Diesel spill reported at PEMEX Deer Park dock along Houston Ship Channel

DEER PARK, Texas – A diesel spill was reported Sunday morning at PEMEX Deer Park’s dock facilities along the Houston Ship Channel, the refinery said in a statement sent to KPRC 2 News.

PEMEX Deer Park said the source of the leak has been identified and isolated. The refinery’s oil spill response team is deploying containment measures, including oil booms, to manage the spill.

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The company said it has notified the appropriate regulatory agencies and is working with them as the response continues.

“At this time, we are not aware of any impact to the surrounding community or our industrial neighbors,” the statement said.

PEMEX Deer Park said additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.