Chalmette Refinery Releases Chemicals into Local Community
Chalmette Refinery Releases Chemicals into Local Community
Attention Residents of Chalmette, Arabi and the Lower Ninth Ward: On September 6, 2010 the Chalmette Refinery experienced a power outage and released 2,000 pounds of chemicals into the local community. Properties in Chalmette, Arabi and the Lower Ninth Ward were covered in a white, powdery substance called “catalyst.” This chemical substance has been known to cause respiratory inflammation and other problems to victims exposed to it.
The injury lawyers at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault have filed a class action lawsuit against Chalmette Refinery for exposing residents of Chalmette, Arabi and the Lower Ninth Ward to potentially harmful chemicals and for coating local properties in this hazardous substance. If you or a loved one were impacted by the Chalmette Refinery release, you may be entitled to compensation. Call the injury lawyers at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault for your free, no obligation case review at 1-800-256-1050 or submit an online request.
Chalmette Refinery Releases One Ton of Refining Chemical
Although officials at Chalmette Refinery downplayed the environmental risk of the catalyst, a Material Safety Data Sheet states the catalyst powder can be an irritant to the eyes and skin if inhaled or ingested and urges people to use rubber gloves while handling the product. The data sheet also encourages individuals to decontaminate or dispose of clothing items, shoes, etc. exposed to the catalyst powder.
Catalyst powder contains kaolin, a clay-like substance, and amounts of more hazardous ingredients, including titanium oxide. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lists spent catalysts as a hazardous waste which must be disposed of under strict guidelines.
Areas Affected by Chalmette Refinery Chemical Release
The St. Bernard Parish Fire Department mapped the areas affected by the catalyst release. Catalyst powder coated properties in Chalmette, Arabi and the Lower Ninth Ward. The area includes the eastern sections of Arabi, east to Paris Road and north up to Genie Street.
Potential Health Affects from Catalyst Exposure
The spent catalyst powder is a hazardous and harmful substance. The substance is especially dangerous to those who suffer from respiratory illnesses or chronic conditions. The powder can cause injury when inhaled or contacted by victims, and is a known eye and skin irritant. Exposure may also cause respiratory conditions. Those exposed to the catalyst powder may require medical treatment.
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Chalmette Refinery for Chemical Release
On September 8, 2010, the injury lawyers at Neblett, Beard & Arsenault filed a class action lawsuit against Chalmette Refinery in response to the chemical release. If you or a loved one has been impacted by the Chalmette Refinery chemical release, you may be eligible to receive compensation. To learn more about the class action lawsuit or your legal rights, contact Neblett, Beard & Arsenault for a free case review at 1-800-256-1050 or submit an online request.
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