Key facts
- An explosion and fire occurred at Pemex's Antonio Dovali Jaime refinery in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca.
- Six workers sustained burns in the incident.
Explosion at Pemex Salina Cruz refinery injures six workers
IN SHORT
An explosion and subsequent fire occurred at Pemex's Antonio Dovali Jaime refinery in Salina Cruz, Oaxaca, injuring six workers. Three workers sustained burns and were taken to a Pemex hospital, with two later transferred to Mexico City for specialized care due to considerable burns.
Key Numbers
6workers injured
3Pemex workers injured
3contractor workers injured
8:30AM incident start time
Who's Involved
Pemex
Mexican state-owned petroleum company operating the refinery
El Universal
Mexican newspaper that reported the incident
Manuel Alberto Maza
Head of Civil Protection of Oaxaca
↳ Why This Matters
The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns at Pemex refineries, which are critical to Mexico's energy infrastructure. Injuries and potential operational disruptions at one of the country's largest refineries underscore the risks associated with aging industrial assets and maintenance practices.