Caribbean Petroleum Refining Tank Explosion and Fire
Accident Description
Accident: Caribbean Petroleum Refining Tank Explosion and Fire
Location: Location: Bayamón, PR
Accident Occured On: 10/23/2009 | Final Report Released On: 10/21/2015
Accident Type: Chemical Distribution - Fire and Explosion
Investigation Status: The CSB investigation is final.
A massive fire and explosion sent huge flames and smoke plumes into the air at the Carribean Petroleum Corporation near San Juan, Puerto Rico. The resulting pressure wave damaged surrounding buildings and impacted moving vehicles.