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Deer Park · issues
Topics getting the most attention in Deer Park public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
A massive pipeline explosion in Deer Park has everyone questioning if our city's industrial neighbors are actually playing by the rules. It’s a major wake-up call that living this close to heavy infrastructure comes with real, dangerous risks that we can't ignore anymore.
The recent pipeline fire in Deer Park has everyone questioning if our neighborhood safety plans are actually up to the task. It’s a major reality check on how close we live to massive energy infrastructure and whether current regulations are enough to keep us safe.
A massive chemical fire in Deer Park has forced a city-wide shelter-in-place order. Keep your windows shut and stay indoors until local authorities confirm it's safe to go back outside.
The recent pipeline blast in Deer Park has forced residents out of their homes and sparked a serious conversation about industrial safety. It’s a major wake-up call that the city needs to get its act together regarding emergency evacuation plans.
A resident raised concerns about the city's ability to provide documentation for historical in-custody deaths, arguing that the lack of records prevents closure for families.
A fatal police shooting in Deer Park this morning has sparked immediate calls for transparency and a deep dive into department protocols. Expect a major internal investigation to follow as the community demands answers about what exactly went down.
A diesel leak at the PEMEX plant in Deer Park is finally contained, but it’s a wake-up call about the risks of living so close to the Ship Channel. Keep an eye on local air and water quality reports to make sure your neighborhood stays safe.
Deer Park officials are downplaying concerns about a recent chemical smell, insisting that air quality tests prove the air is safe to breathe. They’re telling everyone to stay calm, but it’s left a lot of residents wondering if they should really take their word for it.
The city welcomed new council members and said goodbye to long-time Councilman Ron Martin. This change in leadership will shape the city's direction for the coming years.
A chemical leak at a Deer Park plant has forced a shelter-in-place order, so stay alert for updates. Check your local news feeds to see if your commute or home is in the danger zone.
Federal politics might kill the investigation into the deadly refinery accidents in Deer Park, leaving local families in the dark. It’s a major blow to accountability for the companies operating right in our backyard.
A mysterious smell at a Deer Park industrial site sparked a safety scare, but officials confirmed the air is totally fine. It’s a solid nudge to stay plugged into local alerts if you live near the plants.
A deadly gas leak at the local PEMEX refinery has sparked a wrongful death lawsuit, putting the spotlight on whether our industrial neighbors are actually keeping us safe. It’s a wake-up call about the risks of living so close to major chemical operations.
A fatal gas leak at the Pemex refinery recently forced everyone in Deer Park to shelter in place, sparking a heated debate about whether our local safety protocols are actually up to the task. It’s a wake-up call that our industrial neighbors might be putting our community at risk.
Deer Park is dealing with a major water main break, so you need to boil your tap water before drinking or cooking with it. Keep an eye out for updates from the city to know when it's finally safe to use again.
A local student just convinced Deer Park to upgrade its tornado sirens so they're actually accessible for the hearing-impaired. It’s a huge win that proves showing up to city council meetings can force real, life-saving changes.
Deer Park residents were left in the dark about toxic chemical exposure following the ITC fire. This report highlights a major failure in the city's emergency alert system and demands better transparency for future industrial accidents.