A powerful storm system that hit the Texas Gulf Coast on Tuesday spawned a tornado that caused severe damage in Deer Park and other communities outside of Houston.
The Shell Chemicals’ location in Deer Park was flaring, or burning off natural gas, after it lost steam because of severe weather, Shell spokesperson Curtis Smith also said. "We are taking steps to minimize any noise, light, or smoke associated with this activity, though it’s expected to continue until the units are restarted," Smith told the AP on Tuesday.
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