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The Worst Oil Rig Explosion in History | Piper Alpha Disaster
The Piper Alpha oil platform suffered a catastrophic explosion, leaving most workers trapped in an inferno at sea. This disaster led to major changes in offshore safety - but what really caused it?
Christian Science Monitor1y
Louisiana oil rig explosion
Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the ...
Leaping From a Burning Oil Rig: Piper Alpha Down
In July 1988, a fire breaks out on a vast oil rig in the North Sea, trapping Joe Meanen.
U.S.-flagged tanker, cargo ship in North Sea collision off coast of England, setting both vessels on fire
A port official said he was told the North Sea collision produced "a massive fireball" and the cargo ship's owner said one ...
The Africa Report1d
Pipeline explosion threatens Nigerian oil exports amid Rivers State political crisis
A critical crude oil pipeline in Nigeria’s Rivers State exploded early on Tuesday, threatening significant disruptions to the ...
PBS6d
bp oil spill
BP has reached an $18.7 billion settlement with the federal government and five states, effectively ending litigation stemming from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon rig explosion and subsequent oil spill.
Oil tanker Stena Immaculate on fire off UK coast after being hit by cargo vessel
Search and rescue helicopters were seen beside the Oil tanker MC Stena Immaculate after it burst into flames while anchoring ...
WWLTV6y
Thousands of cleanup workers that claim BP oil spill made them sick haven't had their day in court
In the sea of fines, fees and compensation BP has paid to individuals, businesses, governments and lawyers for its 2010 oil spill, one group of claimants stands out for missing out on the billions.