Episode Description
On November 27, 2019, two massive explosions tore through TPC Group’s chemical plant in Port Neches, Texas. Chemical and petroleum-based products blew up in smoke and have since affected many in the area, prompting a mandatory evacuation among those within a four-mile radius. Discussing this recent event, host Jason Byrd brings on two guests to share with us their experiences and insights about this TPC Explosion – local reporter Tiffany Murphy and local business owner Fred Vernon. They get down to the details of what happened, what has been happening before with TPC, and what will happen in the future. They talk greatly about the issues that have been surrounding chemical plants and how they have been affecting many lives and the environment. Get into this conversation to learn about the information that may have been missed—what role politics play, how the event’s possible repercussions will be taken up by the law, what you can do when you are affected by similar situations, and more.