Shelter-in-place order suspended in La Porte, remains in place in Seabrook following reports of mystery odor, officials say - KPRC Click2Houston

Officials in La Porte issued an all-clear after a shelter-in-place order Sunday night following reports of a mystery odor in the area. As of 11:40 p.m., Seabrook remains under the shelter-in-place order.

All residents were asked to go inside and turn off the A/C system immediately, officials advised.

As of 10:40 p.m, the La Porte Fire Department continued to detect an odor in certain areas of the city.

“At this time, we are still recommending that residents remain sheltered in place,” officials wrote via Facebook. “We are working with Harris County Pollution Control, but do not have confirmation of any detections in the city at this time.”

City officials said they have received multiple calls regarding an odor and irritant in the air.

The shelter-in-place order is in place during the investigation.

Harris County Pollution Control is in the area to conduct air monitoring and to assist in the identification of the source of the odor.

Deer Park Fire Department is also aware of the smell and has units monitoring the area.

Emergency crews are also responding to the Lubrizol Plant at 41 Tidal Road in Deer Park, where a chemical leak has been reported.

Lubrizol released a statement via Twitter Sunday night: “Tonight, an odor incident tied to a rail car vapor release occurred at our Tidal (Road) facility. Other than potential noticeable nuisance odors, there is no impact or risk to the surrounding community. We are actively working to resolve this matter, including working with local authorities to keep them advised. We apologize for any inconvenience.”

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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Shelter-in-place order suspended in La Porte, remains in place in Seabrook following reports of mystery odor, officials say - KPRC Click2Houston
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