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Typhoon Kalmaegi Death Toll Reaches 66 in Philippines with Unprecedented Flooding in Cebu Province
Nov 05, 2025 11:52 am CST
Typhoon Kalmaegi has claimed 66 lives in the Philippines, with Cebu province suffering 49 fatalities due to unprecedented flooding. Nearly 400,000 people were evacuated as floodwaters swept through urban areas, destroying homes and businesses. Relief efforts faced additional tragedy when a military helicopter crashed during operations. Scientists link the intensifying storms to climate change, with more severe weather expected before year's end.
US Navy Loses F/A-18F Super Hornet and MH-60R Helicopter in South China Sea Incidents
Oct 27, 2025 11:42 pm CST
The US Navy's Pacific Fleet reported two separate aircraft crashes involving an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet and an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the USS Nimitz in the South China Sea. All five crew members were rescued and are in stable condition as investigations into the causes continue. This follows several recent aircraft incidents involving the USS Harry S. Truman in Middle Eastern waters.
Helicopter Crash at Huntington Beach Injures Five: Dramatic Rescue from Palm Trees Near California Coast
Oct 12, 2025 05:12 pm CST
A helicopter crashed into palm trees near California's Huntington Beach on Saturday, injuring five people. The aircraft, associated with a charity event, experienced what appeared to be rotor failure before becoming entangled in trees along Pacific Coast Highway. Emergency responders extracted victims from both the helicopter and ground as investigations into the cause continue.