In late 2022, ZLINE gas ranges were recalled across the U.S. after over 40 reports of carbon monoxide emission, including some reports of consumers seeking medical attention due to carbon monoxide inhalation, which can lead to serious injury or even death. According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, consumers should immediately stop using…
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Shortly after 9:30 am CST on Monday, May 15, a fire broke out at the Marathon Petroleum Refinery in Texas City. According to Marathon officials, workers were performing routine maintenance when a pump deal near them failed, resulting in a fire. Three workers were rushed to the hospital and unfortunately, one succumbed to their injuries. …
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At around 3 pm on Friday, May 5th, workers at the Shell refinery plant in Deer Park, Texas were startled by what was originally described as a massive explosion. After being corrected by Deer Park officials, it was later categorized as a fire emergency. The fire quickly grew, quickly sending smoke and ash that was…
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Figure 1 – INEOS plant in Pasadena, TX on March 22, 2023. Photo credit: www.HoustonChronicle.com On March 23, 2023, a massive explosion occurred at the INEOS Phenol plant along Highway 225 near the East Beltway. The large explosion and fireball could be seen from miles away. According to the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office, the…
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Figure 1- The Canadian Pacific train that derailed in North Dakota on 3/26/23. Photo credit: www.APNews.com On Sunday night of March 26, 2023, a Canada Pacific train derailed, affecting 31 of its 70 cars, which caused hazardous materials including petroleum for asphalt to spill out into the surrounding land. This incident marks yet another hazardous…
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Photo credit: www.Drillers.com Simultaneous operations or “SimOps” in the oil and gas industry refers to the process where multiple operations are carried out in the same area, at the same time. These operations can include drilling, production, and maintenance activities. This approach can save time and money, but it also comes with significant hazards that…
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An explosion and fire erupted at a chemical plant in suburban Houston on March 22, 2023, injuring one person. The blast occurred around noon on March 22, 2023, at a chemical production facility in Pasadena, Texas. Preliminary information indicated the fire occurred when liquified natural gas was being transferred from a tanker truck to a…
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On Wednesday, March 22, 2023, an explosion occurred at a plant in Pasadena, Texas. According to Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, at least one person was injured in the blast and taken to a local hospital. Local news broadcasts showed the aftermath of the explosion. Large plumes of black smoke could be seen coming from the Ineos…
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