Archive for HazMat
Watch: Arkema officials update public on chemical plant's flood and fire problems – CNBC
CNBCWatch: Arkema officials update public on chemical plant's flood and fire problemsCNBCTwo explosions were reported at a flood-hit chemical plant in Crosby, Texas, 30 miles northeast of Houston, with one sheriff's deputy sent to the hospital after inhaling toxic chemicals. The Arkema ... When the chemicals exploded, toxic gas and smoke ...Residents warned to 'get out or die' as Harvey unleashes new waves of punishing rains and floodingWashington PostChemical plant explosions reported in Harvey Read more [...]
Police chief: Smoke from Texas chemical plant fire not toxic – WCVB Boston
Police chief: Smoke from Texas chemical plant fire not toxicWCVB BostonA Houston-area chemical plant that lost power after Harvey engulfed the area in floods was rocked by fires and two explosions early Thursday, but local authorities said the resulting smoke presented “no danger to the community at all.” Arkema Inc. said ...and more » Read more [...]
Flooded Houston-area chemical plant could explode – NOLA.com
NOLA.comFlooded Houston-area chemical plant could explodeNOLA.comPeople evacuate a neighborhood inundated after water was released from nearby Addicks Reservoir when it reached capacity due to Tropical Storm Harvey on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) ... CROSBY, Texas - Officials ...and more » Read more [...]
Chemical Release At Houston Plant That Lost Power – CBS Houston
CBS HoustonChemical Release At Houston Plant That Lost PowerCBS HoustonHOUSTON (CBSDFW.COM/AP) – Popping noises were reported early Thursday at a Houston-area chemical plant that had lost power on Sunday amid flooding from Harvey. A statement from Arkema Inc. said that the Harris County Emergency Operations ...Hurricane Harvey: Chemical 'Release' At Plant Struck By Storm Sends 10 Deputies To HospitalPatch.com2 possible explosions reported at flooded Texas chemical plantAtlanta Journal Read more [...]
Houston flood: 'Dangerous' chemical leak from Arkema plant – BBC News
BBC NewsHouston flood: 'Dangerous' chemical leak from Arkema plantBBC NewsA plume of smoke seen issuing from a flood-damaged chemical plant near the storm-hit US city of Houston is "incredibly dangerous", the head of the US emergency agency Fema has said. Brock Long said officials were still trying to evaluate the situation ...Arkema says workers still on site at foundering chemical plant in CrosbyChron.comall 424 news articles » Read more [...]
'Pops,' followed by smoke and fire, reported at storm-crippled Texas chemical plant – Washington Post
Washington Post'Pops,' followed by smoke and fire, reported at storm-crippled Texas chemical plantWashington PostArkema, the French chemicals group that runs the plant, said in a statement that it was notified by the Harris County Emergency Operations Center “of two explosions and black smoke” coming from the facility, which was under about six feet of water from ...Plume from flood-hit Texas chemical plant 'incredibly dangerous' after explosionsCBC.caFlooded Houston-area chemical plant Read more [...]
Four injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facility | The … – Cleveland Daily Banner
Chattanooga Times Free PressFour injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facility | The ...Cleveland Daily BannerFour people were injured in a chemical release at the Wacker Polysilicon North America plant near Charleston late Wednesday morning. According to Bill Toth, ...Five workers suffer chemical burns at Wacker plant in Bradley CountyChattanooga Times Free Pressall 6 news articles » Read more [...]
LIVE VIDEO: Chemical release at Crosby plant – WGRZ-TV
WGRZ-TVLIVE VIDEO: Chemical release at Crosby plantWGRZ-TVHOUSTON -- While Harvey may have moved on from Houston, there is still so much that's unknown about the record-breaking storm's impact on Southeast Texas. On Wednesday, crews rescued hundreds from the greater Houston area as flood waters ...Harvey blog: What you need to knowKING5.com (blog)Hurricane Harvey: Donald Trump says protecting lives is his top priority as death toll rises to eight and Houston ...Telegraph.co.ukall 12,376 news Read more [...]
