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Leaping From a Burning Oil Rig: Piper Alpha Down

Real Survival Stories

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Survival on the Piper Alpha

This chapter recounts the events leading up to the devastating explosion on the Piper Alpha oil rig in 1988, told through the eyes of offshore worker Joe Meenan. It explores the harrowing moments of chaos and survival as the rig transforms from a bustling work environment to a scene of disaster. The narrative also reflects on the journey of individuals drawn to the oil industry, highlighting the challenges and dangers inherent in their work.

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