Valero Fire
Valero Texas City Refinery suffered another fire at its Texas City Refinery. This is the second incident at this refinery in the past few weeks. The recent explosion resulted in a death and multiple injuries. At this time, Valero is unclear regarding the cause of the fire. Although Valero is reporting no injuries, it is too early to determine the validity of these comments since the fire is still burning.
American Acryl Industrial Explosion
The American Acryl chemical plant suffered an industrial explosion this morning. Located in Seabrook, Texas on Port Road near Highway 146, this chemical plant makes products that are primarily used by Johnson & Johnson. A shelter in place has been issued for surrounding areas including Seabrook, League City, La Porte, Pasadena and nearby locations in Galveston County and Harris Countyn due to this industrial accident. The explosion was felt as far away as Pearland and Texas City. This is the second industrial accident and explosion in less than 10 days.
Motiva/Praxair Explosion
Praxair which operates inside Motiva's Port Arthur refinery suffered an industrial explosion today in Port Arthur, Jefferson County, Texas. Praxair has initially claimed no injuries. However, an investigation into the explosion is underway. Multiple industrial accidents have occurred in the area in the past week.
Valero Texas City Explosion
Valero Texas City Refinery suffered an industrial explosion on December 4, 2009, killing at least one person and leaving several dead. Other injuries will be reported as the investigation is ongoing. The refinery is located in Texas City. If you or a family member was injured, Burwell Nebout is handling claims for this industrial explosion.