Decatur ADM Plant Explosion
On Sunday evening in Decatur, Illinois, tragedy struck as an explosion and fire erupted at an Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) facility, leaving eight people injured and casting a shadow of uncertainty over this tight-knit community. As we delve into the details of this unfortunate incident, we're reminded of the critical importance of safety measures that could prevent such accidents in…Read More
Child Injured at Illinois State Fair
When we attend events like fairs and carnivals, we look forward to thrilling rides, fun games, and unforgettable experiences. However, recent events have reminded us of the importance of prioritizing safety to ensure that everyone can enjoy these attractions without any harm. In a recent incident at the Illinois State Fair, a child was hurt due to an object flying…Read More
Fall Prevention Awareness Week
Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths, unintentional injuries, and hospital admissions due to trauma, which tend to take a serious toll on their quality of life and measure of independence. To shed light on this issue, the first week of fall is being designated as National Fall Prevention Awareness Week, which occurs September 23-29, 2019.…Read More
Investigation findings about Indiana State Fair Stage Collapse Reported to State Fair Commission
Last week, the Indiana State Fair Commission heard a 90-minute presentation about the investigation into the stage collapse at last year’s state fair that killed seven people and injured dozens of other people who were waiting for a scheduled performance by the Sugarland band. On August 13, a temporary stage set up for the Indiana State Fair collapsed on concertgoers…Read More
Stage collapse at Indiana State Fair kills five, injures dozens more
Five people were killed and dozens more were injured when a stage at the Indiana State Fair collapsed onto concert-goers as they awaited for the band, Sugarland, to perform. State fair officials were in contact with the National Weather Service in order to determine if the fair grounds should be evacuated because a storm was approaching. The heavy rain was…Read More
