U-M report says federal pipeline regulators rarely enforce safety rules, leaving Line 5 at risk By Kyle Davidson, Michigan Advance (May 8, 2026) "It cites an analysis from the Pipeline Safety Trust, an advocacy group, which argues … [Read more...] about U-M report says federal pipeline regulators rarely enforce safety rules, leaving Line 5 at risk
Pipeline Incident
‘Nothing changed’ says Olympic pipeline victim’s parents, after 5th leak in a year
'Nothing changed' says Olympic pipeline victim's parents, after 5th leak in a year By Chris Daniels, KOMO News (Dec. 4, 2025) “What we don't want to see is this just being a cost of doing business, but the fines really aren't … [Read more...] about ‘Nothing changed’ says Olympic pipeline victim’s parents, after 5th leak in a year
Consultant’s report finds no evidence of Penneco liability in Plum house explosion
Consultant's report finds no evidence of Penneco liability in Plum house explosion By Paula Reed Ward, Trib Live (Dec. 1, 2025) "Like the plaintiffs in the lawsuits, Hall believes there is a chance that an overpressurized line played … [Read more...] about Consultant’s report finds no evidence of Penneco liability in Plum house explosion
Olympic Pipeline operators fined $3.8M for 2023 fuel spill
Olympic Pipeline operators fined $3.8M for 2023 fuel spill By Isabella Breda, The Seattle Times (Nov. 25, 2025) "It’s the third known leak from the pipeline this year, according to the nonprofit Pipeline Safety Trust." … [Read more...] about Olympic Pipeline operators fined $3.8M for 2023 fuel spill
Leak in Olympic Pipeline: What we know so far
Leak in Olympic Pipeline: What we know so far By Katy Wade, KIRO7 (Nov. 25, 2025) Bill Caram, executive director of the nonprofit watchdog Pipeline Safety Trust, reports there have been four “significant incidents” involving the … [Read more...] about Leak in Olympic Pipeline: What we know so far
What are Pipeline Safety Management Systems or PSMS?
It’s 2010, the scene - Talmadge Creek, Marshall, Michigan. Talmadge Creek is a tributary of the Kalamazoo River, a critical waterway that spans 10 Michigan counties and ultimately empties into Lake Michigan. On Sunday, July 25, an Enbridge … [Read more...] about What are Pipeline Safety Management Systems or PSMS?
Oil and Gas Pipeline Safety Cases Plunge in First Months of Trump’s Second Term
Oil and Gas Pipeline Safety Cases Plunge in First Months of Trump’s Second Term By Catherine Cartier, Bloomberg (July 10, 2025) "But some observers remain skeptical. If pipeline operators sense that there’s no one policing the … [Read more...] about Oil and Gas Pipeline Safety Cases Plunge in First Months of Trump’s Second Term
A Transco Pipeline Plan to Boost Gas in Five States Would Sharply Increase Air Pollution in N.C. Towns
A Transco Pipeline Plan to Boost Gas in Five States Would Sharply Increase Air Pollution in N.C. Towns By Lisa Sorg, Inside Climate News (May 28, 2025) "Previous studies of pipeline accidents in Kentucky, Virginia and New Mexico have … [Read more...] about A Transco Pipeline Plan to Boost Gas in Five States Would Sharply Increase Air Pollution in N.C. Towns
South Salt Lake gas leak could have been much worse, why wasn’t it?
South Salt Lake gas leak could have been much worse, why wasn't it? By Julia Sandor, FOX 13 (April 28, 2025) Bill Caram, the Executive Director of the Pipeline Safety Trust, explained. “Often when we see an explosion, what’s … [Read more...] about South Salt Lake gas leak could have been much worse, why wasn’t it?
What are Fire Shutoff Valves and why should they be installed in all Gas Distribution Systems?
Required in the state of Massachusetts, and used in Germany since the 1990s, fire shutoff valves (FSVs) are a commercially available and cost-effective solution to improve pipeline safety. Following exposure to high heat, such as a fire, … [Read more...] about What are Fire Shutoff Valves and why should they be installed in all Gas Distribution Systems?