UL TALLEY-DIXON CTB

Incident Details
Description

SummaryAt the UL Talley-Dixon CTB facility in Texas, a chemical release occurred involving benzene, carbon monoxide, and natural gas volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Benzene is a known carcinogen that can cause serious health risks with prolonged exposure, while carbon monoxide is a toxic gas that can be deadly in high concentrations. Residents near the facility should immediately evacuate the area, avoid direct contact with any chemical vapors, stay upwind from the release site, and contact local emergency services to report the incident and get further safety instructions.

What was emitted
  • 16.00 POUNDS of Benzene
  • 6502.00 POUNDS of Carbon Monoxide
  • 6682.90 POUNDS of Natural Gas VOCs

How did it happenETC gas sales line not installed