SEMINOLE GAS PROCESSING PLANT

Incident Details
Description

SummaryA chemical release occurred at the Seminole Gas Processing Plant involving multiple dangerous gases including carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, natural gas, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide. Located in the Seminole area of Texas, this incident released several toxic chemicals that can be extremely harmful to human health if inhaled. Residents near the facility should immediately stay indoors, close all windows and doors, avoid outdoor exposure, and contact local emergency services if they experience any respiratory symptoms like difficulty breathing, chest pain, or unusual headaches.

What was emitted
  • 82.00 POUNDS of Carbon Monoxide
  • 10.00 POUNDS of Hydrogen Sulfide
  • 77.00 POUNDS of Non-Methane Non-Ethane Natural Gas
  • 10.00 POUNDS of Oxides of Nitrogen (NOx)
  • 946.00 POUNDS of Sulfur dioxide

How did it happenThe HHE compressor shut down caused by the membranes shutting down at the MSU