US police are investigating after the death of two turbine maintenance workers at Orsted’s 230MW Plum Creek wind farm (pictured) in Nebraska.
The Danish developer said the two men were employed by WindCom, a supplier to turbine manufacturer GE Vernova.
Wayne County Sheriff’s Office said the maintenance crew experienced an “equipment failure”, which resulted in both men falling from a turbine located south of Winside.
Both men, aged 46 and 37, were pronounced dead at the scene, according to the police.
Wayne County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Winside Volunteer Fire Department.
“The accident remains under investigation,” according to the police force.
Orsted head of US communications and public affairs Tory Mazzola said: “There was a tragic incident Saturday at Plum Creek Wind Farm that resulted in two fatalities.
“Our deepest condolences go out to the WindCom technicians’ families, and we are working with their employers to support them in any way we can. An active investigation is underway with the proper authorities.”
Plum Creek has been in commercial operation since 2020 comprising 82 GE Vernova 2.8MW turbines.