Chemical “release” at flooded Texas chemical plant was non-toxic – KXAN.com
KXAN.comChemical “release” at flooded Texas chemical plant was non-toxicKXAN.comDALLAS (AP/NBC News) — “Some kind of release” and smoke have been reported at a flooded chemical plant in a small town outside of Houston, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office. It says one deputy was taken to the hospital after inhaling ...Hurricane Harvey: Chemical 'Release' At Plant Struck By Storm Sends 10 Deputies To HospitalPatch.comChemicals spark fires at Crosby plant, officials Read more [...]
Multiple explosions, fire and smoke reported at storm-crippled Texas chemical plant – Washington Post
Washington PostMultiple explosions, fire and smoke reported at storm-crippled Texas chemical plantWashington PostArkema, the French chemicals group that runs the plant, said in a statement that it was notified by the Harris County Emergency Operations Center “of two explosions and black smoke” coming from the facility, which was under about six feet of water from ...Explosions confirmed at flood-damaged chemical plant outside HoustonCBC.caFlooded Houston-area chemical plant could explodeNOLA.comHouston Read more [...]
Hurricane Harvey: Chemical 'Release' At Plant Struck By Storm Sends 10 Deputies To Hospital – Patch.com
Patch.comHurricane Harvey: Chemical 'Release' At Plant Struck By Storm Sends 10 Deputies To HospitalPatch.comAUSTIN, TX — There has been an early morning chemical release at a flooded-out chemical plant near Houston, sending 10 deputies to the hospital after they had inhaled smoke from the incident. Initial reports from the company were there that there had ...Explosions, black smoke reported at flooded Houston-area Arkema chemical plantThe Week Magazineall 312 news articles » Read more [...]
Two blasts hit storm-crippled Texas chemical plant and company warns of growing risks – Washington Post
Washington PostTwo blasts hit storm-crippled Texas chemical plant and company warns of growing risksWashington PostThe operators of a chemical plant left without power by floodwaters said Thursday that two explosions rocked the facility, and they warned that more blasts could occur as rising temperatures make the compounds inside volatile and dangerous. “A threat ...Houston flood: Chemicals released from Arkema plantBBC NewsExplosions, black smoke rising at chemical plant damaged in Hurricane Read more [...]
Houston flood: Chemicals released from Arkema plant – BBC News
BBC NewsHouston flood: Chemicals released from Arkema plantBBC NewsIn an earlier statement, Arkema said: "At approximately 2am CDT [07:00 GMT], we were notified by the Harris County Emergency Operations Center of two explosions and black smoke coming from the Arkema Inc plant in Crosby, Texas. ... "We'll be doing ...2 blasts hit storm-crippled Texas chemical plant and company warns of growing risksWashington PostExplosions, black smoke rising at chemical plant damaged in Hurricane Harvey: OfficialsABC Read more [...]
Explosions reported at flood-hit Arkema chemical plant in Texas – Reuters
Explosions reported at flood-hit Arkema chemical plant in TexasReutersWASHINGTON/AUSTIN, Texas (Reuters) - Two explosions were reported on Thursday at the flood-hit Arkema SA (AKE.PA) plant in Crosby, Texas, and a sheriff's deputy was taken to hospital after inhaling chemicals, the company said. The company said ... Read more [...]
Harvey Live Updates: Explosions and Black Smoke Reported at Chemical Plant – New York Times
New York TimesHarvey Live Updates: Explosions and Black Smoke Reported at Chemical PlantNew York TimesAs water began to recede in some parts of flood-ravaged Houston and as Harvey, now a tropical depression, shifted its wrath to the Beaumont-Port Arthur area of Texas, there were reports early Thursday that a chemical plant at risk of exploding had done ... Read more [...]
2 blasts hit storm-crippled Texas chemical plant and company warns of growing risks – Washington Post
Washington Post2 blasts hit storm-crippled Texas chemical plant and company warns of growing risksWashington PostThe operators of a chemical plant left without power by floodwaters said Thursday that two explosions rocked the facility and warned that more blasts could occur as rising temperatures make the compounds inside volatile and dangerous. “A threat of ...Houston flood: Explosions at Arkema chemical plantBBC NewsExplosions, black smoke rising at chemical plant damaged in Hurricane Harvey: Read more [...]
