DELTA AIRLINE D3ADLY TIRE EXPLOSION

that's just tragic and heartbreaking and you know every day that we we get up and we go in there we we realize that we may not come home tires uh engines you know there's just a lot of equipment out there you know that that requires a lot of safety safety is is one of the most critical and most important things when you have a a a dangerous job like we do out there on the ramp no one goes to work expecting to not come home so um when that type of thing happens uh it's a shock for everyone today I want to share a somber story that underscores the hidden dangers of industrial work two workers lost their lives and one was seriously injured in a tragic Tire explosion at a Delta Airlines maintenance facility near Atlanta airport this incident has sent shock waves through the community and the industry highlighting the everpresent risks that workers face daily the incident occurred during the disassembly of wheel components at Delta Tech Ops a facility responsible for maintaining Delta's aircraft and others the explosion was so powerful that it left one of the workers merco marag unrecognizable the sheer force of the blast was felt throughout the facility causing immediate chaos and confusion his identity had to be confirmed Through Tattoos and a work lanyard merco marag and Luis Alder were the victims while a third worker remains hospitalized the injured worker is currently receiving intensive Medical Care and the prognosis remains uncertain Miro marag a resident of Stone Mountain Georgia dedicated over two decades to Delta Airlines he was just months away from retirement ready to enjoy a well-deserved break his family remembers him as a loving and supportive father his son Andre recalled a recent moment where Miro helped him change his motorcycle oil this small act of kindness epitomized the man he was always present always supportive miro's colleagues also remember him as a mentor and a friend someone who was always willing to lend a helping hand or share his vast knowledge this small act of kindness epitomized the man he was always present always supportive Luis Alor the other victim was equally cherished by his family and friends known for his infectious smile and positive attitude Luise had a way of brightening up any room he walked into his loss is deeply felt by all who knew him the cause of the explosion remains unknown the occupational safety and health administ ation or OSHA has launched an investigation to uncover the factors that led to this heartbreaking event Delta Airlines is collaborating with authorities to ensure a thorough investigation the company has also pledged to support the families of the victims during this difficult time this tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks involved in industrial work it's a call to enforce stringent safety protocols to protect workers and prevent similar incidents in the future the findings from the investigation will will hopefully provide answers and help avert such devastating events in the meantime Delta has temporarily halted similar maintenance activities to review and enhance their safety measures for now we remember mirco marag and Luis Alder who lost their lives in the line of duty their families friends and colleagues are left to mourn their untimely departure Memorial services are being planned to honor their lives and contributions the community Has Come Together offering support and condolences to The Grieving families as we await more details from the investigation let's take a moment to reflect on the importance of safety in the workplace every worker deserves to come home safely at the end of the day this incident is a sobering reminder of the sacrifices made by those who work in high-risk environments it is a call to action for all Industries to prioritize the safety and well-being of their employees thank you for watching stay safe