest in a string of Brits to have died in avalanches across the Alps after heavy snowfall this season.  One young Brit died after a similar disaster in Courmayeur, Valle d'Aosta in Italy, in early February .  And in Meribel, France, a Brit plunged from a chairlift in a horrific tragedy.  The 65-year-old man tumbled 32 feet to his death in January.


thedailymirror--2019-04-11--Royal Birkdale plane crash Person dies in tragedy at famous golf course

Royal Birkdale plane crash: Person dies in tragedy at famous golf course

A person has died after a microlight plane crashed into the famous Royal Birkdale Golf Club.  Emergency services rushed to the course, which held the 2017 Open Championships, at around 7pm.  The aircraft is believed to have hit the ground before bursting into flames. It is not clear how many people were on board.  Merseyside Police said in a statement: "A person was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.  "We are still establishing the facts and the identity of the person and enquiries are ongoing."  The force had previously indicated that there were a number of road closures in place.  The incident was also attended by firefighters and paramedics.  Merseyside Fire and Rescue said on Twitter: "Our crews are currently in attendance at an ongoing incident in the Southport area, along with police colleagues and North West Ambulance Service."


thedailymirror--2019-05-28--Gabriel Diniz dead at 28 Latin pop star dies in horror plane crash

Gabriel Diniz dead at 28: Latin pop star dies in horror plane crash

Latin pop star Gabriel Diniz has died in a plane crash at the age of 28.  According to local media, Diniz had jetted off from Sergipe, Brazil to celebrate his girlfriend Karoline Calheiros's birthday when the plane went down.  Diniz was killed in the crash along with two other people.  The singer had made three studio albums and was nationally known for his hit song 'Jenifer' which topped the charts.  Confirming the tragic news, Diniz's management team said in a statement: “It is with a lot of pain that we confirm the death of Gabriel Diniz and the plane’s crew.”  Diniz was a close friend of Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino, who paid tribute following the shock news.  Firmino shared a message of condolence on his Instagram page alongside a video of Diniz singing at his wedding in 2017.  The Reds' forward wrote: "There are things that are hard to believe, the sheet doesn't fall.  "The message of love and joy you left here on earth was amazing. Thankful I could have met you rest in peace."  Firmino's wife, Larissa, also shared a touching tribute, writing: "Earlier today I searched for a photo to post and gave up only I wouldn't imagine later this photo was left for me to post."  Larissa continued: "He participated in the happiest day of my life, he was there giving the best of you, everyone knows that of my words he was praised the most.  "You know that energy that infects, that light that comes from inside? There are few words to try to explain."  Brazilian footballer Lucas Levia also shared: "What a tragedy man!! May God have him. Rest in peace!!!"  We'll be bringing you the latest updates on this breaking celebrity news story.    For the latest news and breaking news visit Mirror.co.uk/3am .     Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you.    Follow us on Twitter @DailyMirror - the official Daily Mirror & Mirror Online Twitter account - real news in real time.    We're also on Facebook /dailymirror - your news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the Daily Mirror, Sunday Mirror and Mirror Online.


thetelegraph--2019-02-04--Five people die after small plane crashes into home in Southern California

Five people died and two others were injured after a small plane apparently came apart, raining debris across a Southern California neighborhood and igniting a house fire before landing in a backyard, authorities said on Sunday.  The male pilot, who was the only person in the twin-engine plane, and four people in the Yorba Linda house that caught fire died Sunday, Orange County Sheriff's Lt. Cory Martino said at a news conference Sunday night. He says the deceased occupants of the home were two males and two females. No other identifying information such as names or ages was immediately released.  The Cessna 414A took off from the Fullerton Municipal Airport about a dozen miles west of the blaze, Federal Aviation Administration spokesman Allen Kenitzer said.  A two-story house burst into flames after being struck by the main cabin and one engine of the plane, sending panicked neighbors into the streets. The second engine dislodged and fell onto the street, creating a large hole in the asphalt, according to Eliott Simpson, an aviation accident investigator with the National Transportation Safety Board.  “It was a boom. It sounded like something exploded. It shook our house,” said John Wolbart, who lives a block away.


