Westlake donates $500,000 for Hurricane Harvey relief

7:27 AM, 2nd September 2017

HOUSTON, US: Westlake Chemical Corporation (WLK) has made a donation of $500,000 to the American Red Cross to assist communities in Texas and Louisiana impacted by Hurricane Harvey.

“We are saddened by the thousands of residents in the Gulf Coast region that have been affected by Hurricane Harvey. But this tragic event has brought out the admirable qualities of the people of the region – their desire to lend a helping hand where needed. We are thankful for the first responders and volunteers providing aid to these devastated communities and for the support of organizations like the Red Cross,” said Albert Chao, Westlake CEO.

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