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 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...
Mar 3, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Gas Leak Injuries, Gas Main Incidents, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Workplace Safety
A gas main break can cause widespread panic, property damage, and serious health risks for those in the affected area. On the morning of February 27, a gas main rupture in the Logan section of North Philadelphia forced thousands of residents, students, and workers to...
Feb 28, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Explosion, Manufacturing Injuries, Workplace Accident, Workplace Explosion, Workplace Injuries
The U.S. Steel Clairton Plant, the largest coke production facility in the United States, recently experienced a dangerous explosion that left two workers injured. The incident, caused by a buildup of combustible gases, highlights the serious risks associated with...
Feb 20, 2025 | Burn Injury, Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Manufacturing Injuries, Personal Injury, Work Injury, Workplace Accident, Workplace Injuries
A devastating plant fire at an aeronautical engineering plant has raised significant chemical safety concerns for local residents, workers, and environmental agencies. The incident, which occurred at SPS Technologies in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, resulted in...
Feb 13, 2025 | Chemical Injuries, Chemical Injury, Chemical Plant Accident, Explosion, Personal Injury, Workplace Explosion
A battery plant explosion is a catastrophic event with potentially devastating consequences for nearby communities. When a facility housing lithium-ion batteries ignites, the release of toxic chemicals, intense fires, and structural damage can lead to widespread...
