江西强化油气管道保护

Core Viewpoint - The protection of oil and gas pipelines is crucial for national energy security and the safety of surrounding residents, with strict regulations in place to prevent unauthorized activities and ensure safe operation [1][2]. Regulatory Framework - The "Law on the Protection of Oil and Gas Pipelines of the People's Republic of China" prohibits actions such as unauthorized valve operation, pipeline damage, and modification of markings [1]. - Heavy vehicles are banned from traveling on pipeline patrol roads, and deep-rooted plants, mechanical excavation, and construction are prohibited within 5 meters on either side of the pipeline centerline [1]. - Activities like anchoring, sand excavation, stone mining, and underwater blasting are forbidden within 500 meters of river crossing sections [1]. - Construction or operations related to railways, highways, and power lines near pipelines require prior approval and must adhere to national technical standards [1]. Company Operations - The National Pipeline Network Group's West-to-East Gas Transmission Company operates 1,335.5 kilometers of natural gas pipelines in Jiangxi, covering 11 prefecture-level cities and 100 counties [1]. - By 2025, the company plans to supply nearly 4.8 billion cubic meters of natural gas to the Jiangxi region [1]. Safety Importance - The high-pressure, flammable, and explosive nature of the substances transported through oil and gas pipelines necessitates stringent safety measures to protect both national energy security and the safety of local residents [2]. - The safety of pipeline operations is emphasized as critical, with any negligence potentially leading to irreversible tragedies [2].