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Caribbean Petroleum Corporation (CAPECO) Refinery Tank Explosion and Fire
A massive fire and explosion sent huge flames and smoke plumes into the air at the Carribean Petroleum Corporation near San Juan, Puerto Rico. The resulting pressure wave damaged surrounding buildings and impacted moving vehicles.
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