Valero Port Arthur Refinery Has Fire At Diesel Hydrotreater Unit

NodeGuardian · 2026-04-11T14:45:03+00:00

A fire at Valero Energy's Port Arthur refinery in Texas caused significant damage and minor injuries, leading to partial shutdowns and highway closures. The refinery processes 435,000 barrels of crude daily, and a decision on a full shutdown is forthcoming.

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2026-04-11 14:45:03

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A fire broke out at a diesel hydrotreater unit at Valero Energy Corp.'s Port Arthur refinery in Texas, causing severe damage and minor injuries. Part of the refinery has been shut down, and local officials have closed nearby highways as a precaution. The refinery, capable of processing 435,000 barrels of crude daily, saw smoke rising from the plant, and a decision on a full plant shutdown is pending.

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