Jul 15, 2024 | Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Explosions, Refinery Explosions
The California State Fire Marshal’s Office has recently rejected a new risk analysis plan proposed by Sable Offshore for the reopening of a pipeline off the Santa Barbara County coastline. The agency asserts that the plan fails to meet the required higher safety...
Jun 25, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Chemical Injury, Explosion, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Refinery Explosions
On June 25, 2024, the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released its final report on the catastrophic explosion at the BP-Husky Toledo Refinery in Oregon, Ohio, which occurred on September 20, 2022. This tragic incident claimed the lives of two...
Jun 19, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Explosion, Manufacturing Injuries, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Refinery Explosions, Work Injury, Workplace Injuries
Texas, known for its vast landscapes and booming industries, also holds a less enviable distinction: it leads the nation in the number of chemical incidents. With its dense concentration of chemical plants, refineries, and industrial facilities, the state has become a...
Jun 18, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Explosion, Gas Leak Injuries, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Explosions, Refinery Explosions, Uncategorized, Workplace Explosion
Pipeline explosions are catastrophic events that not only cause massive property damage but also pose severe threats to human life and the environment. Houston, a major hub for the oil and gas industry, has unfortunately experienced its share of such disasters. In the...
Jun 7, 2024 | Burn Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Explosion, Natural Gas Explosions, Refinery Explosions, Workplace Explosion
Burn injuries from workplace explosions are among the most severe and traumatic types of injuries that can occur on the job. These injuries not only cause immense physical pain but also have profound psychological and economic impacts on the victims and their...
May 8, 2024 | Explosion, Gas Leak Injuries, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Explosions, Refinery Explosions
In the wake of disasters like explosions or fires caused by gas leaks, victims often find themselves grappling with physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. When negligence or misconduct on the part of a gas utility company such as Atmos Energy is...