FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Deer Park, TX – September 16, 2024 – A natural gas pipeline fire occurred this morning in Deer Park, Texas. The incident took place around 9:55 AM, prompting immediate emergency response.
The pipeline, owned by Energy Transfer, is currently under investigation to determine the cause of the fire. The chemical Y Grade NGL (liquid natural gas) is burning. Local authorities (i.e. City of La Porte, ISD and San Jacinto College) have implemented evacuations and shelter-in-place orders for nearby areas, including HEB, Walmart, Heritage Elementary, College Park Elementary, James H. Baker, San Jacinto College.
A temporary reunification site has been established at the Jimmy Burke Activity Center on Thirteenth Street for evacuees. Additionally, the Faithbridge Church located at 4711 Center Street, Deer Park, TX 77536, is serving as a shelter for those affected by the incident.
A press conference is schedueld for 1:30 PM at the Deer Park Police Department located at 2911 Center Street, Deer Park, TX 77536.
As the situation evolves, we will continue to provide updates. For more media inquiries, please contact (832) 835-7209.