Exxon Texas refinery fire News

Neighbors Sue Exxon Over Homes Damaged by Texas Refinery Fire

Exxon Mobil Corp. said on Monday its Baytown, Texas, refinery continued to operate at reduced rates following a fire on Dec. 23, and the unit involved remained shut down. The company has not yet determined the cause of the fire, …

Fire at Texas Plant Could Disrupt Exxon’s Chemical Business

Exxon Mobil Corp.’s suburban Houston refining and chemicals complex erupted in flames on Wednesday, prompting municipal leaders to order residents to seek shelter indoors, shut their windows and turn off air conditioners. Orange flames and thick, black smoke began pouring …

Fire at Exxon Texas Refinery Injures 12

Twelve contract workers were hurt on Wednesday morning when a fire broke out at a unit undergoing repairs at Exxon Mobil Corp.’s 344,500 barrel per day (bpd) Beaumont, Texas, refinery, a company spokeswoman said. The fire was at a shut …