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Watson Grinding Fatal Explosion and Fire

Houston, TX · Final report 2023-06-29

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The massive explosion fatally injured two workers and caused extensive damage to nearby structures.

The U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board (CSB) is an independent federal agency that investigates serious chemical accidents to determine root causes and issue safety recommendations. It has no regulatory or enforcement authority — its power is the public investigation.

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Source: U.S. Chemical Safety Board. License: CC0 1.0. Related: EPA RMP facilities nearby.