Big Spring Crude Unit Malfunction Triggers SO2 Release


   
Miguel E. Andujar
DTN Refined Fuels Market Reporter

   DAVENPORT, FL (DTN) -- Delek US Holdings has reported an emissions event at 
its 75,000 bpd Big Spring Refinery in Big Spring, Texas, following an equipment 
malfunction at the facility's crude unit, a filing with the Texas Commission on 
Environmental Quality said.

   The event occurred between 6:42 a.m. and 6:42 p.m. CT on Sunday (8/30), 
according to the filing Monday (8/31).

   The malfunction resulted in sulfur dioxide emissions exceeding reportable 
limits, with an estimated 1,745 pounds released through the crude flare.

   Operators reduced rates to minimize emissions during the event, the filing 
added.

   The refinery primarily produces gasoline, diesel and jet fuel.

   DTN reached out to Delek US for additional details but did not get an 
immediate response.




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