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EconomyExplosion shuts Venezuela’s second-largest oil refinery

An explosion has forced Venezuela’s second-largest oil refinery to suspend operations. Reuters reports that the fire at the Cardon facility in Punto Fijo, Falcón state, began in a gas line. The refinery can process 300,000 barrels of oil a day when operating.

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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-10-07 02:23Original

Explosion shuts Venezuela’s second-largest oil refinery
Explosion shuts Venezuela’s second-largest oil refineryEconomy