Accidents and Natural Disasters
The latest news and reports of accidents and natural disasters
Magnitude-7.3 Quake Hits Iran-Iraq Border
An earthquake measuring 7.3 on the Richter scale has rattled Iran-Iraq border areas. The quake was so strong that it was felt in various parts of Iran, even in the capital city of Tehran.
Iranian Cargo Ship Crashes into Island near Hong Kong
An Iranian container ship has crashed into Magazine Island in south of Hong Kong and run aground on Sunday.
Fire at Tehran Refinery Kills Several People
At least six people died and several wounded in a fire accident at Tehran Refinery south of the Iranian capital.
Iran Sympathizes with Japan over Typhoon Casualties
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed regret over the casualties and damages caused by the recent deadly Typhoon Lan in Japan.
Iranian Aircraft’s Tyre Bursts While Landing in Mashhad
A Caspian Airlines passenger plane with 112 people on board has suffered a tyre burst while landing in Mashhad International Airport.
Iran Sympathizes with Mexico over Deadly Earthquake
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has voiced regret over the recent earthquake in Mexico, which has killed and wounded hundreds of people.
Iran Observes Day of Mourning after Tragic Bus Crash
People in Hormozgan Province, southern Iran, observed a day of mourning on Saturday after their fellow citizens lost their lives in a bus crash.
Iran Offers Sympathy to Flood-Hit People of India, Nepal, Pakistan
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has extended sympathy to India, Nepal, and Pakistan over the recent 'catastrophic' floods which left hundreds of people dead, wounded, and missing and caused serious damages.
Several Schoolgirls Killed in Tragic Bus Crash Southern Iran
At least 7 female junior high-school students and two others were killed and dozens severely wounded after a bus carrying them overturned in Iran’s southern Hormozgan Province.
Iran Sympathizes with US over Deadly Harvey Storm
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed regret over the damages and losses caused by the recent storm and flooding that hit parts of the United States, leaving tens of Americans dead and missing.
4.9-Magnitude Quake Wounds 13 People in Northwestern Iran
An earthquake measuring 4.9 on the Richter scale jolted Sharabian district in Iran’s northwestern province of East Azarbaijan, wound at least 13 people early on Monday.
Iran Condoles with Sierra Leone over Deadly Landslide
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has expressed regret over the recent landslide in Sierra Leone, which left hundreds of people killed, missing, and displaced.
Porsche Panamera Catches Fire in Tehran Highway
A Porsche vehicle has caught fire along a highway in the Iranian capital, Tehran. The fire has reportedly flared up in the engine and spread through the console wiring.
Iran Sympathizes with China over Deadly Floods, Landslides
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed sympathy with China over the heavy rains and landslides that have killed and wounded dozens of people.
Iran Sympathizes with Pakistan over Deadly Fire
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has offered condolences to Pakistan over a huge tanker fire that has killed and wounded hundreds of people.
Iran Condoles with Portugal over Deadly Blaze
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman has expressed deep sorrow over the recent deadly blaze in Portugal and condoled with the families of the victims.
Iran Extends Sympathy to Families of London Fire Victims
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman offered sympathy to the bereaved families of the victims of a huge fire that ripped through a West London tower block on Wednesday.
3 Killed, 220 Wounded after Earthquake Hit NE Iran
At least three people have died and over 200 injured after a strong earthquake measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale hit the city of Bojnourd in North Khorasan, a province in northeastern Iran.
13 More Bodies Found in Iranian Mine Explosion Disaster
Rescue teams have reclaimed 13 more bodies on Monday morning from a coal mine that collapsed in northeast of Iran after gas explosion last week, local authorities said.
Iran President Orders Acceleration of Efforts to Save Trapped Miners
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in a message offered his condolences over the deaths of several workers in a mine explosion in northeastern Iran, saying all administrative bodies have been ordered to expedite rescue efforts.
Iran Leader Offers Condolences on Deaths of Miners
Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in a message extended his condolences over the deaths of several ‘hardworking’ miners in a Wednesday explosion, and called for expedited efforts to rescue the trapped workers.
35 Dead in Mine Blast in NE Iran: Minister
At least 35 miners have lost their lives and scores of others been injured in a coal mine explosion in the northeastern Iranian province of Golestan, Iranian labour minister said.
Iran Deeply Regrets Deaths of German Tourists in Crash
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman voiced his deep sorrow over the deaths of two German tourists in a minibus crash in southern Iran.
Iran Unveils Reflective Collars to Reduce Camels’ Road Deaths
An Iranian tyre production company has unveiled a reflective collar to help protect the lives of camels crossing the country’s roads at night.
Bus Accident in North India Kills at Least 44
At least 44 have lost their lives after a bus carrying over 50 passengers fell into a river in northern India, according to media reports.