Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery

Philadelphia Energy Solutions refinery Feb 12

Decades-Old Pipe Caused Explosion at South Philadelphia Refinery, Leaking Tons of Dangerous Acid, New Report Finds

Thousands of pounds of deadly hydrofluoric acid escaped into the atmosphere following the massive June 21 blast at the now-shuttered gas refinery in South Philadelphia, according to a new federal report.
Philadelphia Jan 22

Massive Fire, Explosions at South Philadelphia Refinery Contained, But Not Yet Extinguished

A massive fire and series of explosions rocked a South Philadelphia refinery complex, the largest on the East Coast, early Friday morning. The blast jolted people from their sleep and prompted a shelter-in-place.