Trash compactors are essential tools in many industrial and commercial settings, significantly improving waste management efficiency. However, they also pose significant risks, one of the most dangerous being the risk of fire. This article explores the specific...
There was an explosion at the Honeywell Plant in Geismar, Louisiana on January 23, 2023. Following the explosion there was a release of toxic hydrogen fluoride and chlorine. A shelter in place was ordered as a result. It is unclear if anyone was injured as a...
There was an explosion at the Quick Turn Anodizing facility in Guthrie, Kentucky on January 17, 2023. At the time, a truck was pumping chemical waste from the facility. One person was killed and four others were injured in the explosion. The investigation into the...
There was an explosion and fire at the Phillips 66 Refinery tank farm in Borger, Texas on January 17, 2023. The explosion occurred around 10:15 in the morning. The incident resulted in nearby Highway 136 being shutdown to traffic. Six people at the refinery...
There was a fire at the Carus Chemical Company plant in LaSalle, Illinois on January 11, 2023. Nearby residents were recommended to shelter in place as a result of the incident and potential chemical release. It is unknown at this time what led to the explosion....
There was a fire at the Celanese Industrial chemical plant in Pasadena, Texas on January 6, 2023. The plant is located at 9502 Bayport Boulevard. It is unclear if anyone was inured in the fire. There have been a number of incidents at industrial and manufacturing...
There was a fire at a Sulfur Plant in Atmore, Alabama on January 6, 2023. According to reports, a fire broke out in a warehouse at Tiger-Sul Products. A shelter in place was issued for nearby residents. It is unclear if anyone was burned in the fire. The incident...
There was an oil spill due to a ruptured pipeline in Corpus Christi Bay on December 25, 2022. According to reports, a pipeline located near the Flint Hills Resources Ingleside facility ruptured in at least three places. As a result, at least 3,800 gallons of light...
There was a fire at the Suncor refinery in Commerce City, Colorado on December 24, 2022. According to reports, a fire broke out as a result of vapor release at the refinery. Two workers were burned as a result, and transported to a local hospital. The incident...
There was a deadly ammonia leak at a plant in Norwood, Massachusetts on December 19, 2022. According to reports, two contractors were exposed to ammonia when a pipe was severed. One contractor was able to escape, but the second one died as a result of the exposure. ...