The Boring Company's Vegas Loop tunnel has reached Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, marking progress on the University Center Drive loop. The tunnel, which began last month, will extend to the Las Vegas Convention Center's Silver Lot. The loop will feature two tunnels connecting three sites, with at least one tunnel expected to be operational by April 2025. The project aims to eventually include 93 stations and 68 miles of tunnels, enhancing transportation in Las Vegas.
The Boring Company's Hyperloop tunnel in Las Vegas reportedly contains dangerous chemical sludge that can burn the skin of workers, with some suffering permanent scars. The sludge, a byproduct of tunnel construction, has led to workplace safety violations and a fine of over $112,000 from Nevada's OSHA. Workers have described instances of skin burns and near-misses, including an intern almost being crushed by collapsing concrete bins. The Boring Company is contesting the violations, and the toxic sludge issue adds to a history of overstated promises and workplace violations within Elon Musk's business ventures.
