NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Feb 19, 2025
Investigators are probing the dramatic crash landing of Delta Flight 4819 in Toronto, where all passengers survived. Meanwhile, brutal winter weather wreaks havoc across the U.S. Political shifts lead to resignations and threats of firings in the federal government. As international diplomatic efforts continue, a spotlight shines on the crucial training of flight attendants in emergency situations. Plus, the risk of asteroid 2024 YR4 nears Earth, and a Silicon Valley startup is making strides in developing flying cars.
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Toronto Plane Crash
- A Delta plane crashed in Toronto, flipping over on an icy runway after a fireball erupted.
- All 80 passengers were evacuated safely, with 21 suffering minor injuries.
Kentucky Floods and Winter Storm
- Severe floods in Kentucky resulted in at least 14 deaths as a major winter storm approaches, bringing heavy snow.
- 73-year-old Donald Nicholson tragically died after his truck stalled in a flash flood.
Resignations at Federal Agencies
- Top officials at Social Security and FDA resigned amidst President Trump's government overhaul.
- Acting Commissioner Michelle King quit after refusing to give the Doge government efficiency team access to sensitive Social Security data.