Sulfuric Acid Leak at Channelview Plant Sends Two to Hospital

Sulfuric Acid Leak Incident

• ⚠️ A sulfuric acid leak occurred at a plant in the Channelview area, prompting an emergency response.
• 🚑 Two individuals were transported to the hospital due to respiratory issues resulting from the leak.
• 📍 Emergency services, including Harris County hazmat and Channel View Fire Department, responded to the scene.

Incident Containment and Triage

• 🚢 Approximately 38 individuals were vetted from two vessels docked at the Sanenna port.
• 🚢 The ship channel remains open, and the leak is contained to the docks at Santa Port.
• ⏱️ The leak was expected to be contained within approximately 45 minutes, followed by a cleanup operation.

Public Safety and Traffic

• 🚫 There is no threat to the public, and no shelter-in-place order was issued.
• 🛣️ Roadways were shut down for emergency vehicle access but were expected to reopen within one to two hours.
• 🏭 Harris County Sheriff's Office industrial emergency unit, specializing in chemical plants, was on-site to assist.