Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In September 2011, four oil workers died during a violent storm in the Gulf of Mexico.
The company they worked for accused an Australian vessel of gross negligence after it turned for shore and ignored their pleas for help.
This story originally aired on 4 March 2012.
#gulfofmexico #oil #truestory
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In September 2011, four oil workers died during a violent storm in the Gulf of Mexico.
The company they worked for accused an Australian vessel of gross negligence after it turned for shore and ignored their pleas for help.
This story originally aired on 4 March 2012.
#gulfofmexico #oil #truestory
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7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands including Sunrise, The Morning Show and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7NEWS nightly at 6pm and weekdays at 12pm and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.
