US EditionFirefighters contain blaze at Hungary’s main oil refinery
- On Monday night, a fire erupted in a processing unit at the Danube Refinery in Százhalombatta, and firefighters in Hungary contained the blaze by Tuesday.
- Investigators opened probes into the processing unit ignition as Hungarian authorities say the cause is under investigation and MOL, Hungarian energy company, followed emergency protocols while assessing damage.
- Facility crews first responded as the facility's own fire brigade arrived first, supported by professional firefighters from nearby cities, while Hungary's authorities continuously monitored air quality with no health risks detected.
- Officials reported no injuries, and MOL said it would focus on domestic fuel supplies and consider using Hungary's strategic reserves while Prime Minister Viktor Orbán wrote that the fuel supply is secure.
- MOL said units not affected were being gradually restarted as damage assessment teams continued their work, while Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said he had spoken with MOL executives and the interior minister on Tuesday.
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The Hungarian oil and gas company Mol announced yesterday that it is gradually restarting the facilities at its Danube refinery that were not affected by the fire that broke out overnight. Firefighters remain on the scene, reports Reuters.
Blaze at Danube Refinery: Hungary Ensures Fuel Supply Amid Crisis
Firefighters successfully contained a fire at Hungary's main oil refinery, the Danube Refinery, with no injuries reported. Authorities are investigating the cause, while ensuring fuel supply stability. Prime Minister Viktor Orban assured the public of secure fuel provisions. Air quality checks confirmed safety levels, and damage assessments are ongoing.
Viktor Orbán met with MOL executives and the Minister of the Interior after the Százhalombatta fire. The Prime Minister said that the fuel supply is safe.
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