This is a Pipeline Alert concerning the Kinder Morgan Pipeline Fire in Wharton County that occurred on May 22. 2025. This incident is a reminder that pipeline incidents can and do occur. Call 800-266-4870 or text 979-320-9320 for a meeting with Land Rights Attorney Philip Hundl. Meetings can be online, in person or by phone. We help landowners across Texas.
Summary of Kinder Morgan Pipeline Fire in Wharton County
Attorney Philip Hundl alerts viewers to a pipeline fire in Wharton County, particularly near East Bernard and Lissie, Texas. The fire appears to be connected to a Tennessee Gas Pipeline associated with Kinder Morgan, as reported by Channel 2 News from Houston. The approximate location is along Alternate 90 at County Road 270.
Details of the Kinder Morgan Pipeline Fire in Wharton County
The fire, believed to be on a Tennessee Gas Pipeline associated with Kinder Morgan, is located near East Bernard, Texas, between Lissie and East Bernard along Alternate Highway 90 and County Road 270. This area contains multiple gas pipeline crossings, several parallel gas pipelines and a Tennessee Gas/Kinder Morgan compressor station. Also, in the area and of recent note is the Matterhorn pipeline operated by Whitewater Operating LLC. Early reports from Channel 2 News in Houston indicate that the fire is significant, but details on the cause and extent are still unclear.
Satellite imagery confirms the proximity of the fire to multiple pipelines, highlighting the density of gas infrastructure in this region. While the Railroad Commission map shows three parallel Tennessee Gas Pipelines in the area, the exact point of origin for the fire is not yet confirmed. Efforts to gather more information are ongoing.
As a landowner, it’s crucial to understand the risks and your rights, especially if you’re affected by a pipeline on your property.
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