TCEQ Air Emission Incidents

CRANE County

SummaryAt the McElroy Sour Gas Injection Well in Texas, a chemical release occurred involving multiple dangerous gases including carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, natural gas volatile organic compounds, nitrogen oxide, and sulfur dioxide. These chemicals are extremely hazardous and can cause serious health risks like respiratory problems, potential poisoning, and breathing difficulties if people are exposed. Residents near the facility should immediately evacuate the area, stay indoors with windows closed, avoid outdoor exposure, contact local emergency services, and seek medical attention if they experience any unusual symptoms like headaches, dizziness, or breathing problems.

WINKLER County

SummaryThe Brazos Amine Treater Facility in Texas experienced a chemical release involving multiple dangerous gases including carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and volatile organic compounds. These chemicals are extremely hazardous and can cause serious health risks, particularly to respiratory systems and potentially leading to poisoning or breathing difficulties. Residents near the facility should immediately stay indoors, close all windows and doors, avoid outdoor exposure, contact local emergency services if experiencing any unusual symptoms like headaches, dizziness, or breathing problems, and follow guidance from local health and environmental authorities to ensure their safety.

NUECES County

SummaryA chemical release occurred at the Equistar Chemicals facility involving carbon monoxide, ethylene, and nitrogen oxides. These chemicals were released into the environment, which can pose serious health risks to nearby residents. Carbon monoxide is particularly dangerous as it can cause breathing problems and potential poisoning, while ethylene and nitrogen oxides can also irritate lungs and cause respiratory issues. People living near the Equistar Chemicals facility should immediately stay indoors, close all windows and doors, and contact local health authorities if they experience any breathing difficulties, chest pain, or unusual symptoms. Residents should follow guidance from emergency management officials and be prepared to evacuate if instructed to do so by local safety personnel.

HARRIS County

SummaryThe Equistar Chemicals Channelview Complex in Harris County, Texas experienced a significant chemical release involving multiple hazardous substances including 1,3-butadiene, benzene, carbon monoxide, and other industrial chemicals. Several of these chemicals, particularly benzene and 1,3-butadiene, are known to be toxic and can cause serious health risks if people are exposed through breathing or skin contact. Residents in the Channelview area should stay indoors, close all windows and doors, avoid outdoor activities, and contact local health authorities if they experience any unusual symptoms like difficulty breathing, dizziness, or skin irritation.

ORANGE County

SummaryA chemical release of benzene occurred at the DOW Chemical Sabine River Operations facility in Texas. Benzene is a highly toxic chemical that can cause serious health risks, including potential long-term damage to bone marrow and increased cancer risk with prolonged exposure. Residents near the Sabine River facility should stay indoors, avoid outdoor activities, close windows and doors, and contact local health authorities if they experience symptoms like dizziness, headaches, or respiratory irritation.

DALLAS County

SummaryAt the TAMKO Building Products facility in Dallas, Texas, a sand emission occurred. While sand itself is not typically considered a hazardous chemical, airborne sand particles can potentially cause respiratory irritation if inhaled in large quantities. Residents near the facility should keep windows closed and avoid direct exposure to any dust or particulate matter, and contact local environmental authorities if they have specific concerns about the incident.

REAGAN County

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 stay indoors, close all windows and doors, and contact local emergency services if they experience symptoms like dizziness, headaches, or breathing difficulties to minimize potential health risks from the chemical release.

MIDLAND County

SummaryAt the DAVIDSON F42L facility in Texas, a chemical release occurred involving multiple hazardous substances including benzene, carbon monoxide, heptanes, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). These chemicals can be dangerous to human health, potentially causing respiratory issues, headaches, and long-term health risks if people are exposed. Residents near the facility should immediately stay indoors, close all windows and doors, avoid outdoor activities, and contact local health authorities or emergency services if they experience any unusual symptoms like difficulty breathing, dizziness, or skin irritation.

ECTOR County

SummaryA sulfur dioxide release occurred at the GSAU 1 306 CO2 Recompression Facility in Texas. Sulfur dioxide is a dangerous chemical that can cause serious breathing problems if people are exposed to it, especially for those with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Residents near the facility should stay indoors, close all windows and doors, and contact local health authorities if they experience any breathing difficulties, chest pain, or unusual respiratory symptoms.

ECTOR County

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