abcnews--2019-10-31--Officials: 2 North Carolina men died in Georgia plane crash

The victims of Wednesday's plane crash in suburban Atlanta have been identified as two North Carolina men.  DeKalb County officials on Thursday said 59-year-old Leslie Csanyi and 60-year-old Scott Robert Lowrie both lived in Salisbury, North Carolina, the plane's intended destination.  The two were aboard a Piper PA-28 plane that crashed shortly after taking off from DeKalb-Peachtree Airport .  Federal Aviation Administration records show Csanyi had a commercial pilot's license. North Carolina public records show Csanyi was the president of LGC Consulting, which served manufacturers.  The plane crashed into a townhome complex, damaging a unit where no one was home.  A large section of wall and part of the roof was knocked out of a building. DeKalb County Fire Marshal Joe Cox declared six units unsafe.


newyorkpost--2019-05-21--Pilot passenger die in small plane crash in Alaska

Pilot, passenger die in small plane crash in Alaska

KETCHIKAN, Alaska — Authorities say a pilot and a single passenger have died after a small plane crashed Monday near Ketchikan.  Ketchikan Gateway Borough spokeswoman Deanna Thomas says in a release that the Taquan Air operated Beaver floatplane crashed in Metlakatla Harbor around 4 p.m. No one besides the deceased was on board the aircraft.  Thomas says the names of the deceased won’t be released until their families have been notified.  She says the circumstances of the crash are not being released at this time.  Good Samaritans are towing the Beaver to the beach until it can be secured.  The accident comes a week after a Taquan Air Beaver floatplane collided with another floatplane in Ketchikan, which is about 14 miles (23 kilometers) from Metlakatla Harbor, leaving six people dead.


sottnet--2019-02-24--Pilot dies family avoids disaster as plane crashes into home in Florida

Pilot dies, family avoids disaster as plane crashes into home in Florida

A nightmare came true for one family in Florida when a plane fell from the sky and crashed through the roof of a home."It was the day of miracles," said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd during a press conference, referring to the fact that everyone inside the house survived.The twin-engine aircraft fell into the house in Winter Haven, Florida, at around 1 p.m. while its pilot, James Wagner, 64, and his trainee, Timothy Sheehy, wereJudd said.The accident happened a short time after takeoff. Wagner died in the crash.It's unclear if the pair were actually simulating an engine failure at the time of the crash as well as who was piloting the aircraft, Judd said, adding that, regardless, the aircraft lost power and fell.Their mother was taking a shower when the plane dropped from the sky.Authorities arrived on the scene within five minutes of receiving the call about the crash. Firefighters, the first on the scene, arrived to find Sheehy wandering around the area after walking out of the crash, Judd said.Ngalamulume and Sheehy, 33, both suffered minor injuries."As tragic as it was for Mr. Wagner, it could have been much worse," said Judd.The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board will be investigating and determining a probable cause for the incident, according to an FAA spokesman.


telesurtv--2019-06-22--US 11 Die in Hawaii Plane Crash

US: 11 Die in Hawaii Plane Crash

A small plane crashed in Hawaii and erupted into flames, killing all 11 people aboard Friday night, say authorities. The passengers were on a skydiving excursion.  > _**RELATED:   >  [At Least Two Migrants Die, 25 Missing in Boat Crash off Libya](https://www.telesurenglish.net/news/At-Least-Two-Migrants-Die-25 -Missing-in-Boat-Crash-off-Libya-20190602-0013.html)**_  The Beechcraft BE65 twin-engine plane crashed during takeoff Friday from the Dillingham Airfield on Oahu island, the Federal Aviation Administration told CNN.  The cause of the wreck is still unknown. The plane crashed into a fence near the runway, Honolulu Fire Department Chief Manuel P. Neves told reporters. It went immediately into flames, Neves said.  The names of the victims have not been released.  "I am closely following the tragic developments out of Dillingham Airfield this evening," Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell tweeted. "At this time our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the victims."  The state leases 272 acres of the 650-acre Dillingham Military Reservation and operates the single 5,000-foot runway primarily for commercial glider and skydiving operations.  This was Hawaii's deadliest civil aviation crash in nearly 20 years when in September 1999, 10 people were killed during a flight, according to NTSB. That plane crashed along the slopes of the Mauna Loa volcano.


