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CSB Releases New Video, “Safety Pays Off: The Value of Vigilance”
The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released a new video outlining the importance of safety at chemical facilities and the significant role that the CSB plays in protecting the American people and…
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CSB Releases Safety Video on the Fatal 2020 Explosion
The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) released a new safety video on its investigation into the fatal December 8, 2020, explosion at the Optima Belle chemical facility in Belle, West Virginia. The…
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VIDEO: Major Blaze Erupts at Chemical Factory in Hyderabad’s Cherlapalli
A significant fire broke out at a chemical factory in Hyderabad’s Cherlapalli area on Tuesday evening, triggering widespread alarm among residents. Firefighting units were swiftly deployed to the scene, where emergency response…
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Bio Dynamic Penalized £300,000 After Explosion Severely Injures Two Workers
An electricity production company utilizing anaerobic digestion to convert food waste into energy has been fined over £300,000 following an explosion that left two employees with severe, life-altering injuries. The incident occurred…
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Explosion at IOCL Refinery in Vadodara, Gujarat
An explosion and subsequent fire occurred at the Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) refinery in Vadodara, Gujarat, resulting in the deaths of two workers and injuring another individual. The incident took place on…
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Explosion at Lithium Battery Recycling Facility in Missouri Causes Fire; No Injuries Reported
On October 30, 2024, a fire broke out at a lithium-ion battery recycling plant near Fredericktown, Missouri, around 2:30 p.m. Smoke was visible from Critical Mineral Recovery, a facility specializing in the…
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Greek oil tanker still ablaze in Red Sea two weeks after attack – Video
A Greek-owned tanker called the MV Sounion, carrying a million barrels of oil, is still in flames following an attack by Yemeni Houthi rebels on August 21st. Source: AP
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