When fuel, oil or another hazardous liquid is released during an accident, equipment failure or transportation incident, one of the first questions emergency responders must answer is simple: Where is the spill going? A relatively contained release can become a much larger environmental incident if liquid reaches a storm drain, ditch, culvert, creek or other waterway. For fire departments, HazMat teams and other first responders, rapid containment can therefore be just as imp

Refinery turnaround hot work can create overlooked vapor risks through drains and sewers openings. Early planning can help reduce disruption and improve safety.