Today's headlines: Explosion and fire at Chalmette refinery
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Incredible video shows a plume of smoke after an explosion at a Louisiana refinery. An explosion was reported at the Chalmette refinery around 1 p.m. Friday. All employees of the refinery have been accounted for, and no injuries are reported. Residents who ...
A heater on a reformer at PBF Energy's 190,000 barrel-per-day Chalmette, Louisiana refinery exploded on Friday, setting off a fire, said two people familiar with plant operations.
A massive explosion at the PBF Chalmette Refinery near New Orleans has reignited fears of a possible global oil sabotage campaign amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions. The Louisiana refinery blast comes after a string of refinery fires and energy facility incidents reported across Texas,