Sylvia Collins
Coverage of Sylvia Collins in the Nexus archive.
- Oak Cliff explosion survivor shares grief as investigations and lawsuits continue
A survivor of a deadly Oak Cliff apartment explosion shared his grief over losing three neighbors, including community activist Sylvia Collins, and discussed his physical and emotional recovery. Legal action has begun, with a wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of Collins' family. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation by Atmos Energy and the National Transportation Safety Board.
- Activist Sylvia Collins among 3 killed in Dallas apartment explosion, family says
Sylvia Collins, a Dallas community activist and precinct chair, was among three people killed in a gas line rupture that caused an apartment building explosion. The Dallas County Democratic Party and local leaders praised her advocacy and service. A subcontractor ruptured an Atmos gas line during soil sampling, and a candlelight vigil was planned to honor the victims.