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Pipeline between Roanoke and Jennings explodes
Posted on 9/18/26 at 8:58 am
Posted on 9/18/26 at 8:58 am
A natural gas pipeline burst and ignited in Jeff Davis Parish, Louisiana, promptimg evacuations and traffic closures west of Jennings.
Current Situation & Safety Impacts
Highway Closures: U.S. Highway 90 is completely closed to traffic west of Jennings between Monger Road and La. 395.
School Lockdown: Welsh-Roanoke Junior High School has been placed under a precautionary lockdown.
Evacuations: Local emergency officials have ordered evacuations for the immediate surrounding area. Flames from the rupture remain highly visible across the area.
Injuries: No injuries have been reported. Emergency responders are actively working to clear and secure the scene.
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Current Situation & Safety Impacts
Highway Closures: U.S. Highway 90 is completely closed to traffic west of Jennings between Monger Road and La. 395.
School Lockdown: Welsh-Roanoke Junior High School has been placed under a precautionary lockdown.
Evacuations: Local emergency officials have ordered evacuations for the immediate surrounding area. Flames from the rupture remain highly visible across the area.
Injuries: No injuries have been reported. Emergency responders are actively working to clear and secure the scene.
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This post was edited on 9/18/26 at 9:01 am
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:01 am to stout
I just saw the NWS Lake Charles tweet about it.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:03 am to LegendInMyMind
A month ago that could have ignited a huge wildfire with everything as dry as it was
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:03 am to stout
Intentional?
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:04 am to stout
It definitely could have been a whole lot worse.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:05 am to stout
"The flames are minimal"
Do not let this person light the charcoal grill.
Do not let this person light the charcoal grill.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:10 am to stout
anyone know whos pipeline?
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:10 am to stout
How does a gas pipeline just explode unless intentional or someone hit it while digging?
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:11 am to stout
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:11 am to stout
Iranian drone
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:12 am to Helo
I don't know anything about pipelines but I do know that gas doesn't just spontaneously combust unless introduced to a spark.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:20 am to diat150
Boardwalks. Two 16 inch lines
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:20 am to Cosmo
It’s in the middle of a 2nd crop rice field. Not along any roads so no I don’t think intentional. Just piss poor control of the gas line company not maintaining their product lines more than likely.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:21 am to stout
It is in a flooded rice field though.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:22 am to Churchill
Yep no work was being done at there. From the farmer or the gas company.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:22 am to TDsngumbo
quote:
I don't know anything about pipelines but I do know that gas doesn't just spontaneously combust unless introduced to a spark.
well over-pressurization can lead to just that. But who knows WTH happened.
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:23 am to Helo
Corrosion is possible but cathodic protection is used to limit the corrosion.
Older pipelines are more susceptible to internal or external corrosion.
Older pipelines are more susceptible to internal or external corrosion.
quote:
Major Causes of Pipeline Leaks
Corrosion: Internal and external metal loss happens when pipe materials react chemically with moisture, soils, or transported fluids, creating small pinholes or weak spots.
Excavation and Third-Party Damage: Accidental strikes from construction equipment, digging, boring, or heavy machinery can gouge, dent, or puncture pipe walls.
Material and Equipment Failure: Aging infrastructure, poor welds, worn gaskets, or defective joints lose structural integrity after decades of continuous operation.
Natural Forces: Ground shifting, soil movement, earthquakes, thermal stress from temperature swings, and severe weather place heavy mechanical strain on underground lines.
Operational Errors: Pressure spikes, flow surges, or incorrect valve settings can exceed the pressure limits of a piping system.
This post was edited on 9/18/26 at 9:37 am
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:33 am to NorthEndZone
I’ve seen these older pipelines put in 50+ years ago have lost cover. I was doing some dirt work, and the gas company comes mark all their lines and one company wouldn’t let me move any dirt over their line because there was only 2ft of coverage instead of the 3ft that is required. All these older lines have to be getting weaker over the times and losing dirt cover.
This post was edited on 9/18/26 at 9:35 am
Posted on 9/18/26 at 9:39 am to Churchill
quote:
It is in a flooded rice field though.
Hopefully the crawfish survived.
If not, expect higher prices next spring
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