thedailybeast--2019-05-06--A Kind Soul New Mexico Fishing Guide Died in Moscow Plane Crash That Killed 41

‘A Kind Soul’: New Mexico Fishing Guide Died in Moscow Plane Crash That Killed 41

Jeremy Brooks, a 22-year-old fishing guide from Santa Fe, New Mexico, had recently scored a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity: a job at a Russian fishing lodge.  Brooks, who picked up his first fly-fishing rod when he was just 7 years old, prepared diligently for the coveted position. He spent a month in Washington State learning to cast with a new rod he bought specifically for the job, his best friend, Marco Rossetti, told the Santa Fe New Mexican.  But soon after arriving in Russia, Brooks’ dreams were cut short: On Monday, family and friends identified him as the sole American who died when a Russian plane crashed and burned on a Moscow runway Sunday evening.  “He was always so positive, just a kind soul,” his friend and former boss, Ivan Valdez, said, according to the New Mexican. “He had a kindness about him that just everyone was attached to and loved.”  Valdez, who hired Brooks to work at his fly-fishing shop and guide service when he was just 16, added: “He’s like a son to me. I can’t believe he’s gone. He’s the best person you could ever meet.”  Brooks had just graduated from Colorado College with a major in environmental studies, the New Mexican reports. Local ABC affiliate KOAT7 added that he was “well-known” as a fishing guide in Tesuque, where he lived.  Valdez, whom Brooks’ family reportedly asked to handle media inquiries, said that the U.S. Embassy has confirmed Brooks’ death.  Rossetti, told the New Mexican that Brooks was traveling to Russia to work at “the most prestigious fly-fishing lodge in the world.”  “It costs about $15,000 for a week of fishing, and to get the position that he got is unheard of,” Rossetti said. “That’s not an easy job to get. I think there’s only two or three Americans who have ever guided there.”  The Aeroflot plane carrying Brooks, which was traveling from Moscow to the northern city of Murmansk, quickly doubled back toward Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport after taking off, according to flight-tracking data.  Video shows the Russian-made Sukhoi Superjet S100 trying and failing to land smoothly on the tarmac. After striking the runway and bouncing back up a few times, the plane crashed down, engulfing the rear half in flames. As the burning plane skidded across the runway, black columns of smoke floated to the sky.  Once the plane stopped, passengers could be seen escaping on the plane’s inflatable yellow slides. Only 37 passengers on the flight survived, Russian officials said Sunday night. Forty-one people, including Brooks, did not.  It’s not yet clear what caused the plane to crash. The pilot, Denis Evdokimov, reportedly said Monday that the plane was struck by lightning soon after takeoff, cutting off communications with air-traffic control. Officials said Monday that the plane’s black boxes had been recovered—and that they were considering inexperienced piloting, technical failure, and poor weather as potential causes of the deadly crash.  U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced Monday morning that one American had perished in the crash but did not name the victim.  “We join @USEmbRuPress @USEmbRu in expressing sincere condolences to the families of all who were lost or injured in yesterday’s tragic plane fire at Sheremetyevo airport, including one U.S. citizen,” Pompeo tweeted.  Rossetti told the New Mexican that Brooks “just loved everyone for who they were.”  “There wasn’t a bar that he would go into and not introduce himself to the bartender and start hanging out and making friends with everyone,” he said, adding, “He supported and encouraged everyone.”  In a 2016 interview posted on Valdez’s company’s website, Brooks said he started fly fishing when he was just 7 years old.  “Every single day I’m grateful that I picked up a fly rod when I did,” he said, adding that “it’s a love that has meant everything to me for the majority of my life.”


