More Workers Killed, Injured In Second Texas Natural Gas Pipeline Blast
On June 8th, a fatal natural gas pipeline explosion in Texas marked the second in as many days, as two men were killed in a remote part of the Texas Panhandle. The accident occurred near the rural town of Darrouzett, close to the Texas-Oklahoma border.
In addition to the two deaths from the blast, at least three other workers were injured, with one person being transported by helicopter to a hospital in Oklahoma City.
Media reports indicate that the workers accidentally hit an underground gas pipeline with a bulldozer while removing caliche from a pit. The work was being performed for a dirt-contracting company; caliche is a common ingredient used in construction cement, and is found in abundance in northern Texas on the Staked Plains.
As in the case of previous day's explosion southwest of Dallas, questions remain as to whether the crew was properly informed of the gas line's position, and whether the gas line itself was properly referenced on site maps and marked with warning signs on the ground.
Once again, experienced industrial accident attorneys will be a valuable resource to aid those who were harmed in the natural gas pipeline explosion.
Arnold & Itkin LLP stands ready to help if you or a family member has suffered a serious injury due to a catastrophic event. Call toll free at (866) 222-2606 or contact us online. We will arrange for a free consultation and provide a candid evaluation of your claim.
