Worker Killed in Wind Turbine Blade Accident

A tragic accident at the Golden Plains Wind Farm in Rokewood, Australia, resulted in the death of a 36-year-old technician who was crushed by a falling wind turbine blade. The incident occurred shortly after 8 AM local time as the site was undergoing construction for what is projected to be Australia's largest wind farm. Emergency responders were unable to revive the victim, and the site has since been closed while investigations by WorkSafe Victoria and local police are underway. The blades involved, weighing up to 22 tonnes and measuring over 60 metres in length, reportedly toppled from their supports during installation. This incident follows recent safety concerns raised by local farmers regarding turbine blade fragments landing on their properties. Vestas, the company managing the installation, expressed devastation over the loss and emphasized its commitment to workplace safety.