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2 workers critically injured at Laredo well site
By Emma Galle at KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Two workers were critically injured at a well site in northwest Laredo on Saturday, June 27, and investigators are working to determine what went wrong.Around 11 a.m., a driver carrying an injured worker flagged down a Webb County deputy. The deputy escorted the vehicle to a...
Key takeaway Investigators then sent units to Fasken Oil and Ranch, located off Farm-to-Market Road 1472.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The incident at the Fasken Oil and Ranch well site raises concerns about workplace safety in Laredo's energy industry. With the city's economy heavily reliant on oil and gas production, ensuring the well-being of workers at these sites is crucial. The fact that two workers were critically injured while on a work platform suggests that a thorough investigation is necessary to identify the cause of the accident and prevent similar incidents in the future. The response by local authorities, including the Webb County deputy, fire department, and Fire Marshal, demonstrates the city's capacity to respond to emergencies. As the investigation unfolds, residents will be watching to see what measures are taken to improve safety protocols at well sites across the area. The outcome of this investigation will have implications for the local energy industry and the community at large, particularly in terms of preventing future accidents and protecting workers' lives.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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What is this story about? LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Two workers were critically injured at a well site in northwest Laredo on Saturday, June 27, and investigators are working to determine what went wrong.Around 11 a.m., a driver carrying an injured worker flagged down a Webb County deputy. The deputy escorted the vehicle to a...
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