New Mexico pipeline incidents on the rise as EPA plans regulatory rollbacks for oil and gas By John Miller, Albuquerque Journal (Oct. 8, 2026) "I think people are generally surprised to learn that there is a significant pipeline … [Read more...] about New Mexico pipeline incidents on the rise as EPA plans regulatory rollbacks for oil and gas
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Two years before Oak Cliff explosion, feds looked into Atmos’ safety practices. What came of it?
Two years before Oak Cliff explosion, feds looked into Atmos' safety practices. What came of it? By Sue Ambrose, Dallas Morning News (Oct. 1, 2026) Bill Caram, executive director of the Pipeline Safety Trust, expressed dismay. “This … [Read more...] about Two years before Oak Cliff explosion, feds looked into Atmos’ safety practices. What came of it?
Enbridge Line 5 spill prompts calls for state disaster declaration
Enbridge Line 5 spill prompts calls for state disaster declaration By Jessica Gatzow, WTMJ (Sept. 17, 2026) “It’s in the largest five [highly volatile liquid spills] in the entire country in those 40 years. . . and it’s in the top 15 … [Read more...] about Enbridge Line 5 spill prompts calls for state disaster declaration
Just outside U.P., cleanup continues weeks after Line 5 pipeline spill
Just outside U.P., cleanup continues weeks after Line 5 pipeline spill By Keith Matheny, Detroit Free Press (Sept. 14, 2026) "That's among the largest natural gas liquids spills ever recorded nationally, said Bill Caram, executive … [Read more...] about Just outside U.P., cleanup continues weeks after Line 5 pipeline spill
Why did Trump reopen California’s Santa Barbara oil pipeline after 11 years? Explained
Why did Trump reopen California's Santa Barbara oil pipeline after 11 years? Explained By Durva More, Hindustan Times (July 14, 2026) "Safety experts say the pipeline design remains vulnerable to corrosion. Bill Caram, Executive … [Read more...] about Why did Trump reopen California’s Santa Barbara oil pipeline after 11 years? Explained
PHMSA PROPOSES UPDATES
PHMSA PROPOSES UPDATES By Carlos Anchondo, Politico (July 7, 2026) "Using modern inspection data to 'focus on pipeline flaws most likely to fail has real value,' said Bill Caram, executive director of the watchdog group Pipeline … [Read more...] about PHMSA PROPOSES UPDATES
Nicetown residents want answers after investigation finds PGW not responsible for deadly natural gas explosion
Nicetown residents want answers after investigation finds PGW not responsible for deadly natural gas explosion By Zoë Read, WHYY (July 7, 2026) "Gas leaks and explosions can be caused by mistakes during contract work, loose fittings … [Read more...] about Nicetown residents want answers after investigation finds PGW not responsible for deadly natural gas explosion
Oak Cliff tragedy shows finding gas lines not foolproof; experts say system has weaknesses
Oak Cliff tragedy shows finding gas lines not foolproof; experts say system has weaknesses By Sue Ambrose, Chase Rogers, Dallas Morning News (July 7, 2026) "Regulations also need to be stricter, and financial penalties have to be … [Read more...] about Oak Cliff tragedy shows finding gas lines not foolproof; experts say system has weaknesses
DOT proposes to extend inspection timelines for pipeline storage tanks
DOT proposes to extend inspection timelines for pipeline storage tanks By Carlos Anchondo, E&E News (June 1, 2026) “We don’t yet know whether PHMSA has paired the longer intervals with adequate safeguards,” said Bill Caram, the … [Read more...] about DOT proposes to extend inspection timelines for pipeline storage tanks
Why firefighters prefer gas thermal shutoff valves?
Why firefighters prefer gas thermal shutoff valves? By Isabelle Crow, Fire & Safety Journal Americas (Dec. 8, 2025) "Recognizing the urgency, Rep. Laura Friedman (CA-30) and Bill Caram, Executive Director of the Pipeline Safety … [Read more...] about Why firefighters prefer gas thermal shutoff valves?