Massive Fire Breaks Out At Texas Oil Refinery After Reported Explosion
1 sourceUpdated Jul 2, 2026
A massive fire erupted Monday evening at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, following an explosion that sent a column of smoke into the sky and rattled nearby homes. Local residents reported hearing a loud boom…
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