There was a small plane crash in Orcas Island, Washington on September 16, 2021. The plane, a single-engine Piper PA-38, crashed after experiencing an engine failure after taking off from Friday Harbor Airport. All three people on board were injured in the crash....
Month: September 2021
Fire on Ro-Ro Cargo Ship ATLANTIC PROVIDER
A fire broke out on the ro-ro cargo ship ATLANTIC PROVIDER on September 15, 2021. At the time, the vessel was at the Port of Spain, Trinidad. Reports indicate the fire broke out in the vessel's superstructure. It is believed the vessel was undergoing repair work at...
Fire on Container Ship LUEBECK
A fire broke out on the container ship LUEBECK on September 16, 2021. At the time, the vessel was in port in Sicily, Italy. Reports indicate that a container with cargo of yellow phosphate caught on fire. Firefighters and coast guard vessels assisted with...
Crash Involving Multiple 18-Wheelers in Royse City, Texas
There was a crash involving two 18-wheelers in Royse City, Texas on September 13, 2021. The incident happened along eastbound Interstate 30. One 18-wheeler experienced engine trouble and pulled onto the shoulder of the highway. A second 18-wheeler, also heading...
Robinson R-66 Helicopter Crash in Jasper County, Georgia
There was a helicopter crash in Jasper County, Georgia on September 15, 2021. The Robinson R-66 helicopter crashed in the Oconee National Forest near Monticello, Georgia. There were three people on board at the time of the accident. It is unknown at this time if...
4 tips for keeping offshore workers safe
Most industries and employment types involve various risks. However, working offshore can present unique challenges. For instance, platforms may be surrounded by water and exposed to the elements. Fires, spills and explosions are just some of the potential hazards...
Two Crew Members Killed on Crude Oil Tanker ARAFURA
There was a tragic incident on the crude oil tanker ARAFURA on September 11, 2021. At the time, the vessel was in the Drake Passage en route to Long Beach, California. Reports indicate that two crew members were injured during heavy seas. The crew members were...
Fire in Engine Room of Product Tanker SAMUS SWAN
There was a fire on the product tanker SAMUS SWAN on September 11, 2021. At the time, the vessel was en route to Tunisia. Reports indicate that two crew members were injured while battling the fire. One of the injured crew members was airlifted to shore for...
Explosion at Georgia Plant – Two Injured
There was an explosion at a Savannah, Georgia facility on September 14, 2021. According to the Savannah Fire Department, there was a dust explosion at a manufacturing facility located in the 1300 block of Mills B. Lane. At least two workers have been injured in the...
Understanding the Dangers of Ammonia: A Guide for Injury Claims
Ammonia, a colorless gas with a pungent smell, is widely used across various industries, from agriculture to refrigeration and manufacturing. While it plays a crucial role in many commercial applications, ammonia also poses significant risks to workers and the general...