Harvey aftermath: 2 blasts hit chemical plant after the town … – Washington Post
Washington PostHarvey aftermath: 2 blasts hit chemical plant after the town ...Washington PostCROSBY, Tex. — The operators of a chemical plant left without power by floodwaters said Thursday that two explosions rocked the facility and warned that more ...Houston flood: Explosions at Arkema chemical plantBBC NewsExplosions, black smoke rising at chemical plant damaged in Hurricane Harvey: OfficialsABC NewsExplosions, smoke reported at flooded chemical plantCBS NewsHuffPost -KHOU -NBCNews.com -Arkema Read more [...]
Harvey aftermath: Explosions reported at flooded chemical plant – CNN
CNNHarvey aftermath: Explosions reported at flooded chemical plantCNN"There is a small possibility that the organic peroxide will release into the floodwaters but will not ignite and burn," the company said in a statement. The flooding in southeast Texas has severely affected oil and chemical plants. Many have shut down ...Residents warned to 'get out or die' as Harvey unleashes new waves of punishing rains and floodingWashington PostChemical plant explosions reported in Harvey aftermathRTE.ieHouston Read more [...]
Houston flood: Explosions at Arkema chemical plant – BBC News
BBC NewsHouston flood: Explosions at Arkema chemical plantBBC NewsIn a statement, the company said: "At approximately 2am CDT [07:00 GMT], we were notified by the Harris County Emergency Operations Center of two explosions and black smoke coming from the Arkema Inc plant in Crosby, Texas. "Local officials had ...Explosions, black smoke rising at chemical plant damaged in Hurricane Harvey: OfficialsABC NewsRisk of explosion at chemical plant flooded by Harvey in Crosby, TexasCBS NewsExplosions And Read more [...]
Harvey aftermath: A Texas chemical plant could explode — and the … – Washington Post
Washington PostHarvey aftermath: A Texas chemical plant could explode — and the ...Washington PostCROSBY, Tex. — Officials evacuated this small town east of Houston Wednesday afternoon as they braced for the imminent explosion of a chemical plant that ...Flooded Houston-area chemical plant could explode | NOLA.comNOLA.comall 2 news articles » Read more [...]
Houston flood: 'No way to prevent' chemical plant blast – BBC News
BBC NewsHouston flood: 'No way to prevent' chemical plant blastBBC NewsA chemical plant near the flooded US city of Houston is expected to explode and catch fire in the coming days. ... Thousands of people have been rescued from the floodwaters, and more than 32,000 people are being housed in emergency shelters.Risk of explosion at chemical plant flooded by Harvey in Crosby, TexasCBS News'No way to prevent' potential chemical plant explosion near Houston, Arkema CEO saysABC NewsAuthorities brace Read more [...]
Five injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facility | The … – Cleveland Daily Banner
Chattanooga Times Free PressFive injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facility | The ...Cleveland Daily BannerFive people were injured in a chemical release at the Wacker Polysilicon North America plant near Charleston late Wednesday morning. According to Bill Toth, ...Five workers suffer chemical burns at Wacker plant in Bradley ...Chattanooga Times Free PressChemical release at the Wacker PlantThe Daily Post-Athenianall 6 news articles » Read more [...]
“No way to prevent it”: A Texas chemical plant could explode — and the town evacuates – Washington Post
Washington Post“No way to prevent it”: A Texas chemical plant could explode — and the town evacuatesWashington PostVolatile chemicals at the plant, which is standing in six feet of water, could catch fire or explode at any moment in coming days, officials said. Owned by the French firm Arkema, the facility's coolant system and inundated backup power generators have ...Risk of explosion at chemical plant flooded by Harvey in Crosby, TexasCBS News'No way to prevent' potential chemical Read more [...]
A Texas chemical plant could explode — and the town evacuates – Washington Post
Washington PostA Texas chemical plant could explode — and the town evacuatesWashington PostVolatile chemicals at the plant, which is standing in six feet of water, could catch fire or explode at any moment in coming days, officials said. Owned by the French firm Arkema, the facility's coolant system and inundated backup power generators have ...Risk of explosion at chemical plant flooded by Harvey in Crosby, TexasCBS News'No way to prevent' potential chemical plant explosion near Houston, Arkema Read more [...]