breitbart--2019-08-25--Texas Newlyweds Die in Car Crash Minutes After Ceremony

Reports said Harley Morgan, 19, and Rhiannon Boudreaux, 20, were merging onto Highway 87 when a pickup truck towing a trailer collided with their vehicle.  The couple had just left the Orange County Justice of the Peace precinct where they said their vows to each other.  The groom’s mother and sister were in the car behind theirs and witnessed the tragic event.  “I watched my baby die,” said Morgan’s mother, Kennia. “I’m still wearing my son’s blood because I was trying my best to rip him and her out of the car.”  “That’s an image that will haunt me the rest of my life. I won’t forget it. It will never go away. I will see that truck hit my baby and kill my baby every night of my life, the rest of the time that I’m on earth,” she concluded.  Reports said the driver of the Ford F-250 pickup was not injured and stayed at the scene of the crash.  The bride’s aunt, Cassie Boudreaux Watson, told reporters her niece was a wonderful person and full of life.  “Rhiannon was a beautiful, strong, independent young woman that was full of life,” Watson recalled. “She was loving and kind. Always smiling.”  The couple planned to have a large Christmas wedding celebration in December for friends and family but decided to get married in August because they did not want to wait any longer to make their union official, according to CBS News.  Morgan’s mother told reporters the two newlyweds had been high school sweethearts and were excited to begin their new life together.  “I witnessed my own worst nightmare,” she said of the tragic accident.  Detectives at the Orange Police Department are currently investigating the incident, according to reports.


chicagotribune--2019-11-08--Western Springs driver dies in one-car crash in Indian Head Park

Jonathan L. Neidlinger was driving a 2018 BMW 750Li south on the 6900 block of Wolf road at about 7:40 a.m. Nov. 3, when, for an unknown reason, the car went onto the shoulder of the road and struck the concrete wall supporting the Interstate 294 bridge over Wolf, qcting Police Chief Michael Kurinec said.


eveningstandard--2019-02-09--Cadet south London rapper 28 dies in car crash on way to gig at Keele University

Cadet: south London rapper, 28, dies in car crash on way to gig at Keele University

South London rapper Cadet died in a car crash on the way to a gig in Staffordshire in the early hours of this morning.  The 28-year-old musician, whose real name is Blaine Cameron Johnson, died while he was a passenger in a taxi on the way to a performance, his family said today.  He was on route to Keele University on Friday where he was due to perform.  The rapper's family shared the news on his official Instagram account, which has since been made private.  His management told Radio 1 Newsbeat that he was a passenger in a vehicle that crashed in Staffordshire.  A post read: "We the family of Blaine Cameron Johnson known as Cadet (Underrated Legend) would like to share the sad news that during the early hours of 9th February 2019 he passed away as a passenger in a taxi, en route to a performance.  "Right now we the family appreciate your patience and will share with you any information as and when we can. Thanks for your support in advance. Love The Johnson Family #cadetcadet #imbuff #underratedlegend #ripcadet."  In a statement, Staffordshire Police said: "A man has died following a road traffic collision in Newcastle-under-Lyme.  "At just before 1.30am this morning (Saturday 9 February) police were called to reports of a two-vehicle collision involving a silver Toyota Prius and a red Vauxhall Combo van on Main Road, Betley (A531).  "Emergency services attended and a passenger of the Toyota, a 28-year-old man from London, sadly died at the scene. Specialist officers are supporting the man’s family.  "The drivers of both vehicles, a 36-year-old man from Stoke-on-Trent and a 22-year-old man from Crewe, were taken to the Royal Stoke University Hospital with serious injuries. Three further passengers of the Toyota were treated at Leighton Hospital in Crewe."  Award-winning artist Krept, cousin of the rapper, tweeted that he was "broken" following the news.  He wrote: "My life will never be the same again. I love you and will forever miss you. I can’t believe it. I am heartbroken. Rest in peace cuz. You finally started getting the recognition you deserved. I’m so proud of you. My left lung. I’m devastated and broken right now.”  Other fellow rappers paid tribute to the artist.  Example wrote on Twitter: "Was chatting to you only last week about how excited you were for some festivals this summer. So much positive energy.  "Smiling nonstop when I was with you, first time we met I felt as if I'd known you my whole life. Mad humble guy. RIP Cadet."  DJ Semtex wrote: "Cant believe it... I was on stage with him last week.  "Never seen a man so happy. Everything was working out for him. This was gonna be his year. We were plotting on the best time to do an interview on his next single. RIP Cadet."  Mega So Solid wrote: "Woke up in shock this morning.... He brought life and substance to the UK music scene."  Cadet, who was from south London and was tipped for success, toured the UK supporting Krept And Konan on their The Long Way Home Tour.  He accumulated millions of views on YouTube and Spotify and was booked to play at this year's Wireless Festival.  The festival announced on Saturday that it would be keeping his performance slot "as a time to reflect" on his memory.  A spokesman said in a tweet: "Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and fans, of Cadet. Such sad news.  "We’ll be keeping his Wireless performance as a time to reflect on the memory of Blaine."


