Fire at Indonesian oil depot kills 16; thousands evacuated
1 year, 9 months ago

Fire at Indonesian oil depot kills 16; thousands evacuated

The Hindu  

A large fire broke out at a fuel storage depot in Indonesia's capital on Friday, killing at least 16 people, injuring dozens of others and forcing the evacuation of thousands of nearby residents after spreading to their neighbourhood, officials said. Video of the fire broadcast on television showed hundreds of people in the community running in panic while thick plumes of black smoke and orange flames filled the sky and firefighters battled the blaze. A preliminary investigation showed the fire broke out when a pipeline ruptured during heavy rain, possibly from a lightning strike, said Eko Kristiawan, Pertamina's area manager. Satriadi Gunawan, who heads Jakarta's fire and rescue department, said people living in the residential area were still being evacuated and were being taken to a nearby village hall and a mosque.

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4 Indians among 16 killed in Dubai apartment fire
1 year, 8 months ago

4 Indians among 16 killed in Dubai apartment fire

The Hindu  

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1 year, 9 months ago

Pertamina fuel depot in Indonesia kills and panics many, over dozen missing

The Hindu  

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At least 17 killed in fire at Indonesia fuel storage depot
1 year, 9 months ago

At least 17 killed in fire at Indonesia fuel storage depot

The Hindu  

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2 years, 6 months ago

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NL Times  

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2 years, 6 months ago

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India Today  

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3 years, 8 months ago

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News 18  

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Firstpost  

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