Texas town under emergency evacuation as flooded chemical plant nears explosion – Washington Post
Washington PostTexas town under emergency evacuation as flooded chemical plant nears explosionWashington PostVolatile chemicals at the plant, which is standing in six feet of water, could catch fire or explode at any moment in coming days, officials said. Owned by the French firm Arkema, the facility's coolant system and inundated backup power generators have ...Risk of explosion at chemical plant flooded by Harvey in Crosby, TexasCBS News'No way to prevent' potential chemical plant explosion near Read more [...]
Risk of explosion at chemical plant flooded by Harvey in Crosby, Texas – CBS News
CBS NewsRisk of explosion at chemical plant flooded by Harvey in Crosby, TexasCBS NewsA chemical plant is at risk of exploding after floodwaters caused by Harvey knocked out electricity to the facility in Crosby, Texas, officials said Tuesday. Arkema Inc. said in a ... "We have lost primary power and two sources of emergency backup ...'No way to prevent' potential chemical plant explosion near Houston, Arkema CEO saysABC NewsResidents told to evacuate on risk of explosion at Texas chemical plantCNBCHarvey Read more [...]
Residents warned to 'get out or die' as Harvey unleashes new waves of punishing rains and flooding – Washington Post
Atlanta Journal ConstitutionResidents warned to 'get out or die' as Harvey unleashes new waves of punishing rains and floodingWashington PostTrump could request a package of emergency funding to deal with the damage caused by Harvey as soon as next week, a senior administration official said, reshuffling the political agenda as the White House scrambles to deal with devastation left by the ...Houston Mayor Imposes Curfew to Ensure Public Safety Amid Harvey FloodingThe Weather ChannelThe Latest: CEO Read more [...]
'No way to prevent' potential chemical plant explosion near Houston, Arkema CEO says – ABC News
ABC News'No way to prevent' potential chemical plant explosion near Houston, Arkema CEO saysABC News“We have lost primary power and two sources of emergency backup power. "As a result, we have lost critical refrigeration of the materials on site that could now explode and cause a subsequent intense fire. The high water and lack of power leave us with ...Residents told to evacuate on risk of explosion at Texas chemical plantCNBCChemical Plant Near Houston Warns It's About To ExplodeHuffPostArkema Read more [...]
Risk of chemical plant explosion near Houston prompts evacuation after Harvey – ABC News
ABC NewsRisk of chemical plant explosion near Houston prompts evacuation after HarveyABC NewsThe situation at an Arkema chemical plant in Crosby, Texas, outside of Houston, has become "serious," the company said in a statement, and there is a risk that the plant could catch fire or explode. Arkema's North American operations Chief Executive ...Residents told to evacuate on risk of explosion at Texas chemical plantCNBCArkema Warns It Can't Prevent Potential Chemical Explosion in TexasWall Street Journal Read more [...]
Four injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facility – Cleveland Daily Banner
Four injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facilityCleveland Daily BannerFour people were injured in a chemical release at the Wacker Polysilicon North America plant near Charleston late Wednesday morning. According to Bill Toth, director of corporate communications and compliance for Wacker, the incident occurred around ... Read more [...]
Arkema: No way to prevent explosion at flooded Texas chemical plant – CNBC
The Epoch TimesArkema: No way to prevent explosion at flooded Texas chemical plantCNBCAll residents within 1.5 miles of a chemical plant in southeast Texas were evacuated on Tuesday because of the rising risk of an explosion. The evacuation was taken as a "precautionary measure." The owner of the plant, Arkema, said in a statement the ...Chemical Factory at Risk of Explosion in Texas, Nearby Areas EvacuatedThe Epoch TimesTropical Storm Harvey Could Trigger Explosion At Giant Chemical Plant In Read more [...]
Five injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facility – Cleveland Daily Banner
Five injured in chemical release at Wacker's Charleston facilityCleveland Daily BannerFive people were injured in a chemical release at the Wacker Polysilicon North America plant near Charleston late Wednesday morning. According to Bill Toth, director of corporate communications and compliance for Wacker, the incident occurred around ...and more » Read more [...]
