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Part of Storm threatens major US refining capacity across the Gulf Coast corridor involving Beaumont and Corpus Christi.

How could the storm threatening the Gulf Coast affect Shell's operations?

Storm may affect six Shell refineries in Gulf Coast A storm forming in the Gulf of Mexico is forecast to approach the US northern Gulf Coast on Friday. The storm is expected to pass through areas containing major refineries in Louisiana and Mississippi. Specifically, the storm could affect six refineries operated by Shell in the forecast landfall area, potentially causing operational disruptions.

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  • Tropical Depression Nine is expected to become a tropical storm by early Wednesday.whtc.com
  • The storm is forecast to pass through offshore areas with oil and gas production facilities and onshore areas with major refineries.whtc.com
  • The storm could affect six refineries operated by Shell, Valero Energy, Marathon, PBF Energy, and Chevron.whtc.com
  • Refineries in US Gulf states account for about 50% of the national capacity of 18.2 million barrels per day (bpd).whtc.com

Why it matters

Shell operates within a critical infrastructure sector; the potential impact on six major refineries could lead to operational disruptions and supply chain issues. These refineries are vital components of the national energy supply chain.

The US Gulf states refineries represent about 50% of the national capacity. Any disruption to this capacity could further tighten energy markets and drive up gasoline and diesel prices, which are already soaring due to the US-Israeli war with Iran.

What we don't know yet

  • What is the current operational status of the six Shell refineries in the forecast landfall area?
  • How severe will the storm be upon its approach to the US northern Gulf Coast?

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The storm intensifies to a major hurricaneThe potential operational disruption and impact on Shell's refineries would likely become more severe and immediate.
The storm tracks further offshoreThe risk to the onshore refineries operated by Shell would decrease significantly.

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