November 17, 2024 - Update on Incident at Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations, LLC’s West Delta 32 Platform

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Created on Wednesday, 12 December 2024 13:42

Status Update on Incident at Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations, LLC's West Delta 32 Platform

Yesterday, Friday, November 16, Black Elk Energy Offshore Operations, LLC, reported a construction site incident and fire on the company's platform located at West Delta 32 Block, located in the Gulf of Mexico, approximately 17 miles southeast of Grand Isle, La.

The incident was promptly reported to local and federal emergency response agencies and an evacuation and rescue effort was started immediately. Of the workers who were on the platform at the time, two remain missing and four are still being treated in local hospitals.

Non-stop search and rescue efforts continue for the missing two workers. US Coast Guard vessels and aircraft, assisted by company personnel, have been systematically searching the area since yesterday morning.

This morning, John Hoffman, President and CEO, along with a team of safety and investigative personnel, helicoptered to the platform in order to conduct a first-hand evaluation of the site. The company continues to cooperate closely with all state and federal agencies. As reported yesterday, this platform was not in operation and had been shut in since mid-August. According to visual reports from this morning, there is no visible sheen in the vicinity of the platform.

At this time, every effort is being made to locate the two missing workers. The company deeply appreciates the expressions of prayer and support. Our total focus is on the missing workers and the proper care and attention for the injured and their families.

As more information becomes available, further updates will be provided.