Monday, July 29, 2013
San Bruno Pipeline Explosion results in record fine against PG&E
The explosion of a pipeline in San Bruno, California, resulted in a record fine being imposed on Pacific Gas and Electric, the owner of the pipeline.
PG&E are now face with $2.5bn in safety upgrades for their pipelines in addition to the fine.
U.S. pipeline regulator PHMSA are taking a tougher stance against pipeline owners who neglect to monitor their pipelines for corrosion and other forms of degradation. More: http://fuelfix.com/blog/2013/07/17/calif-seeks-record-fine-in-pipeline-explosion-2/
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