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UPDATE: A lightning strike led to an explosion and fire of eight tanks at Amlon Golden Triangle, formerly EcoWerks Monday afternoon. 

The blaze caused the closure of a street and response from three engine trucks and one ladder truck as well as chief’s vehicles. 

Deputy Fire Chief Antonio Mitchell said the tanks contained approximately 98% water and there is likely residual benzene. PAFD called for assistance from local industry but was able to utilize the foam they had to extinguish the fire. 

Mitchel said they were on scene for three to four hours. 

Amlon Golden Triangle is located at 6200 Procter Street Extension. Amion is a sustainable industrial waste management business, according to their website.

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the General Land Office were contacted about the fire, he said.

No injuries were reported.

 

 

Previous version of this story:

Port Arthur Firefighters are on scene of multiple tank fires at Amlon Golden Triangle, formerly EcoWerks.

Deputy Fire Chief Antonio Mitchell said eight tanks were on fire Monday afternoon and that one of the tanks had exploded. The tanks contain approximately 98% water and there is likely residual benzene.

Amlon Golden Triangle is located at 6200 Procter Street Extension. Amion is a sustainable industrial waste management business, according to their website.

First responders are asking motorists to keep out of the area. 

No injuries were reported.