Victorian firefighters are battling a “significant” blaze that broke out at one of Australia’s two operational oil refineries. <\/p>\n
Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) said the fire at Viva Energy’s refinery in Geelong started about 11pm on Wednesday.<\/p>\n
FRV said it responded to multiple calls reporting explosions. <\/p>\n
An advice message on the VicEmergency website on Thursday morning said firefighters were still battling the blaze but there was no threat to the public. <\/p>\n
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The extent of the damage to the refinery remains unclear. <\/p>\n
According to the company’s website, the refinery can process up to 120,000 barrels of oil a day and supplies 10 per cent of Australia’s fuel. <\/p>\n
It is one of two operating refineries in Australia, with the other in Lytton, Queensland. <\/p>\n
Australia has faced fuel security concerns since Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz after it was struck by the United States and Israel. <\/p>\n
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese last month announced the excise on \u200cfuel and diesel would be halved in response to surging prices. <\/p>\n
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