Huge Conflagration in Waxahachie, TX: Fracking Chemicals Explode

The Magnablend plant in Waxahachie, TX, was the scene of a huge explosion and fire on Monday, October 10th. Management at the plant may have tried to downplay the severity of the emergency. EPA officials said no harmful chemicals had been detected in the air. But a day later on Tuesday, more information was coming out. The plant was primarily producing a dangerous cocktail of chemicals blended specifically for hydrofracking, according to WFAA.com out of Dallas/Fort Worth.

The fire is under investigation. No specifics about the cause of the fire is being disclosed yet. News 8 reporters noticed 8 railroad tanker cars parked next to the burned out plant. Hazardous materials placards on 7 of them indicated that volatile chemicals may have been involved. The plant owner, a Mr. Pendery, was not interested in answering questions about these toxic chemicals. He ignored the reporter's questions as he walked to his car and got in.

Even the Waxahachie Fire-Rescue Chief was not aware that 80% of what Magnablend produces is fracking chemicals. EPA officials said they had no idea what was produced at this site. Furthermore, in violation of federal law, the company has not filed a risk management plan.

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Natural Gas Spewing in Naborton, LA, Gas Well

May 8, 2009- An emergency is unfolding at a well site in a Louisiana town. A valve or casing at the well has ruptured. The well is owned by Chesapeake Energy Corp. Evacuation of nearby residents may be necessary if the wind shifts. Employees have been instructed to take an alternate route when leaving the site. Sheriff's deputies are blocking traffic. The state police hazardous materials unit has been contacted, and the DeSoto Fire District is already on site.

Another example of a dangerous situation involving a gas well. These incidents happen every day it seems.

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The photo shows what is commonly called a "Christmas Tree" at a well site.

UPDATE ON THIS INCIDENT:
Thirty-four people from 15 families were evacuated from their homes Friday (May 8th), and they remained at a Shreveport, LA, hotel on Saturday. Roads in the area affected remained blocked off. Read more here.

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