www.youtube.com – KPRC 2 Click2Houston – 2025-02-05 22:09:27

SUMMARY: A tragic trench collapse in southwest Houston resulted in a worker’s death, raising significant safety concerns. An OSHA expert, Thomas Scott, criticized the lack of safety measures at the site, noting the absence of protective systems for trenches over 5 feet deep and inadequate ladder height. The incident occurred at an apartment complex, where firefighters responded quickly after a worker was trapped for five minutes. Colleagues attempted rescue and performed CPR, but it was futile. Investigations are ongoing to determine the project’s details and accountability. The incident highlights the serious dangers of excavation work and the need for improved safety training and equipment.

A man died Wednesday afternoon when a trench collapsed at a southwest Houston apartment complex.
The collapse happened just before 2 p.m. at the Stoneriver Apartments at 8901 Bissonnet Street.
The Houston Fire Department said two workers were inside a trench estimated to be about 8 feet deep when they noticed it appeared to start to cave in.

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www.youtube.com – FOX 7 Austin – 2025-02-05 21:56:04

SUMMARY: Austin’s airport faces significant understaffing issues, with only 32 air traffic controllers on duty compared to a target of 60, according to the FAA. This equates to 53% staffing and raises safety concerns, particularly following recent deadly plane crashes and near misses at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA). Experts warn that fewer controllers, especially on busy or bad weather days, can lead to increased risks of collisions. Although ABIA has implemented new ground surveillance technology, the shortage remains critical. Congressman Lloyd Dewitt calls for incentive pay to attract more controllers amid rising living costs in Austin.

New numbers from the FAA show how understaffed Austin’s airport is when it comes to air traffic controllers. These renewed concerns about staffing come after last week’s deadly plane crashes on the East Coast, and following a series of near-misses at ABIA.

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www.youtube.com – FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth – 2025-02-05 21:44:06

SUMMARY: The family of Tina Roberson, a 60-year-old woman in a wheelchair, is seeking help to identify the hit-and-run driver who struck her in a grocery store parking lot. Surveillance footage shows Roberson being hit by an SUV, resulting in severe injuries that necessitated her move to a nursing home. Her family, sharing this video with local media, urges anyone with information about the driver or passengers to come forward. They highlight the emotional toll on Roberson, who lost her independence after the incident and has no memory of the crash. The Dallas police continue their investigation.

Video shows the woman in an electric wheelchair being struck by an SUV in front of a Dallas grocery store. The woman’s injuries were so severe that she now lives in a nursing home.

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