INVESTIGATIONS
Lightning Strike on Oil Storage Tank
Accident Occurred On: 01/13/2011
A stroke of lightning ignited a fire in a crude oil storage tank belonging to an oil company.
Fatal Gas Release
Accident Occurred On: 03/29/2010
A release of hydrogen sulfide led to the death of one safety officer and a trainee.
Petrochemical Company Metering Station Fatal Explosion and Fire
Accident Occurred On: 08/03/2012
On August 03, 2012 there was a release of NGL in the Petrochemical Company Metering Station. The gas found an ignition source, causing a fire and multiple explosions. The first explosion killed eight firefighters.
Absorption Plant Explosion and Fire
Accident Occurred On: 07/24/2010
On July 24, 2010, a massive explosion and fire occurred at a petrochemical company absorption plant, killing four workers and causing extensive damage to nearby equipment.
NF Plant Explosion and Fire
Formation of hydrate caused fire and explosion in a petrochemical company plant that killed two workers and fatally injured others.
Propane Storage Tank Fire
Accident Occurred On: 01/13/2011
On January 13, 2011, the flare line ruptured and propane released from its storage tank. Propane gas found an ignition source, leading to an explosion and fire that killed one worker.
Ammonia Plant Explosion and Fire
Accident Occurred On: 08/04/2010
A fire and explosion at petrochemical company ammonia plant caused five fatalities and one injury and causing extensive damage to equipment and pipelines.
