Texas, USA (Monitoring Desk) – A massive fire broke out at the Valero Oil Refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, following an explosion, spreading fear across the area.
Eyewitnesses and viral social media videos show large flames and thick black smoke rising into the sky after the blast. Local police officials stated that preliminary investigations suggest the fire may have been caused by an industrial heater explosion, though further investigation is ongoing to determine the exact cause.
Authorities confirmed that, fortunately, no casualties have been reported. Firefighters have arrived at the scene and are actively working to control the blaze.
