Explosion reported at Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas

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An explosion was reported Monday at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, according to the Port Arthur Police Department.

💥 Explosion reported at Valero refinery in Texas Monday

◾️ Blast triggers large fire at facility in Port Arthur, local media report
◾️ Shelter-in-place order issued for west side of the city
◾️ Cause of explosion remains unknown https://t.co/DLRdGYYHSh pic.twitter.com/6hWUwNxGwg

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A large fire broke out following the blast.

A shelter-in-place order was issued for the west side of Port Arthur, the department said.

"Expect road closures in and around the area of Hwy 82 & 87 and traffic coming into this area from additional roadways," it added.

Residents were urged to remain in place until the "All Clear" was given by emergency personnel.

The cause of the explosion is not yet known.

KFDM News reported no injuries, citing Jefferson County Sheriff Zena Stephens.

The explosion involved a heater unit, according to the report.