Accident Description
Accident: Macondo Blowout and Explosion
Location: Location: Offshore
Accident Occurred On: 20 April 2010 | Final Report Released On: 20 April 2016
Accident Type: Oil and Refining - Fire and Explosion
Investigation Status: The CSB's investigation was unanimously approved by the board.
On April 20, 2010, a sudden explosion and fire occurred on the oil rig. The accident resulted in the deaths of 11 workers and caused a massive, ongoing oil spill into the Gulf of Mexico. The rig was located approximately 50 miles southeast of Venice, Louisiana, and had a 126-member crew onboard.
Learn more about the CSB's Macondo Blowout and Explosion investigation here: https://www.csb.gov/macondo-blowout-and-explosion/