Boom trucks are indispensable in numerous high-risk industries, including construction, telecommunications, and utility sectors. These versatile vehicles elevate heavy materials and equipment, enhancing work efficiency but also introducing substantial safety risks,...
There was a deadly 18-wheeler crash in Rusk County, Texas on March 23, 2023. The crash occurred on U.S. Highway 259. During the crash, the 18-wheeler tanker truck ended up on top of a passenger vehicle. The driver of the passenger pickup truck was pronounced dead...
The recreational boat capsized in Hoover Reservoir in Ohio on March 25, 2023. The boat had two occupants when it capsized on Saturday afternoon. Unfortunately, heavy winds prevented rescue efforts. One person made it to shore, but the second occupant drowned. Our...
There was a crane accident in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on March 21, 2023. During the incident, a crane toppled over at a construction site, damaging a nearby building. The accident remains under investigation at this time. There have been a number of recent...
On March 26, 2023, the product tanker MONJASA REFORMER was boarded by pirates. The ship was off the coast of the Republic of Congo when it was attacked. According to reports, crew were able to muster on the vessel. It is unclear if the pirates remain on board. Safe...
The bulk carrier DYNAMIC STRIKER struck a concrete pier on March 25, 2023. At the time, the vessel was arriving at Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. The vessel was en route from St. Rose, Louisiana. It is unclear if anyone on board was injured in the incident. The...
The research vessel PETREL capsized on March 22, 2023. At the time, the vessel was in dry dock in Edinburgh, Scotland. Early reports indicate wind may have caused the vessel to fall onto its side. It is believed more than a dozen people were injured in the...
Electrical arc flashes are a critical safety concern in power plants, where the generation and distribution of high-voltage electricity can lead to these dangerous and potentially deadly incidents. This article explores the specific nature of arc flash hazards in...
There was a deadly explosion at the R.M. Palmer Co. chocolate plant in West Reading, Pennsylvania on March 24, 2023. Reports indicate that at least two workers were confirmed dead, with numerous others injured or missing at this time. The explosion was so large it...
There was a deadly crash at a construction project in Woodlawn, Maryland on March 22, 2023. According to reports, a vehicle traveling on northbound Interstate 695 went between the concrete barriers into a construction zone. The vehicle struck numerous workers before...