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ExxonMobil Chemical Plant (286), Baton Rouge
LDEQ Accident Report
| Accident # | 144402 |
| State Police # | 12-07206 |
| Accident Date | 2012-11-02 |
| Report Date | 2012-11-09 |
| Follow-up Date | 0000-00-00 |
| Follow-up: | No |
Pollutants Released
| Pollutant | Duration | Point Source | Greenhouse Gas | Criteria Pollutant | Ozone forming chemical | Amount of Release |
| Flammable Vapor | NIG | compressor MC-02 | NO | NO | YES | BRQ |
| Ethylene | NIG | compressor MC-02 | NO | NO | YES | BRQ |
| Propylene | NIG | compressor MC-02 | NO | NO | YES | BRQ |
Accident Classified As: Below Reportable Quantity (BRQ)
Cause of Problem: Process Upset
On 11/2/12, compressor MC-02 discharge casing developed a leak.
Discharge Preventable - No Information Given
Notes/Remedial Actions
Sealant was pumped into the casking to isolate the leak. After further evaluation, Exxon Chemical has determined that no RQs were exceeded. Approximately 211 pounds per day of flammable vapor, 32 pounds per day of ethylene, and 26 pounds per day of propylene were released as a result of this event.
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