A Sherwin Williams facility in Garland, Texas rocked the area after explosions went off during a massive fire.

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Around 1 a.m. emergency crews arrived at the Sherwin Williams facility only to find it engulfed in flames. The facility was full of various chemicals which caused multiple explosions.

EXPLOSIONS ROCK THE AREA

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The explosions were so intense they shook the area for several miles out. According to reports from witnesses, "A powerful blast was felt, with debris and particles falling from the ceiling of adjacent businesses, including the Garland police headquarters."


 

South Texas is riddled with refineries and chemical plants. Occasionally fires and dangerous explosions occurred here are a few recent explosions and fires at various plants across Texas.

HUGE BLAST FROM TEXAS CHEMICAL PLANT

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Huge smoke clouds and flames were caught on video after an explosion erupted at the  massive south Texas chemical INEOS plant. Harris County Commissioner, Adrian Garcia, said the fire occurred as liquid petroleum was being transferred from a tanker truck to a storage tank.

ANOTHER HUGE EXPLOSION FELT BY RESIDENTS

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Fire trucks were seen rushing onto the scene to try and put off the enormous fire at the Prime Eco building #3 in Wharton. Those nearby witnessed the horrific fire. One witness caught the scary moments on video.

The video shows the chemical plant engulfed in flames. Suddenly you see something shoot up, then hear a 'boom.' Seconds later another big 'boom' is heard as fire shot up into the air.

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