Tag Archives: Explosion

Gas explosion investigation renders few answers, but corroded pipeline became evident

Posted on February 3, 2012 by integritythatworks

On Dec. 19, 2010, the home that Thuan Nguyen shared with his family in Chantilly, VA exploded. More than a year later, regulators still have not been able to pinpoint an exact cause for the disaster. In a November 2011 report, … Continue reading →

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Port Explosion Report Reveals Tank Corrosion “Easily” Detectable

Posted on November 21, 2011 by integritythatworks

An investigation into the cause of a Gibraltar port explosion last May has uncovered a litany of alleged physical faults and management shortfalls at the sullage plant operated by Nature Port Reception Facilities [Nature], including claims that storage tanks were … Continue reading →

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US Senate approves pipeline safety bill

Posted on October 20, 2011 by integritythatworks

The Senate unanimously approved a pipeline safety bill that stemmed from a spate of incidents, including last year’s deadly explosion in San Bruno, California. The measure had been held up by Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), who lifted his hold after reaching agreement with Democrats to add … Continue reading →

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