Event Brief
Fluid release ignited blast at Valero refinery
Filed: Mar 25, 2026 at 1:04 AM ET
Summary: An explosion occurred at Valero's diesel hydrotreater unit, with no injuries reported.
WHO: Valero Energy Corporation
WHAT: Explosion and fire due to fluid release
WHEN: Mar 25, 2026 at 12:55 AM ET
WHERE: Valero refinery
WHY: Fluid release ignited a blast
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