Port Arthur Gas Odor Mystery | Beaumont News

Beaumont News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 3, 2026 · 1m

Port Arthur is on high alert after a strange gas odor and rainbow-like sheen swept through the city, sparking panic and prompting emergency crews to investigate. While officials haven’t confirmed a source yet, Valero admitted a sulfur dioxide and hydrogen sulfide release from their refinery due to a power outage from Tropical Storm Edouard — now stabilized. Residents report alarming symptoms, including carbon monoxide alarms going off, as crews check industrial sites like Lion Elastomers. Authorities urge everyone to monitor official channels for updates — no immediate danger has been…