Residents near the ExxonMobil Refinery in the Charlton Pollard neighborhood of Beaumont have been ordered to shelter-in-place.
The City of Beaumont issued an emergency alert advising residents to take immediate precautions for their safety.
According to an official statement from ExxonMobil Beaumont:
“ExxonMobil Beaumont is issuing an immediate shelter in place for the Charlton Pollard Neighborhood. Go inside the nearest building. Close and lock all windows and doors. Turn off all ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, and close any fireplace dampers. Seal all gaps under doorways and windows with wet towels or duct tape. Remain indoors until an official ‘All Clear’ notice is given.”
At this moment, details remain scarce, and there has been no official word from local authorities or ExxonMobil on the cause of the emergency. Residents in the area are advised to stay indoors, follow the instructions provided, and await further updates as the situation unfolds.
This is a developing story.