eveningstandard--2019-12-25--Woman dies after Christmas Eve car crash on M1

Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman died in a serious collision on the M1 on Christmas Eve.  Bedfordshire Police said a number of vehicles were involved in the collision at around 11.15pm on the northbound stretch of the motorway near junction 12.  A stretch of the motorway in Bedfordshire was closed late on Tuesday night after the crash occurred.  The collision took place between Junction 11a and Junction 12, between Aylesbury and Flitwick.  Bedfordshire Police tweeted that they were on the scene shortly before midnight.  They are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to come forward.  A second accident took place on the M1 in Hertfordshire, between Luton Airport and Dunstable. Highways England described it as a serious collision.  Emergency services attended the scene and a "seriously injured" person was taken to hospital.  A press officer from Highways England told The Evening Standard that the road was closed while police conducted a full collision investigation.  He added that "extensive debris" was left strewn across the road following the crash. However, it was cleared by 6.37am this morning.  The M1 motorway has now reopened in Hertfordshire for those travelling south, Hertfordshire Police said.  Hertfordshire Police said the southbound road was now open again between Junctions 10 and 9.


mercurynews--2019-06-19--San Jose man dies of injuries suffered in solo car crash

PG&E to pay $1B to local governments over fire damage


thedailycaller--2019-05-27--4-Year-Old Three Others Die In Car Crash With Suspected Drunk Driver

4-Year-Old, Three Others, Die In Car Crash With Suspected Drunk Driver

Three relatives, including a 4-year-old, were killed and six others injured in a car crash Sunday morning, due to a suspected drunk driver.  The New Jersey family was en route to Niagara Falls for the holiday weekend.  Four children were among the injured and one 4-year-old girl died, Wyoming County Sheriff Gregory Rudolph said according to The Daily News of Batavia. The injured children range in age from four to 14 years old.  The cause of the crash is believed to be a drunk driver, NBC New York reported. Investigators believe that a pickup truck ran a stop sign and hit the SUV in Sheldon, a small town about 30 miles away from Buffalo. (RELATED: Multiple People Dead In 28-Vehicle Crash, Truck Driver Charged)  “Anytime a child is involved – and in this case, we had five – it pulls at you,” he said to The Daily News of Batavia. “It’s a tragedy.”  There were nine family members inside the SUV, the sheriff said, according to the Associated Press. Two women were ejected from the SUV when the pickup truck hit and were killed at the scene of the crash. The 4-year-old girl died in the hospital with head injuries.  An adult man was taken to a hospital after the crash. He was treated and released. A woman was also taken to the hospital, as well as a 14-year-old and two other 4-year-olds, The Daily News of Batavia reported.  Richard Sawicki, the 20-year-old pickup driver, was arrested on charges of aggravated vehicular homicide, DWI and reckless driving.  None of the relatives’ identities or hometowns have been released as authorities work to notify their family, NBC NY reported.  Content created by The Daily Caller News Foundation is available without charge to any eligible news publisher that can provide a large audience. For licensing opportunities of our original content, please contact licensing@dailycallernewsfoundation.org.


thedailymirror--2019-10-18--Spennymoor crash: Man dies after police chase ends in car crashing into wall

A man has died following a police pursuit in Spennymoor, County Durham, on Friday afternoon.  Pictures from the scene show how the car crashed into a wall at a residential housing estate.  Dozens of locals gathered around the scene of the accident as police put a large cordon in place around the area.  Police later confirmed in a statement that the driver of the crashed vehicle had passed away from his injuries.  A Durham Police spokesman said: "At around 2.30pm today, officers from Durham Constabulary commenced a vehicle pursuit in the Spennymoor area involving a Nissan Primera.  "Following a brief pursuit, the incident ended in a collision in Central Drive, Middlestone Moor.  Have you been affected by this story? Email webnews@trinitymirror.com  "The driver of the vehicle, who is not being named at this stage, suffered fatal injuries.  "We have referred the matter to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC)."  One man who lives near the town centre told the Northern Echo: “Just before 3pm I heard a few sirens.  “I went to the back garden to see if I could see anything and I saw two police cars coming from the main street. I could hear other cop cars racing from different parts of the town, they seemed to go through Ox Close, Wood View, and they all seemed to head towards Middlestone Moor.  “Coppers were coming from everywhere I knew it was something big.”  The crash resulted in buses in the local area being diverted to a new route.


