An explosion rocked a chemical plant in China’s eastern Shandong province Tuesday, according to state broadcaster CCTV. Rescuers have been dispatched to the scene of the incident, but authorities ...

A deadly explosion that left two people dead and sent shock waves throughout the city was felt by one of the victim's friends, just after they spoke on the phone.. Bobbie, a friend of one of the ...

Fire triggers chemical release at Houston's Arkema plant By Rebekah F. Ward , Staff writer Updated July 10, 2025 12:31 p.m. First responders are fighting a fire that broke out at Arkema's Houston ...

HOUSTON (AP) – At least 2 tons of highly unstable chemicals used in such products as plastics and paint exploded and burned at a flood-crippled plant near Houston early Thursday, sending up a ...

Emergency officials said a fire at Arkema Houston is under investigation. No employees or contractors were reportedly injured.

Rescuers are searching for six people still missing after an explosion at a chemical plant in eastern China shook nearby buildings, killing at least five people and injuring 19.

There’s more to Houston with the Chronicle. Subscribe today for just 25¢. First responders are fighting a fire that broke out at Arkema's Houston-area chemical plant this morning.