An increased number of gas release incidents have occurred in the Gulf of Mexico Region due to leaks from cracked welds, ring gaskets, flange gaskets, inlet nozzles, pipeline risers, suction headers, pressure safety valves (PSVs), and fuel gas lines. These gas release incidents involve deficiencies in Quality Assurance and Mechanical Integrity programs and are caused by corrosion of process piping and deterioration of flanges and gaskets.
Below are details on a few recent incidents: