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New Study Predicts Crowd Movements to Prevent Disasters

2/8/2025

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Researchers from France and Spain have unveiled a groundbreaking study that likens dense crowds to fluid dynamics, particularly during the vibrant San Fermín festival in Pamplona. Their findings reveal that crowds exhibit predictable oscillations, offering a powerful tool to foresee perilous movements and avert tragedies like the devastating 2010 Love Parade stampede.

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Researchers from France and Spain have unveiled a groundbreaking study that likens dense crowds to fluid dynamics, particularly during the vibrant San Fermín festival in Pamplona. Their findings reveal that crowds exhibit predictable oscillations, offering a powerful tool to foresee perilous movements and avert tragedies like the devastating 2010 Love Parade stampede.