A pipeline explosion occurred in La Porte, Texas, on September 16, 2024, at approximately 9:55 a.m. The resulting fire caused significant damage, igniting nearby grass and power poles, leading to widespread power outages affecting around 4,700 residents. Evacuations were ordered for the Brookglen neighborhood, and the nearby San Jacinto College issued a shelter-in-place alert. The fire sent large plumes of smoke into the air, and firefighters worked to control the flames. Officials are still investigating the cause, and no further details on the pipeline contents or shutdown plans have been released.