FHR CORPUS CHRISTI WEST REFINERY
Incident Details
- Incident ID: 440396
- Date/Time Discovered: May 08, 2025 01:00
- Facility: FHR CORPUS CHRISTI WEST REFINERY
- Physical Location: 2825 SUNTIDE RD; CORPUS CHRISTI, TX 78409
- County: NUECES
- Event Type: EMISSIONS EVENT
- RN Number: RN100235266
Description
SummaryAt the FHR Corpus Christi West Refinery in Corpus Christi, Texas, a release of catalyst fines occurred during an industrial process. Catalyst fines are small, dusty particles used in refinery operations that can potentially cause respiratory irritation if inhaled. Residents near the refinery should monitor their health, stay indoors with windows closed if they notice any dust or unusual air quality, and contact local health authorities if they experience any breathing difficulties or unusual symptoms.
What was emitted- 2440.00 POUNDS of Catalyst fines
How did it happenOn May 8, 2025, at approximately 1:00 AM, FHR discovered that spent catalyst was released through a spent catalyst hopper vent. The cause of the event is currently under investigation.The dates/times given in this report are only estimates; the duration of the actual event may vary significantly from this estimate; …