Mar 24, 2025 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
On March 20, an industrial acid leak at the Celanese Plant in Narrows, Virginia, led to the release of acetic acid vapor, injuring six workers. The incident occurred in the Cellulose Acetate Unit and prompted an emergency response from local authorities. While the...
May 1, 2024 | Burn Injury, Maritime Injury, Offshore Accident, Oil and Gas Accident, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
Welding is a critical process in various industries, from construction to manufacturing. While it is essential for joining materials, creating structures, and repairing equipment, it also comes with inherent risks. Welding work demands skill, precision, and caution....
Apr 26, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Gas Leak Injuries, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Pipeline Explosions, Workplace Injuries
The intricate network of gas pipelines that crisscross beneath our feet forms the backbone of modern energy infrastructure, powering homes, businesses, and industries. Yet, the work involved in constructing, maintaining, and repairing these pipelines comes with...
Apr 8, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Chemical Injury, Explosion, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Explosions, Refinery Explosions, Workplace Explosion
In the realm of industry, the risk of accidents is an inherent reality. Despite rigorous safety measures, unforeseen circumstances can lead to catastrophic events such as industrial explosions. These incidents not only pose immediate dangers to workers and surrounding...
Mar 21, 2024 | Catastrophic Injury, Explosion, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Refinery Explosions, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Safety
The Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) explosion of 2019 was a significant industrial accident that took place at the PES refinery complex in South Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The incident occurred on June 21, 2019, resulting in a massive fire and explosion that...
