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Methanol Plant Explodes in Libya

Thursday, March 15, 2018

The methanol plant in the Libyan oil port of Brega has stopped operations after an accidental explosion caused by a gas leak. According to Libyan officials, the plant will remain shut-in until safe operations can be guaranteed.

One worker was injured by the explosion, state-run NOC said.

Firefighters dealt with the blast, which could be heard across the surrounding area.


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