Chemical company LyondellBasell said it was working to stop a large flare that was causing a bright flame and smoke visible for miles, along with a rumbling noise, and added that there was no threat to the community.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 9:00PMSmoke towered over Bayport on Wednesday afternoon after a chemical plant's operations led to an unexpected flare, according to LyondellBasell. SkyEye was over the thick smoke that billowed over the Bayport area.
The flare's aftermath was visible for miles above Pasadena and the surrounding area.The chemical company said its Pasadena plant, located on Bay Area Boulevard, experienced "operational conditions" that resulted in "flaring at the facility." LyondellBasell said flaring is a safety and environmental control device used to manage and combust process materials. The company's officials said the community may notice a bright flare, smoke, or a rumbling noise as the incident unfolds, but there is no threat to the surrounding area. LyondellBasell assured it was working to stop the flaring as quickly and safely as possible, adding that its focus was to "minimize inconvenience and protect the safety of the community, the environment, and employees."Copyright © 2026 KTRK-TV. All Rights Reserved.
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