Fire erupts during workover: Rear tyres burn, crew misfires – 30 Jun 2025

A night-time riser installation turned into a full-blown fire as rear tyres melted, fire monitors failed, and a welder was inexplicably assisting the drilling team.

The fire water system failed in real-time—leaky hoses and a choked monitor left the fire team helpless during the critical first minutes of the emergency.

A calibrated gas detector installed at the bell nipple didn’t raise an alarm—casting serious doubts on sensor reliability and inspection procedures.

While ERP-compliant fire drills were conducted, real fire response was disorganized and ineffective—raising alarms about training depth and oversight.