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safety2 years ago•2 min saved

Chemical Release at Marathon Refinery Prompts Shelter-in-Place Order in Texas City

A shelter-in-place was lifted in Texas City after a chemical release of sulfur dioxide occurred at the Marathon Galveston Bay Refinery. The release was due to operational issues in one of the refinery's units. No medical issues were reported, and the affected roads and areas have since been reopened. Residents were advised to shelter in place by minimizing airflow in their homes and sealing windows and doors. Symptoms of chemical exposure include skin irritation, coughing, and shortness of breath.

via KTRK-TV|

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environment2 years ago•1 min saved

Chemical release at Texas City refinery prompts shelter-in-place, order lifted after Marathon refinery incident

A shelter-in-place has been issued for residents in Texas City, Texas, following a temporary increase in sulfur dioxide emissions at the Marathon Galveston Bay Refinery. The city advised residents to remain indoors with doors and windows closed, and to turn off heating or air conditioning. The affected roads have been barricaded, and traffic is not allowed through. No injuries have been reported, and air monitoring readings currently indicate no danger to life or health. Marathon Petroleum Corp. stated that personnel are responding to the operational upset and that safety is their top priority.

via ABC News|

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local-news2 years ago•1 min saved

Texas City residents ordered to shelter-in-place due to Marathon refinery incident.

A shelter-in-place has been issued for Texas City east of 146 due to a unit disruption incident at the Marathon Galveston Bay Refinery, causing a heavy smell of sulfur to fill the air. The refinery is currently responding to the operational issue and working to resolve the matter. This incident comes more than a month after a deadly fire at the refinery in May. No injuries have been reported, and air monitoring is in progress.

via KPRC Click2Houston|

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