Texas has already seen 25 chemical emergencies this year. Here’s how to protect yourself during the next one.

An explosion at a Shell USA Inc. facility in Deer Park on May 5 was among the 25 chemical incidents in Texas so far this year. Texas leads the nation in chemical fires, explosions and other accidents. (Credit: Mark Felix for The Texas Tribune)

A chemical fire, explosion or toxic release occurs every two days in the U.S., according to data compiled by the Coalition to Prevent Chemical Disasters, a group of environmental justice organizations.

At least 25 chemical incidents have occurred in Texas so far this year, the most of any state, according to the data, which is compiled from news, industry and government reports.