May 8, 2025 | Explosion, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Oil Refinery Injuries, Workplace Explosion
A recent oil refinery explosion in West Tuscaloosa, Alabama has reignited longstanding concerns about public safety, infrastructure preparedness, and the inherent dangers associated with refinery operations. While the full scope of the damage is still under...
Mar 27, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Workplace Accident
A recent Valero Energy fire in Corpus Christi has sparked widespread concerns over the dangers of chemical emissions, not only for refinery workers but also for nearby residents and the environment. Fires at oil refineries can release toxic chemicals into the air,...
Mar 18, 2025 | Explosion, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Oil Refinery Injuries, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries
In 2019, a massive explosion rocked the Philadelphia Energy Solutions (PES) refinery, sending shockwaves through the surrounding community and causing extensive damage. The explosion, triggered by a ruptured pipe carrying hydrofluoric acid, resulted in fires, air...
Sep 17, 2024 | Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Fire, Oil Refinery Injuries, Personal Injury
In recent weeks, the 2023 Marathon refinery fire in Garyville, Louisiana has garnered significant media attention. This attention is not only for the dramatic blaze that engulfed the facility for days on end, but also for its profound impact beyond the refinery’s...
Apr 23, 2024 | Burn Injury, Catastrophic Injury, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries
An oil refinery fire in Flint Hills, Texas in March grabbed headlines due to its potential impact on the environment, community, and economy. The Flint Hills Resources refinery, located near Houston, experienced a massive blaze that led to widespread concern and...
