Inferno at Geelong: Firefighters Struggle to Contain Refinery Blaze
Firefighters are battling an out-of-control fire at Viva Energy Group's Geelong refinery in Australia. The blaze, located at the MOGAS Unit, has prompted local authorities to caution residents to stay indoors. The refinery is a major fuel supplier, processing up to 120,000 barrels daily. No immediate impact on fuel was reported.
Firefighters in southern Australia are engaged in a fierce battle against a blaze at the Geelong refinery owned by Viva Energy Group. Local authorities reported that the fire remains out of control, with the extent of damage yet to be assessed. The blaze was first reported at around 11 p.m. on Wednesday at the refinery's MOGAS Unit, according to Fire Rescue Victoria.
Following multiple reports of explosions and flames, emergency services were dispatched to Corio in Victoria. The Country Fire Authority has instructed residents in Geelong and nearby areas to remain indoors and secure their homes, as smoke is being carried by the wind across the region. The city of Geelong, located about an hour's drive from Melbourne, is home to nearly 300,000 people.
The Geelong refinery, a key infrastructure capable of processing up to 120,000 barrels of oil per day, is crucial to fuel supplies, providing over 50% of Victoria’s and 10% of Australia’s fuel. While Viva Energy has not commented on the situation, Fire Rescue Victoria reports that there is currently no immediate threat to fuel supply. This incident comes amid broader fuel security concerns in Australia following recent geopolitical tensions.
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