Episode 960 • • 3:39 - 6:57
960: Sandy Super Strong
Arkema Chemical Plant, Explosion Risk in Crosby Texas
The Arkema Inc. chemical plant in Crosby, Texas, faced an imminent threat of fire and explosion after 40 inches of rain disabled primary and backup cooling systems. CEO Richard Rowe stated there was no way to prevent the volatile chemicals from igniting, leading to a mandatory 1.5-mile evacuation radius around the facility.