OCI NV’s Iowa Fertilizer Co. reported that the Wever, Iowa, nitrogen plant experienced an unplanned interruption in production on May 9. The company hopes to return to normal operations later in the week.
The company told local residents to expect higher-than-normal flaring and noise levels, as well as steam venting, during the startup period. It said the flaring is harmless to the environment and that the company continues to meet and exceed all air quality permits and regulations regarding the flares.