Two Dead in Pemex Refinery Chemical Leak

A chemical leak at the Pemex oil refinery in Deer Park, Texas, resulted in the deaths of two workers and injuries to at least 35 others. The incident, which involved the release of hydrogen sulfide—a highly toxic gas—occurred while employees were working on a flange. Authorities issued a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents, which was lifted after air monitoring revealed no hazardous pollutants in the community. Pemex has halted operations at two units of the refinery to mitigate further impact and is cooperating with investigators. Despite the tragic event, local officials assured the public that there was no ongoing threat to community safety. Investigations into the cause of the leak are ongoing, with officials assessing the site for further evaluation.