A pipeline fire near Deer Park and La Porte was still ablaze Wednesday, after an SUV crashed into an above-ground pipeline valve, possibly starting the fire.
A pipeline fire near Deer Park and La Porte was shrinking but still ablaze Wednesday, roughly 48 hours after an SUV crashed into an above-ground pipeline valve Monday morning, possibly starting the fire. The natural gas pipeline is owned by Energy Transfer located near the border between Deer Park , La Porte and Pasadena . The energy company said it was utilizing air monitoring equipment in the area alongside Harris County 's Pollution Control Services Department .
After initial tests revealed concerning air quality surrounding the pipeline, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo confirmed Tuesday evening that more sensitive sets of equipment confirmed the air quality was acceptable. As evacuations continued, several residents were still waiting for the all-clear to reenter their homes early Wednesday.
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