Bohai 2 oil rig disaster

Oil rig accident attorneys need to always investigate the weather and the role it plays in an accident. On November 25, 1979, The Bohai No. 2 jack-up, which was operated by the Ocean Oil Company sank in a storm with fierce winds. At the time of its sinking, it was being towed in the Gulf of Bohai, which is between China and Korea. 72 of the 74 persons on board perished.

Apparently, huge waves washed over the main deck and broke a ventilator pump free, causing it to puncture a hole in the deck. Eventually, the horrendous weather and lack of stability casued by the flooding caused the jack-up to capsize and then sink.  The crew was apparently not properly trained on emergency procedures and the use of lifesaving equipment.

Contact Texas oil rig accident lawyer Scott Nelson if you or a loved one has been hurt and need assistance. Mr. Nelson serves Houston, Galveston, Victoria, Laredo, Corpus Christi and all of Texas.