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Chalmette Refining (1376), Chalmette
LDEQ Accident Report
| Accident # | 124891 |
| State Police # | 10-03933 |
| Accident Date | 2010-07-15 |
| Report Date | 2010-07-19 |
| Follow-up Date | 2010-10-10 |
| Follow-up: | Yes |
Pollutants Released
| Pollutant | Duration | Point Source | Greenhouse Gas | Criteria Pollutant | Ozone forming chemical | Amount of Release |
| Benzene | No Information Given | Frac Tank | NO | NO | YES | BRQ |
| Wastewater | No Information Given | Frac Tank | NO | NO | NO |
Accident Classified As:
Cause of Problem: No Information Given
Waste water containing benzene overflowed a frac tank. The volume released was less than the reportable quantity; however the soil would have to be re-mediated.
Discharge Preventable - No Information Given
Notes/Remedial Actions
BRQ. The contaminated soil around the frac tank was picked up but the area under the frac tank may be contaminated as well. Once the frac tank is moved and checked, a follow up report will be sent. FOLLOW UP STATES: 1/2 of a roll off box has been picked up, and upon removal of frac tank and berm more material may need to be removed.
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