There was an 18-wheeler crash in Lafayette, Louisiana on May 20, 2023. The accident occurred on Interstate 49 northbound near East Butcher Switch Road. During the incident, the 18-wheeler struck an abandoned vehicle on the shoulder of the highway. The driver was...
Month: May 2023
Tackling the Challenges of Mental Health Among Maritime Workers on Cargo Ships
The mental health of maritime workers, particularly those on cargo ships, is a critical concern that often goes unnoticed. The unique environment and conditions aboard ships can contribute to a range of mental health issues, which if not addressed, can affect safety...
Explosion at Refinery in Wynnewood, Oklahoma
There was an explosion at Wynnewood Refining in Wynnewood, Oklahoma on May 23, 2023. Reports indicate a fire broke out in gasoline hydrotreater at the plant. The plant is owned by Texas-based CVR Energy. Two employees were flown via helicopter to a local hospital...
Crane Collapse in Atlanta, Georgia
There was a crane collapse in Atlanta, Georgia on May 22, 2023. During the incident, a crane partially collapsed. It is unclear what caused the failure. At the time, the crane was not moving a load. The crane's counterweight fell into the under construction...
Workers Killed in Construction Collapse in Conroe, Texas
There was a deadly construction collapse in Conroe, Texas on May 23, 2023. According to reports, a house under construction collapsed during a storm. Two workers were killed, and at least seven injured. The house was being built in Ladera Creek Trace Subdivision. ...
Big Rig Crash in Lancaster, Texas
There was an 18-wheeler crash in Lancaster, Texas on May 21, 2023. During the incident, an 18-wheeler struck a disabled vehicle on Interstate 20. After the collision, the semi-truck left the roadway and overturned. At least one person was taken to a hospital with...
Fish processors face significant risks
Many people assume that maritime workers only work on seafaring vessels. However, the term also includes those who have jobs that support those workers. One career that’s classified as a maritime worker is fish processing. Due to the nature of this work, fish...
Commander 114TC Plane Crash in Palm City, Florida
There was a small plane crash in Palm City, Florida on May 21, 2023. According to reports, a Commander 114TC crashed while taking off from while taking off at Naked Lady Ranch. The plane caught fire after impact. The pilot has been identified as Paul Skilowitz....
Beechcraft 35 Plane Crash near Rougemont, North Carolina
There was a small plane crash near Rougemont, North Carolina on May 21, 2023. According to reports, a single-engine Beechcraft 35 crashed with only the pilot on board. The pilot was killed in the crash, which remains under investigation. There have been a number of...
Emergency Response Challenges at Offshore Wind Farms
Introduction Offshore wind farms, pivotal in the global shift towards renewable energy, pose unique emergency response challenges due to their remote locations, the complex nature of the technology, and the harsh environmental conditions in which they operate....