As in previous years, oil field accidents continue to occur in 2023. One of the most significant accidents resulted in the death of a worker in 2018.
In 2019, there was a pipe explosion and a major fire with serious consequences. The entire population near the facility was evacuated.
The West Texas oilfield accident with the highest number of injuries and fatalities occurred in 2023. This accident resulted in the death of 3 workers. The value of this case was 6.5 million dollars.
The accident caused a huge explosion and the entire population volunteered as firefighters.