I Got Lucky
Survivors of harrowing accidents tell their stories as scientists and experts explain what happened--or if they just got lucky
Survivors of harrowing accidents tell their stories as scientists and experts explain what happened--or if they just got lucky
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In 48 hours, a block of metal will be formed into the most accurate weapon on earth: the AX-338 Sniper Rifle.
When a steel plated hull is fitted with controls on the inside and tracks on the outside, it'll become the Viking BVS10 –an armoured amphibious personnel carrier that can get troops in and out of any combat zone.
When a series of delicate snowflake shaped sheets of Aramid are pressed together, they'll form a piece of headgear that's comfortable enough to wear to war, and tough enough to take a bullet.
Ballistic steel plates are cut, shaped, and welded together to make the body of an armed and armoured personnel carrier that's built to be fast and flexible - the CV90
Uncover the harrowing tales behind the most devastating transport disasters in history
Dive into the harrowing tales of the most catastrophic transport disasters in history, from the skies of Ukraine to the icy waters of the North Atlantic
Journey into the eye of the storm and learn the stories behind the world's deadliest tornadoes
Go on a whirlwind tour of the most destructive tornadoes
Step into the furnace of the world's most devastating volcanic eruptions, disasters we can trace through recorded history to the pre-historic age
"Volcanoes: Earth's Fiery Pulse" explores the cataclysmic power and awe-inspiring nature of volcanic eruptions that have shaped the earth and human history
Five Iraqis are found in the back of a truck
The Border Force uncovers Britain's greatest ever immigration scam
As the brutal blizzards and fierce winds of winter descend, the road rescue teams jump into action
As Britain braces itself against blizzards and freezing temperatures, conditions on the roads lead to life-threatening disasters
A massive blizzard strikes at the worst possible time
What can go wrong does go wrong at a river crossing
Survivors of harrowing accidents tell their stories as scientists and experts explain what happened--or if they just got lucky
When two skydiving planes collide mid-air, how is it possible to survive the fiery explosion?
When people push the limits, the limits love to push back
This week, "I Got Lucky" explores the dangerous consequences of one of our most common impulses: to move to the suburbs
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