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Dragon Aromatics plant explosion: introductions and reflections.

Authors :
Liang, G.
Source :
Natural Hazards; Oct2015, Vol. 79 Issue 1, p667-672, 6p
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

The article focuses on causes and consequence of an accident in Chinese petrochemical industry Tinenglong Aromatic PX Co. Ltd.'s plant engaged in aromatic compound paraxylene production as on April 6, 2015. Topics discussed include investigation reports hydrogen pipeline leakage in xylene facility, local agency blamed government and company management, similar incident of explosion reported in 2013 and State Council investigation teams formed to check all paraxylene plants' safety regulation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0921030X
Volume :
79
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Natural Hazards
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
109364905
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11069-015-1827-2