Key facts
- An explosion occurred at a rig operated by state-run oil company PDVSA in Venezuela's Apure state.
- At least eight workers were injured in the incident.
- The injured workers were transported to neighboring Colombia for medical assistance.
An explosion at a rig operated by Venezuela's state-run oil company PDVSA in Apure state left at least eight workers injured late on Sunday, sources said. The injured individuals were transported to neighboring Colombia for medical assistance, according to the sources and videos circulating on social media. PDVSA did not immediately respond to a request for comment.