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Posted on: April 19, 2018

[ARCHIVED] Shelter in place lifted after explosion at Valero Plant in Texas City

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Update from La Marque Office of Emergency Management: The shelter in place order has been lifted for residents in La Marque and Texas City.  We have been advised that the chemical involved is a light hydrocarbon product and poses no danger to the public.  Please avoid all areas in the vicinity of the Valero Plant in Texas City. 5:37 p.m. 4/19/18


There has been an explosion at Valero Texas City plant involving an unknown chemical. Emergency Management sirens have been activated but the shelter in place has been lifted. Follow the City of Texas City Office of Emergency Management for updates. Additional information will be shared as it becomes available. 

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