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Hazmat Crews Maintain Response to Unidentified Chemical Odor in Deer Park

Authorities continue to search for the source of the industrial odor that triggered the response.

Overview

  • Hazmat teams and Harris County Sheriff’s deputies remain at 41 Tidal Road investigating an unknown odor linked to headaches and nausea among nearby residents.
  • Tidal Road northbound and the westbound Highway 225 frontage road remain closed under perimeter controls to secure the area.
  • The Center for Toxicology and Environmental Health is conducting continuous air monitoring under 2–4 mph southwest winds, with officials reporting no immediate risk to surrounding neighborhoods.
  • Companies at the site, including Shell and Linde Deer Park, have issued internal alerts and a shelter-in-place order as a precaution.
  • The City of Deer Park has launched an investigation to pinpoint the chemical’s source and has urged residents to follow official updates.