Fire Erupts at Ecuador’s Largest Oil Refinery

A fire broke out in a fuel tank at Ecuador’s Esmeraldas refinery, the country’s largest, prompting a temporary shutdown. Energy Minister Ines Manzano confirmed the fire was brought under control after an explosion occurred during the incident.

State-owned Petroecuador evacuated all staff safely, with no reported injuries. An investigation is underway to determine the cause.

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