Here’s something you don’t see everyday. A pilot in Alaska experienced engine failure immediately after takeoff. Watch this video, from three different camera angles, as he brings his plane in for a crash landing in a remote field. Video after jump.
“Buckwild” Might Be Cancelled But Two Re-Vamps Are On The Way
In the wake of the death of Shain Gandee, MTV announced that they would be giving the show the axe. Now a producer for the show said that although “Buckwild” is cancelled, the network is bring similar style shows to two other states that aren’t near West Virgina. “Buckwild” was the third highest rating show on the network and Gandee soon became a fan favorite. Find out where the new versions of the show will be taking place below.
7.5 Magnitude Quake In Alaska Causes Small Tsunami
A 7.5. magnitude quake in Alaska caused a small tsunami. The quake hit 60 miles west of Craig, Alaska and jolts were felt in Canada as well. A small change in sea level occurred in minutes following the tsunami that hit coastal areas from Cape Fairweather, Alaska, to the tip of Vancouver Island, Canada according to FOXNews. Julie A.
First Tsunami Wave Hits Hawaii After Canadian Earthquake
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake off the coast of western Canada has created the first Tsunami wave this morning in Hawaii. The wave was over 5 feet tall and lasted about 45 minutes but has not done any damage. Hawaii Governor Neil Abercrombie said that the Tsunami warning last night forced people to evacuate and now the warning has dropped down to a watch. The first Tsunami waves are always the smallest so Hawaii is not in the clear yet and it could be another seven hours before another wave hits. Alaska, Oregon, and California are also under tornado watch. Read more below. Julie A. x TatWza
Fisherman Survives By Staying Adrift In A Plastic Bin
Thanks to a 4-by-4 foot plastic fish bin, Ryan Harris, is able to see another day. Ryan, 19, was rescued by a Coast Guard helicopter from his plastic “lifeboat” on Saturday after 24 hours when his boat sank. Click below to read more. Jason J.
Wind Storm Knocks Out Power In Anchorage
Hurricane-like winds hit Anchorage, Alaska Wednesday leaving the city and surrounding area with many toppled trees, and thousands without power. Winds of this nature is uncommon during this time of year. While some winds around Anchorage recorded hurricane winds, lower elevations recorded winds from 40 to 60 mph. Click below to read more. Jason J.
