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NTSB releases official report on San Bruno explosion

Posted on September 27, 2011 by integritythatworks

On Monday, September 26, The National Transportation Safety Board released its full report into the investigation of the deadly PG&E gas line explosion in San Bruno that killed eight people, injured several others and destroyed several homes. Federal officials last … Continue reading →

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House pipeline bill would delay new safety measures

Posted on September 22, 2011 by integritythatworks

As the President considers whether to approve the controversial Keystone XL pipeline, a bill in the U.S. House of Representatives would prohibit regulators from implementing safety rules recommended by the National Transportation Safety Board. The agency charged with regulating the … Continue reading →

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San Bruno one year on…Consumers will be asked to help pay for billions in gas pipeline upgrades needed after Bay Area blast.

Posted on September 9, 2011 by integritythatworks

Three of California’s largest utilities are asking customers to help pay for nearly $4 billion in pipeline safety projects needed after last year’s deadly San Bruno disaster. Power companies and private operators across the nation are racing to improve the … Continue reading →

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