Dangers of Xylene Exposure to Residents Around the ITC Deer Park Facility Fire
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Firefighters were unable to prevent the flames from spreading overnight, causing damage to a total of 8 tanks, containing NAPHTHA and XYLENE. \n\nBoth are gasoline components, which are used are in gas blend stocks used in the production of finished gasoline and base oil used for machine lubrication.\n\nNAPHTHA can cause irritation to eyes and the respiratory system. It affects the central nervous system and is harmful and even fatal if it is swallowed. \n”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”t189y”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”l”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”HDlgI”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”What is Xylene? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”5ZtkF”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”Xylene is a colorless liquid that has a sweet odor. Xylene is highly flammable and insoluble. Xylene is generally a synthetic chemical; however, there are instances which it can be found naturally in petroleum, coal tar, and forest fires.\n”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”nmniy”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”l”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”jjQDz”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”What is Xylene Used for? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”haBRy”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”Xylene is one of the top 30 chemicals produced within the United States.\n\nXylene is primarily used as a solvent (a liquid that can dissolve other substances), particularly in the printing, rubber and leather industries. Xylene is also used as:\n\n•\tShellac\n•\tPesticides \n•\tRust Preventatives\n•\tAirplane Fuel\n•\tLacquers\n•\tCleaning Agent\n•\tVarnish\n•\tPaint Thinner and Remover\n•\tGasolines\n”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”1H4a4″,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”dYGvw”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”What Happens to Xylene in the Environment? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”hcO4x”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”Xylene is a liquid, therefore it can easily leak into soil, surface water or groundwater. Xylene can enter air in large amounts after spills or fires.\n\nBecause Xylene evaporates quickly, most xylene released into the air is broken down by sunlight and less harmful chemicals within a couple of days. However, if xylene make its way down into underground water, it may remain for several months before being broken down.\n”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”ENUCV”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”u9wje”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”How Might I be Exposed to Xylene? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”yIhE3″,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”In this particular instance, people who live near the ITC Deer Park Plant may be at risk for heightened exposure to xylene due to the large amount of exposure. Harris County Public Health says that the elderly, children and those who have respiratory issues may also be negatively impacted.\n\n”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”DG0O0″,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”LmmJv”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”What are the Health Effects of Xylene? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”i3BL2″,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”The nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, and kidneys are primarily affected by exposure to xylene. Effects can include:\n\n•\tLabored Breathing\n•\tImpaired Pulmonary Function\n•\tIncreased Heart Palpitation\n•\tSevere Chest Pain\n•\tAccumulation of Fluid in Lungs\n•\tRespiratory Depression or Arrest\n•\tVentricular Arrhythmias\n\n\nSymptoms of Xylene exposure include:\n•\tEye Irritation\n•\tHeadaches\n•\tDizziness\n•\tFatigue\n•\tTremors\n•\tIncoordination\n•\tNausea\n•\tVomiting\n•\tStomach Discomfort\n•\tImpaired Short-term Memory\n•\tImpaired Reaction Time\n•\tAlterations in Equilibrium\n•\tAnxiety\n•\tInability to Concentrate\n•\tLack of Muscle Coordination\n•\tDeath\n•\tComa\n•\tImpaired Vision\n•\tParalysis\n•\tSkin Irritation\n\nSeek medical attention if you have any of the above symptoms or if they worsen.\n”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”SUEAM”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”D8A3Z”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”Is There a Medical Test That Shows Whether I Have Been Exposed to Xylene? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”Abz33″,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”Tests of blood and urine are available to determine if you have been exposed to xylene. However, because xylene quickly leaves the body, these tests must be taken within hours after exposure.\n\nWhile these tests can indicate exposure to xylene, they cannot be used to predict which health effects may, if at all, develop as a result of the exposure.”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”PuVjG”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”qpDqp”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”How can I Reduce my Family’s Risk of Exposure to Xylene from the ITC Deer Park Fire? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”dCkJo”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”fs0fQ”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”1.\tStay inside and as far away from the area if possible\n2.\tDrink lots of fluids if exposed for an extended amount of time to help flush your system\n3.\tFace Masks will not help due to a lack of proper seal\n4.\tPrevent children from playing outside for the time being.\n5.\tDemand the polluter clean up the contaminated site \n6.\tIf necessary, demand the polluter install a vapor mitigation system to get rid of toxic vapors.\n7.\tContact an experienced environmental lawyer to help you with each of these steps.\n”},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”MXIAy”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_title_tag”,”id”:”a1mxE”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”font-weight: 500;”,”text”:”What Should I do if I’m Concerned my Health may be Affected? “,”tag”:”h3″},{“component”:”hc_space”,”id”:”RwOvb”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:””,”size”:”m”,”height”:””},{“component”:”hc_text_block”,”id”:”i4BaX”,”css_classes”:””,”custom_css_classes”:””,”custom_css_styles”:”co.lor: #444444; font-size: 18px;”,”content”:”If you believe you may have been exposed to xylene and your health has been effected, contacted a doctor familiar with chemical exposure. Let them know if you have been exposed to xylene and bring any xylene test results.\n\nAt the Pusch and Nguyen Law Firm, our mission is to ensure the safety of individuals and protect the rights of those harmed by negligent corporations. Our lawyers are knowledgeable about the negative effects of Xylene and Benzene, including oil refinery workers and barge workers exposure. 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