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  • Seconds from Disaster Explosion in the North Sea (Season 1, Episode 10)
  • TV Episode | 47 min | Documentary

Seconds from Disaster

Explosion in the North Sea (Season 1, Episode 10)
TV Episode | 47 min | Documentary
Detailed account of the Piper Alpha oil rig that was destroyed in 1988 after a gas leak caused by faulty maintenance led to a series of massive explosions. Includes testaments from eye witnesses and survivors.
Director
Dan Gold
Editor
Robin Peters
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Status
Edit Released
Updated Oct 5, 2004
Release date
Oct 5, 2004 (United Kingdom)
Awards
Series awards
3 wins & 1 nomination

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