PECOS RIVER GAS PLANT
Incident Details
- Incident ID: 439844
- Date/Time Discovered: Apr 28, 2025 06:00
- Facility: PECOS RIVER GAS PLANT
- Physical Location: FROM THE INTERSECTION OF HWY 285 AND FM 652 IN ORLA TX TRAVEL NORTH ON FM 652 FOR 6.8 MILES SITE IS LOCATED ON SOUTH SIDE OF ROAD
- County: LOVING
- Event Type: MAINTENANCE
- RN Number: RN108793316
Description
SummaryAt the Pecos River Gas Plant in Texas, a chemical release occurred involving carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides (NOX), opacity, and volatile organic compounds (VOC). While carbon dioxide itself is not immediately toxic at typical industrial release levels, nitrogen oxides can cause respiratory irritation and breathing problems for people nearby. Residents in the surrounding area should monitor local health advisories, stay indoors if possible, and contact local authorities if they experience any unusual respiratory symptoms or health concerns.
What was emitted- 5235.87 POUNDS of Carbon Dioxide
- 2570.23 POUNDS of NOX
- 25.00 POUNDS of Opacity
- 48576.97 POUNDS of VOC
How did it happenPecos Gas Plant will be performing maintenance activities on the flash gas compressor system which during normal operations recovers condensate flash from inlet condensate and routes back into the process of the plant. Cardinal and contract maintenance personnel will be working as quickly and safely as possible to conduct this …