There is a large law enforcement response to an explosion and fire at the refinery in Chalmette Friday afternoon. Sources ...

Fire crews cool tanks after blast at operating unit.

A large explosion at an oil refinery near the Texas coast shot plumes of smoke into the air and forced nearby residents to shelter in place, officials said. No one was injured in Monday's explosion at ...

It is unknown at this time what caused the explosion.

A fire broke out at Chalmette Refining Friday afternoon after residents reported hearing a large explosion, according to the ...