8-31-17

Fires and two explosions rocked a flooded Houston-area chemical plant early Thursday, sending up a plume that federal authorities described as “incredibly dangerous” and adding a potential new hazard to the aftermath of #Harvey. The blasts at the Arkema Inc. plant, about 25 miles (40 kilometers) northeast of Houston, also ignited a 30- to 40-foot flame. Local officials insisted that the explosion produced no toxins.

FEMA Chief: Plumes ‘Incredibly Dangerous’ After Chemical Plant Explosions Due To Harvey

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More Explosions Expected at Texas Chem. Plant

The French operator of a flooded Houston-area chemical plant says a fire was caused by the degradation of chemicals in containers lacking refrigeration and that up to eight more could burn and explode. (Aug. 31)

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Houston Refinery Explosion Will Endanger Local Communities

As Harvey continues to devastate the Gulf Coast, some fear the worst is yet to come.

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Two explosions were reported at a flooded chemical plant in #Texas

Explosions have been reported at a chemical plant near Houston, Texas, which was hit by flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. The Arkema plant in Crosby, Texas, is about 25 miles (40 kilometers) north east of Houston. It lost power and its backup generators amid Harvey’s deluge, leaving it without refrigeration for chemicals that become volatile as the temperature rises.

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