Accident-Prone Intersection in Houston to Get Stop Light

When an intersection is the repeated site of horrible accidents, officials will eventually wise up and respond with preventative measures. That’s exactly what’s happening at the intersection of North Eldridge Parkway and Patterson Road in Houston—the site of numerous fatal car accidents in the last several years. According to the Houston Chronicle, the intersection has … Continued


Harris County Chemical Plant Accident Results in Pinning Death

A Houston man died last month while working at a chemical plant in southeast Harris County, according to the Houston Chronicle. The accident happened when he was pinned against the wall by an earthmover. He died at the scene, providing a sobering lesson in heavy-equipment safety. The man’s identity has not been released, and the … Continued


Houston Construction Worker Hit by 18-Wheeler

Forty-two-year-old Manuel DeJesus Rivas was setting up a sign near the Crest Drive Exit of I-35 one early morning last month when he was hit by an 18-wheeler. The big rig continued on its path without stopping, while Rivas died. Police are seeking the driver of the truck as well as another witness who they … Continued


Students Nearly Drown at Houston Diving School

People go to trade school to learn how to do a job safely and effectively. They rarely consider that an accident could take place during the learning process. But that’s what happened to two students who were taking classes on underwater welding and construction. According to KHOU.com, two students nearly drowned at The Ocean Corporation, … Continued


ATVs Pose Risks for Area Hunters, Outdoor Enthusiasts

Hunting season is nearly upon us, and many people will take to the Texas countryside in all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). These small vehicles pose a host of risks, and one accident can lead to a lifetime of consequences. ATVs often weigh hundreds of pounds and are easily tipped. Riding an ATV that tips on you could … Continued


Refinery Fires Can Be Catastrophic

The above title was taken from a thoughtful and informative piece published in the Gulf News. This isn’t a Gulf of Mexico news source, but one from the other side of the country—where many of the same concerns exist because of the similar presence of the oil industry. According to the piece, there are huge … Continued


Working Behind the Wheel Causes Accidents

Texting while driving is commonly attributed to teen drivers. But, as this article from EHS Today points out, the modern professional is often similarly at fault for multitasking behind the wheel. The article says that the current economic situation, the need to work harder and longer hours, and growing demands placed on employees have all … Continued


Red-Light Camera Woes: Worth the Benefits?

An activist is protesting the use of red-light cameras in Sugar Land, taking his concerns to the Municipal Court to vent his frustrations. The cameras are there to snap photos of people running red lights, sending them tickets by mail in an effort to reduce accidents. “Red-light cameras are unfair to the driving public because … Continued


ATVs Particularly Dangerous for Children

Children between the ages of 5 and 12 have more emergency room visits for ATV accidents than other age groups, according to Dr. David E. Wesson of the Texas Children’s Hospital. The number of children treated there for injuries in ATV accidents rose from 14 in 2008 to 26 so far this year. “Although we … Continued


Texans Fan Falls From Escalator, Dies

A 25-year old Houston man was killed last week during a preseason Texans game at Reliant Stadium. Reports indicate he fell five stories, from an escalator within the stadium. Police are calling the fall an accident and say he was traveling down on the escalator when the accident occurred. He was treated at the scene … Continued