Jul 19, 2024 | Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Personal Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
In the wake of a damaging tornado, an Exxon oil refinery in Joliet, Illinois, one of the nation’s largest refineries, has been left without power. This significant disruption highlights the vulnerabilities of critical infrastructure to severe weather events and...
Jul 18, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries, Workplace Safety
In the wake of an unexpected chemical release, Orange County officials have issued a precautionary shelter-in-place order for several communities. This directive aims to protect residents from potential exposure to hazardous substances while emergency services work to...
May 31, 2024 | Explosion, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Oil Refinery Injuries, Pipeline Explosions
A gas line explosion at a refinery in Corpus Christi, Texas has left two workers injured and prompted a significant emergency response from local authorities. The incident, which occurred on Thursday afternoon, led to traffic diversions and a shelter-in-place order...
May 2, 2024 | Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Explosion, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents
As the global demand for energy continues to rise, the utilization of liquefied natural gas (LNG) as a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels has become increasingly prevalent. LNG offers several advantages, including reduced emissions and enhanced energy...
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...