A powerful explosion at the Valero Port Arthur refinery set off a large blaze, prompting shelter-in-place orders for residents on the city’s west side while firefighters worked to contain the flames.

Witnesses felt shaking in homes as a massive plume of smoke and flames rose from the refinery, underscoring the immediate danger nearby.

By Tuesday, responders had extinguished the fire and lifted the shelter-in-place order in parts of the west side, reporting that everyone was accounted for and no injuries were recorded.

Officials urged residents to stay indoors, close windows and doors, and follow guidance from local authorities as the situation developed.

Valero did not issue a public comment to AP, while local TV outlets quoted a spokesperson saying all individuals were accounted for.

The incident comes amid broader concerns about gas prices tied to global oil supply and regional tensions involving Iran and the US-Israel relationship.

Air monitoring equipment was deployed by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality as part of a coordinated effort with state and local partners to assess environmental impact.

State Rep. Christian Manuel and other officials noted ongoing air monitoring and coordination among the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and local authorities.

Texas environmental agencies, led by the TCEQ, deployed monitoring gear and worked with local and state partners to evaluate the situation.

News coverage focused on the refinery explosion and the immediate safety advisory, with related video and unrelated items appearing in the segment.

Officials indicated the incident was developing, with emergency responders actively addressing the fire and containment efforts.

Early reports indicated no injuries resulting from the explosion.