Geismar, LA – Four people were injured in Geismar at Renewable Energy Group when hydrogen released from a line and exploded on Thursday, September 3rd, 2015. The incident happened around 11:00 pm.
One employee was severely injured in the blast. Three contract workers were also injured. The Baton Rouge General Regional Burn Center reported one of the victims is listed in critical condition and another is listed in serious condition. Hospital officials said the third patient is listed in good condition, and the fourth was released.
APSO reported the investigation revealed hydrogen likely pressurized in a line being worked on and resulted in the gas being released. Investigators added an unidentified source ignited the released hydrogen, causing the explosion and fire.
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