thedailymirror--2019-12-04--British father and 13-year-old son die in car crash on family holiday in Turkey

A British father and his teenage son have died in a car crash while on a family holiday in Turkey.  Abdul Farid, 41, and 13-year-old Rahees, from Bradford, West Yorkshire, were killed in the smash in the Serik district of Antalya, this week.  It's understood the crash on the Turkish Riviera involved the car they were travelling in and a minibus.  They had been on a two-week trip and were due to return home on Wednesday, the taxi firm Mr Farid works for said.  An Ace Budget Taxis spokesman described Mr Farid as a "fantastic and humble, brilliant family man", who had worked as a driver for the company for 20 years.  They added: "We are getting calls from customers to send their condolences.  "Everyone is devastated," the spokesman continued. "Even the community around the base - customers are devastated.  "It's just a great loss to society in the whole. He was an absolutely fantastic person. It's just a great loss for the community.  "We can only just imagine what everyone else is going through."  Bingley Juniors AFC has paid tribute to Rahees, who played in one of their youth sides describing him as a "great sportsman".  A spokesman said: "It's with a heavy heart that the club unfortunately needs to announce the passing of Rahees and his father Abdul who tragically were involved in a car accident.  "Rahess was a member of our U14s and has been with the club for a number of years. A great sportsman and top boy who will be greatly missed.  "The club would like to pass on our condolences to the family."  Salts Junior FC, another local club, also paid tribute, saying: "Such a sad loss of a young life especially alongside his father.  "Thoughts from all of the football family."


thedailyrecord--2019-02-05--Woman dies after car crash on Highland road near Kyle of Lochalsh

A woman has died after a car crash on a Highland road.  The 62-year-old woman was the passenger in a black BMW on the A87 near Kyle of Lochalsh just after 5.15pm yesterday afternoon.  As a result of the incident officers from Police Scotland have closed the A87 in the area with a diversion in place via the A890.  The car was the only vehicle involved in the crash which happened close to the Kirkton shinty pitches.  Portree Community Policing Sergeant David Canning said: "Our thoughts at this time are very much with the family and friends of the victim of this collision.  "I would also extend our thanks to the public for their patience while the road has been closed.  "Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and I would ask anyone with information who has not yet spoken to an officer gets in touch as soon as possible."


thedailyrecord--2019-05-05--Elderly woman 81 dies after horror multi-car crash on A9

Elderly woman, 81, dies after horror multi-car crash on A9

An 81-year-old woman has died following a two-vehicle crash on the A9 .  The collision on the stretch between Dowally and Ballinluig in Perthshire happened at around 12.58pm on Sunday.  Police said that an 81-year-old woman has died.  Tayside Police confirmed the incident on their Facebook page.  They wrote: "Police Scotland are advising members of the public that there has been a serious road traffic incident on the A9 at its junction with Dowally, southbound and area advised to avoid the area if possible.  The road was closed while emergency services dealt with the incident.


thedailyrecord--2019-09-21--Woman 63 dies in horror car crash on Black Isle in the Highlands

Woman, 63, dies in horror car crash on Black Isle in the Highlands

A 63-year-old woman has died following a road crash on the Black Isle in the Highlands.  The woman was driving a blue Skoda Octavia which was in collision with another car on the B9160, close to the junction with the A832.  Emergency services were called to the scene at around 11.40am on Saturday, but it was later confirmed that she had died.  A man and a woman who were in the other car are said to have serious, but not life-threatening, injuries.  Sergeant Alan Henderson said: "First and foremost, our thoughts are with all those affected by this tragic incident.  "An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision are ongoing and I urge anyone who either saw what happened, or saw either vehicle in the lead-up to the incident, to please get in touch as soon as possible.  "Dash-cam footage in particular would be extremely useful."