Orphan oil well explosion in Washington County injures 6; 4 ...
Aug 26, 2025 · WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ohio (WTAP) - Multiple crews are responding to an oil rig explosion near Frontier High School and Leith Run Recreation Area and Campground.
Explosion at Ohio orphan well had 6 life-flighted, 5 in ...
Aug 25, 2025 · The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management has sent an Emergency Response team to Washington County to assess a reported …
Oil Rig Explosion Rocks Independence Township On Ohio-West ...
Aug 25, 2025 · An oil rig explosion rocked Washington County, Ohio, on Monday afternoon, injuring at least five people, according to local fire officials. The blast occurred while a contractor was plugging …
Deepwater Horizon - Wikipedia
On 20 April 2010, while drilling in the Gulf of Mexico at the Macondo Prospect, a blowout caused an explosion on the rig that killed 11 crewmen and ignited a fireball visible from 40 miles (64 km) away. [9]
Oil Rig Explosion: Devastating Fatalities - ulg.law
Dec 8, 2025 · An oil rig explosion is one of the most devastating industrial disasters imaginable, resulting in tragic loss of life, massive environmental damage, and complex legal battles.
What Causes Oil Rig Explosion? 6 Common Causes
Nov 7, 2025 · Oil platforms have a high risk of fire or explosion even though water surrounds them. Here are some of the most common causes of oil rig explosions.
State sends team to Washington County for reported well explosion
Aug 25, 2025 · An Emergency Response Team from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management and multiple area fire departments are responding …