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Three people are dead and two are injured following an industrial accident of a scaffolding at the Port Arthur LNG site in Sabine Pass, according to Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Capt. Crystal Holmes.  

According to reports, the 911 calls occurred around 2 a.m. after the scaffolding holding the five men gave way, causing part of the scaffolding to buckle, killing three. Previously, two workers were reported dead and another fell and was taken to the hospital; they later died. Two other men did not fall and are not facing life-threatening injury. All involved were reported Bechtel employees. 

The Port Arthur Fire Department responded to the call along with Port Arthur LNG response team.    

The Sheriff’s Office has detectives on the scene and OSHA is set to investigate the cause. Justice of the Peace, Precinct 7, Brad Burnett, has ordered autopsies for the three dead.

The site has been closed for the day. No names have been officially released so far.

 

The following is public statement from Bechtel on the events:

Bechtel Statement on Port Arthur LNG Incident:

We are deeply saddened to confirm a tank jump form system incident occurred at elevation on April 29 at the Port Arthur LNG construction site, resulting in three fatalities and two injuries. Our thoughts are with the families and our colleagues affected by this tragic incident.

All work at the site was immediately stopped following the incident, and we have sent all craft professionals home early to be with their families during this difficult time. We are cooperating fully with local authorities as investigations continue and have launched our own internal review. Supporting those impacted and ensuring site safety remain our top priorities.

Further information will be shared as it becomes available.