I've heard of a case where the french drain was installed without a proper filter or gravel layer around the pipe. Soil and silt got into the pipe easily. As the pipe clogged, water couldn't drain away from the foundation. The foundation became waterlogged, and within a few years, there were major cracks. The homeowners had to deal with not only the foundation repair but also the cost of re - landscaping their yard because the whole area around the foundation was a mess. It was a long and expensive process to get everything fixed.
A property owner called Terminix to take care of a pest problem in their rental property. Terminix came and sprayed some chemicals. However, they didn't take into account the type of flooring in the property. The chemicals they used ended up corroding the laminate flooring in several rooms. The tenants were unhappy and the property owner had to replace the flooring, which was a costly affair. And all this happened because Terminix didn't assess the situation properly before applying the treatment.
The confiscation of property from the aristocracy and clergy was often accompanied by violence. Many were stripped of their homes and possessions. Some were driven out with nothing. The process was not always orderly, and there were cases of looting and abuse by those in power during this time of upheaval in France.
One horror story could be that the french drain was not properly installed. For example, the slope was incorrect. Instead of water flowing away from the house as it should, it started pooling near the foundation, leading to water seeping into the basement. It caused mold growth and damaged stored items in the basement.
Sure. There have been stories of armyworms attacking maize fields in India. These armyworms can quickly multiply and move in large numbers across the fields, eating up the maize plants. This has led to reduced yields for farmers, and in some cases, complete crop failure.
Sure. There was a story where a young boy was playing near a pool drain. His small finger got sucked into it. He screamed in pain as the suction was so strong. It took quite an effort to get his finger out and he had to be treated for a bad bruise.
Well, I've come across stories where people's hair became brittle after using Olaplex. It was as if the product had a negative effect on the hair's elasticity. They could no longer style their hair without it breaking easily, and it was a nightmare for those who liked to experiment with different hairstyles.
Sure. A company was hired to clear snow from a residential complex. They accidentally hit a gas line while using their heavy machinery. This led to a gas leak which was very dangerous. The residents had to be evacuated and the whole situation was chaotic. The snow removal company faced a lot of legal issues due to their negligence.
I know of a story where on a holiday, the mta was running a reduced service but there were still a lot of people out. A particular train was so overcrowded that passengers couldn't move their arms or legs properly. Some people had their bags squashed, and there was a lot of jostling. There were kids crying because they were so uncomfortable. It was a nightmare for everyone on board. And the train had to make extra stops because of some technical issues, which just added to the chaos.
Sure. There was a seller who sold a used laptop on Carousell. The buyer seemed very nice at first and asked a lot of questions. After the seller shipped the laptop, the buyer claimed it was damaged and demanded a refund. However, the seller knew the laptop was in perfect condition when shipped. The buyer then threatened to leave bad reviews if the refund wasn't given. It was a really difficult situation for the seller.
I heard about a biker who booked an Airbnb near Sturgis. The listing showed a clean and cozy place. But when he arrived, the place was a mess. There was garbage in the kitchen, and the bathroom was filthy. The host was unreachable, and he had to spend the first day of his Sturgis trip trying to clean up the place just so he could stay there.