El Paso Leaders Demand Answers from Marathon Refinery Over Noxious Fumes
Residents near the Marathon Petroleum refinery in El Paso, Texas, reported strong odors and fumes, prompting local leaders to demand transparency from the company. City Rep. Josh Acevedo and County Commissioner David Stout are calling for accountability, citing discrepancies in the information provided by Marathon. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality reported significant emissions of sulfur dioxide and other pollutants, exceeding permitted limits and posing health risks. 
