Residents living near a refinery owned by Valero Energy in Port Arthur, Texas, USA were asked to stay inside their homes on Monday after an explosion caused a fire at the facility, leading to an emergency response from local and state authorities...READ FULL; ORIGINAL POST; FROM SOURCE.
Officials told people in nearby areas, especially on the west side of the city, to remain indoors, close their doors and windows, and follow safety instructions while firefighters worked to control the fire.
The explosion sent thick smoke into the air and forced emergency crews, police, and environmental officials to rush to the scene. Authorities also closed parts of State Highways 82 and 87 so that rescue teams could move freely around the refinery..Read Full; From Source.