We’ve all had that feeling when we think something terrible is about to happen, but at the same time we’re powerless to stop it.
Sometimes the feeling comes from your stomach, while other times you literally see the danger staring right in front of you.
Bored Panda has collected images from around the world that capture the moment before an accident, and are guaranteed to leave you in stitches.
These unfortunate people – and sometimes pets – found themselves inches from catastrophe and powerless to stop it.
In a hilarious image, a pesky puppy sneakily grabbed a woman’s bikini tie and appeared intent on undressing her.
Turn around before it’s too late! This nasty puppy seems eager to undress an unsuspecting woman
Wheely bad luck! This unfortunate motorcyclist’s wheels literally came off
Elsewhere, a toddler was shot in mid-air, moments before falling backwards from his exercise bike, as his father looked on in shock.
The animal kingdom is full of danger, and a brazen crow risked death by biting a young lion on the tail with its beak.
And after an earthquake in Taiwan, a homeowner was left wondering whether or not to open the cupboard because all the dishes had fallen between the glass door and the shelf and would inevitably break.
There he goes! This poor toddler took a punch in the air before taking an awkward – and we predict painful – backwards fall
Bored Panda has collected images from around the world that capture the moment before something terrifying happens, and they’re guaranteed to leave you in stitches – including this image showing a truck full of gear about to explode. vehicle to fall
Uncomfortable! For this unsuspecting gentleman, the fun may be over once the tide comes in
Beaked blinder! A brave bird is willing to risk everything by brutally biting a young lion on the tail
Put down the phone! A man at a bull run would probably regret the call
Watch out! This driver was steps away from the portable toilets he was transporting and crashed into a bridge, and it wouldn’t have been a fun experience for the person in the convertible behind either
Don’t open that cupboard! A homeowner in Taiwan revealed a baffling situation that occurred during an earthquake
Brian is a very naughty boy! His mother was in for quite a wild ride after eating his stash of brownies, which contained a lot more than sugar, flour and eggs.
Who needs health and safety! This precariously placed ladder is enough to give anyone nightmares
Watch your step! Runners in Florida are being urged to stay out of the way, but an approaching vehicle may be the least of their worries
