There was a medical emergency on the oil tanker SFL FRASER on November 3, 2024. At the time, the vessel was 35 miles off the coast of Port Aransas, Texas. One crew member was medevaced by a Coast Guard helicopter. The crew member, believed to have sustained a heart...
Offshore workers, including those on oil rigs, drilling platforms, and vessels, face uniquely high risks when severe weather strikes. Tropical Storm Rafael, like other tropical storms, poses serious dangers for those working at sea, where high winds, massive waves,...
There was a deadly boat accident on Lake Osborne in Palm Beach County, Florida on November 2, 2024. During the incident, the bow of a 20-foot pontoon boat dipped suddenly. An 11-year-old girl on the boat was thrown into the water where she was hit by the boat's...
Electrical systems are critical to refinery operations, powering everything from lighting and control systems to heavy machinery. But when electrical systems malfunction or are handled unsafely, they pose a serious risk of injury or death. Electrical accidents at...
The Dangers of Toxic Chemical Exposure in Fracking Fracking operations involve the use of a complex mixture of chemicals to extract oil and gas from underground rock formations. These chemicals, many of which are highly toxic, pose a significant risk to workers,...
There was a crane accident in Colorado Springs, Colorado on November 3, 2024. According to reports, a boom lift struck a power pole during work on Sunday. The crane made contact with the power lines, resulting in sparks flying. Witnesses indicate that wind at the...
The Rising Risk of Electrical Hazards on Wind Farms As wind energy expands, the demand for skilled workers to build, operate, and maintain these farms also grows. However, wind farms present unique electrical hazards, as turbines generate and transmit high-voltage...
There was a plane crash in Anchorage, Alaska on November 2, 2024. The plane, a single-engine CubCrafters Super Cub crashed while attempting to take off at Lake Hood. The pilot was injured in the crash. Additional details regarding the crash have not yet been...
There was a fire on the dredge Stuyvesant on November 2, 2024. At the time, the dredge was near Mayport, Florida. The fire is reported to have started in the dredge's engine room. One crew member was severely burned in the incident, and taken to shore by a Coast...
Boating accidents are a common cause of serious injuries and fatalities, particularly during peak recreational seasons. Whether on lakes, rivers, or open seas, the risks associated with boating can increase due to operator negligence, mechanical failure, or hazardous...