The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has issued a statement regarding an incident involving blade damage on a Vineyard Wind offshore turbine.

"Following the July 13, 2024, blade failure incident at Vineyard Wind, BSEE has issued a Suspension Order to Vineyard Wind to cease power production from all its wind turbine generators until it can be determined whether the blade failure affects any other VW turbines. The Suspension Order suspends power production on the lease area and suspends installation of new wind turbine generator construction: Those operations will remain shut down until the suspension is lifted. BSEE has also issued a Preservation Order to safeguard any evidence that may be relevant to determining the cause of the incident."

According to BSEE, there are no reported injuries or harm to marine resources or mammals resulting from the incident. BSEE officials are currently onsite with Vineyard Wind as investigations proceed. The agency will conduct an independent assessment to ensure the safety of future offshore renewable energy operations.