News outlets are reporting a “major blast” and “hydrocarbon fire” at a chemical plant in Geismar, Louisiana with reports of injuries and possible fatalities. (Photo via WAFB Baton Rouge) The William Olefins plant produces approximately 1.3 billion pounds of ethylene and 90 million pounds of polymer grade propylene, according to the Williams website. These chemicals … Continue reading Breaking: Major Explosion at Louisiana Chemical Plant