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West Fertilizer Corporation Texas Explosion

West Fertilizer Explosion in Texas-Report and video

February 1, 2016June 21, 2016 John Merriman

Jan 29, 2016– The US Chemical Safety Board today released an informational video about the deadly West Fertilizer plant explosion that took place in West, Texas which resulted in 15 fatalities, 260 injuries, and widespread community damage. The deadly fire and explosion occurred when about thirty tons of fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate (FGAN) exploded after […]

Australian Oil & Chemical Spill highlights issues of transportation safety

March 23, 2009November 3, 2014 John Merriman

The Australian state of Queensland declared parts of the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Island and Bribie Island disaster zones after a container ship belonging to the Swire Group leaked fuel during a storm. The oil spill has contaminated about 37 miles of pristine beaches and mangroves, reports say. Queensland’s Deputy Premier Paul Lucas said today the […]

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West Fertilizer Explosion in Texas-Report and video

Australian Oil & Chemical Spill highlights issues of transportation safety

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