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Minor explosions at Crosby, Texas chemical plant

The Arkema plant in Crosby, Texas experienced two small explosions early Thursday. The plant lost power from flooding and each of its backup generators failed, causing chemicals to degrade and burn. CBS News correspondent David Begnaud joins CBSN to discuss the potentially dangerous fumes and what officials are doing about it.
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