Hazard news 2019

Here are some of the most significant hazard news stories from 2019:

  1. Amazon Rainforest Fires: In July and August 2019, massive wildfires swept through the Amazon rainforest, releasing massive amounts of carbon dioxide and smoke into the atmosphere. The fires were blamed on a combination of human activity, climate change, and drought.
  2. Volkswagen Emissions Scandal: In September 2019, Volkswagen agreed to pay a $4.3 billion fine to settle a lawsuit over its emissions-cheating scandal. The company had installed software in millions of vehicles to cheat on emissions tests.
  3. Boeing 737 MAX Crashes: In March 2019, an Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 crashed, killing all 157 people on board. The crash was similar to a Lion Air crash in October 2018, and both were linked to a faulty sensor system.
  4. Tyson Foods Chicken Plant Fire: In July 2019, a fire broke out at a Tyson Foods chicken processing plant in Georgia, killing one worker and injuring several others.
  5. Chemical Plant Explosion in Louisiana: In August 2019, a chemical plant explosion in Louisiana injured several people and forced the evacuation of nearby residents.
  6. Floods in Venice: In November 2019, Venice, Italy was hit by severe flooding, with waters rising to levels not seen in over 50 years. The flooding was blamed on a combination of high tides and heavy rainfall.
  7. Wildfires in Australia: In December 2019, Australia was hit by a series of devastating wildfires, which burned millions of acres of land and killed hundreds of people.
  8. Toxic Gas Leak in India: In August 2019, a toxic gas leak at a chemical plant in India killed at least 12 people and injured hundreds more.
  9. Oil Spill in Brazil: In November 2019, an oil spill off the coast of Brazil released thousands of gallons of oil into the ocean, threatening marine life and coastal communities.
  10. Nuclear Power Plant Accident in Russia: In August 2019, a nuclear power plant accident in Russia's Far East region released radioactive material into the environment, prompting evacuations and health concerns.

These are just a few examples of the many hazard news stories from 2019.