A major fire at Viva Energy's Geelong oil refinery caused explosions and toxic smoke, with investigations potentially lasting over 12 months. The incident highlights Australia's fragile fuel security amid global supply concerns.
A major fire with explosions at Viva Energy's Geelong oil refinery has raised concerns about Australia's fuel security. The investigation may take over 12 months, with equipment failure cited as the cause.
A major fire with multiple explosions has erupted at the Viva Energy Refinery in Geelong, one of Australia's last two operating oil refineries. The investigation into the cause may take over 12 months, raising concerns about fuel supply amid global tensio
A major fire at Viva Energy's Geelong oil refinery, triggered by equipment failure, prompts a lengthy investigation amid global fuel supply concerns. Authorities urge calm as production continues at reduced levels.
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A major fire with multiple explosions at Viva Energy's Geelong oil refinery could take over 12 months to investigate fully. The incident highlights Australia's fragile fuel security amid global supply concerns.
A major fire at Viva Energy's Geelong refinery, one of Australia's last two operating oil refineries, will undergo an investigation that could take over 12 months. The blaze highlights concerns about national fuel security amid global supply disruptions.
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