A fatal accident occurred at an Atlas fracking site off U.S. Highway 285, south of Pecos, on [date], resulting in one worker’s death and another suffering a severe injury.
According to the Reeves County Emergency Management Office, one individual was found deceased at the scene with fatal injuries, while another sustained the loss of an arm. The incident took place around 8:45 PM.
Authorities have secured the area, and an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the accident. The identities of those involved have not yet been released.
Officials urge the public to avoid the area until further notice as the investigation continues. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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