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ExxonMobil Refinery (2638), Baton Rouge

LDEQ Accident Report

Accident #100273
State Police #06-06293
Accident Date2007-10-17
Report Date 2007-10-24
Follow-up Date 0000-00-00
Follow-up: Yes

Pollutants Released

Pollutant Duration Point Source Greenhouse Gas Criteria Pollutant Ozone forming chemical Amount of Release
Benzene125h 50mExchanger leak-at Heavy Cat Naptha UnitNONOYES145.0 pounds

Accident Classified As:

Cause of Problem: Seal or Gasket

Leaking tubes and gasket

Discharge Preventable - No

Notes/Remedial Actions

Unit was shut down to stop release. Exchanger will be inspected and repaired as appropriate. If warranted, follow will be reporte