Apr 9, 2025 | Chemical Injury, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Explosions, Pipeline Incidents, Workplace Injuries
A recent rupture in the Keystone pipeline near Fort Ransom, North Dakota, has once again raised concerns about the safety, environmental impact, and oversight of one of North America’s most significant oil transportation systems. The spill, which leaked approximately...
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...
Mar 10, 2025 | Explosion, Gas Explosion, Natural Gas Explosions, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents
A recent gas leak explosion in Kansas has drawn the attention of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), which is now investigating the cause and potential regulatory violations. Gas leaks pose significant risks, leading to devastating explosions, severe...
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 21, 2025 | Explosion, Gas Explosion, Natural Gas Injuries, Oil and Gas Accident, Oil and Gas Incidents, Pipeline Incidents
West Texas has experienced a significant increase in seismic activity over the past decade, raising concerns about the role of fracking and oil drilling in triggering these earthquakes. While the region is not historically known for frequent seismic events, recent...
