Structure that was ablaze when firefighters arrived
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This was the building that was on fire when volunteer fire crews arrived on scene. Multiple volunteer firefighters were fighting the flames when the plant around them exploded.
The picture that has been added was taken before the explosion. The structure is engulfed in flames. A fire truck can be seen in front of the building.
The picture that has been added was taken before the explosion. The structure is engulfed in flames. A fire truck can be seen in front of the building.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Fertilizer_Company_explosion
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Coordinates: 31°48'58"N 97°5'17"W
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