“Dangerously Close:” CSB Examines the Fatal Explosion in West, Texas
A new safety video from the U.S. Chemical Safety Board details its findings and recommendations on the fatal West Fertilizer explosion and fire.
The U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) on Jan. 29 released a safety video that explores the fatal April 17, 2013, fire and explosion at the West Fertilizer Co. in West, Texas, which resulted in 15 fatalities, more than 260 injuries and widespread community damage. The deadly fire and explosion occurred when approximately 30 tons of fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate (FGAN) exploded after a fire at the storage and distribution facility caused it to heat up.
