Government    Safety Information for Government & Safety Officials You can protect your community by familiarizing yourself with the location of pipelines and by knowing how to identify, respond to and prevent a pipeline leak or rupture. Although unlikely, pipeline leaks can be dangerous. They require caution and immediate action. In the unlikely event of a pipeline incident, Explorer’s priorities are the same as yours—protect life, property and the environment. In addition to 24-hour monitoring and ongoing safety and security procedures, Explorer relies on local government and safety official to help protect the pipeline and right-of-way by notifying the company regarding potential damage or right-of-way issues.