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Perry say "Thing just happen". And "In Louisiana>>>
"In Louisiana the entire state has to adhere to the correct building codes."
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Browning's mission wasn't just to see the damage, he was also on a fact finding mission. Louisiana's agricultural industry accounts for $11 billion each year. "We're right now reviewing the Louisiana Laws," says Browning. "We think around 100 facilities house Ammonium Nitrate. It's a common material used in the crop. Plus it's an important part of what Louisiana Agriculture does in its Ag mission."
Browning also says there is a clear and present difference between Texas and Louisiana laws regarding the handling of Ammonium Nitrate. In Texas counties with less than 150,000 people there are no building codes to adhere to. In Louisiana the entire state has to adhere to the correct building codes. Browning says they will inspect each facility to determine if there is a threat.
more:
http://www.wafb.com/story/22284897/state-fire-marshal-returns-from-west-texas-explosion-scene
Browning's mission wasn't just to see the damage, he was also on a fact finding mission. Louisiana's agricultural industry accounts for $11 billion each year. "We're right now reviewing the Louisiana Laws," says Browning. "We think around 100 facilities house Ammonium Nitrate. It's a common material used in the crop. Plus it's an important part of what Louisiana Agriculture does in its Ag mission."
Browning also says there is a clear and present difference between Texas and Louisiana laws regarding the handling of Ammonium Nitrate. In Texas counties with less than 150,000 people there are no building codes to adhere to. In Louisiana the entire state has to adhere to the correct building codes. Browning says they will inspect each facility to determine if there is a threat.
more:
http://www.wafb.com/story/22284897/state-fire-marshal-returns-from-west-texas-explosion-scene
Why does Texas not follow the common sense law passed after Texas City and resent OKC Murray building explosions, when dealing in hazardous material ?
And look at the attitude of our State leaders. Like they a clueless
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