BRASKEM AMERICA
Incident Details
- Incident ID: 439872
- Date/Time Discovered: Apr 25, 2025 19:57
- Facility: BRASKEM AMERICA
- Physical Location: 8811 STRANG RD; LA PORTE, TX 77571
- County: HARRIS
- Event Type: EMISSIONS EVENT
- RN Number: RN102888328
Description
SummaryA chemical release occurred at the BRASKEM AMERICA facility involving multiple chemicals including carbon monoxide, ethylene, nitrogen oxides, propane, and propylene. The incident took place in Texas, and these chemicals can pose serious health risks to nearby residents. Carbon monoxide is particularly dangerous as it can cause breathing problems and potential poisoning, while other chemicals like propane and ethylene can be flammable and toxic if inhaled, so residents in the surrounding area should stay indoors, keep windows closed, and contact local emergency services if they experience any unusual symptoms or health concerns.
What was emitted- 417.20 POUNDS of Carbon Monoxide
- 0.40 POUNDS of Ethylene
- 61.20 POUNDS of Nitrogen Oxides
- 133.60 POUNDS of Propane
- 1025.50 POUNDS of Propylene
How did it happenThe C-Line Production Unit experienced a sudden loss of power, which resulted from a failed electrical transformer and led to an emergency shutdown of the C-Line Production Unit. During the controlled shutdown, some unreacted propylene was sent to the flare as a safety and emission reduction measure, which resulted in …