At Least 10 Dead, Curfew Imposed in Houston Amid Harvey Flooding – The Weather Channel
Washington PostAt Least 10 Dead, Curfew Imposed in Houston Amid Harvey FloodingThe Weather ChannelWorkers at a chemical plant in Crosby, Texas, had to be evacuated Tuesday after flooding brought on by Harvey submerged backup generators and created the risk of a fire or chemical explosion. Officials with Arkema say the situation at the facility has ...LIVE BLOG: President Trump leaves for TexasKING5.com (blog)The Latest: Homes evacuated due to explosion risk at plantWashington PostWorst may be Read more [...]
Residents told to evacuate on risk of explosion at Texas chemical plant – CNBC
CNBCResidents told to evacuate on risk of explosion at Texas chemical plantCNBCAll residents within 1.5 miles (2.4 km) of a chemical plant in southeast Texas were told to evacuate as a "precautionary measure" on Tuesday because of the rising risk of an explosion, the local fire marshal's office said in a Twitter message. Earlier ...Arkema says workers still on site at foundering chemical plant in ...Chron.comChemical Factory at Risk of Explosion in Texas, Nearby Areas EvacuatedThe Epoch Timesall Read more [...]
Houston Mayor Imposes Curfew to Ensure Public Safety Amid Harvey Flooding – The Weather Channel
The Weather ChannelHouston Mayor Imposes Curfew to Ensure Public Safety Amid Harvey FloodingThe Weather ChannelWorkers at a chemical plant in Crosby, Texas, had to be evacuated Tuesday after flooding brought on by Harvey submerged backup generators and created the risk of a fire or chemical explosion. Officials with Arkema say the situation at the facility has ...LIVE BLOG: President Trump leaves for TexasKING5.com (blog)Worst may be yet to come from Harvey, officials fear – live updatesCBS Read more [...]
Cleaning fluid results in hazardous-materials response on light-rail train in Sodo – The Seattle Times
Patch.comCleaning fluid results in hazardous-materials response on light-rail train in SodoThe Seattle TimesAfter sensing “an odd chemical smell” on Tuesday morning, the train's operator let out all the passengers at Sodo Station and continued south to the nearby Link train-maintenance base. Firefighters were then called to the scene.Pine-Sol Spill Halts Light Rail TrainTheStranger.comall 3 news articles » Read more [...]
Arkema says workers still on site at foundering chemical plant in … – Chron.com
Chron.comArkema says workers still on site at foundering chemical plant in ...Chron.comArkema says workers still on site at foundering chemical plant in Crosby. Refrigeration of explosive, heat-sensitive chemicals in critical state. By Brooke A. Lewis, ...Houston Mayor Imposes Curfew to Ensure Public Safety Amid Harvey FloodingThe Weather ChannelResidents told to evacuate on risk of explosion at Texas chemical plantCNBCChemical Factory at Risk of Explosion in Texas, Nearby Areas EvacuatedThe Read more [...]
Cleaning fluid results in hazardous-materials response on light-rail … – The Seattle Times
Patch.comCleaning fluid results in hazardous-materials response on light-rail ...The Seattle TimesAfter sensing “an odd chemical smell” on Tuesday morning, the train's operator let out all the passengers at Sodo Station and continued south to the nearby Link ...Pine-Sol Spill Halts Light Rail Train - Slog - The StrangerTheStranger.comall 3 news articles » Read more [...]
Explosion risk forces Arkema to evacuate Texas chemical plant – Reuters
Chron.comExplosion risk forces Arkema to evacuate Texas chemical plantReuters(Reuters) - A chemical plant in southeast Texas is evacuating its remaining workers on Tuesday amid the risk of an explosion after Tropical Storm Harvey knocked out power and flooding swamped its backup generators. Arkema SA said in a statement the ...Arkema says workers still on site at foundering chemical plant in CrosbyChron.comHouston-Area Chemical Plant Evacuated After Harvey Floods Generators, Raising Explosion RiskThe Read more [...]
Cleaning fluid results in hazardous-materials response on light-rail … – Seattle Times
Patch.comCleaning fluid results in hazardous-materials response on light-rail ...Seattle TimesAfter sensing “an odd chemical smell” on Tuesday morning, the train's operator let out all the passengers at Sodo Station and continued south to the nearby Link ...Pine-Sol Spill Halts Light Rail Train - Slog - The StrangerTheStranger.comall 3 news articles » Read more [...]
