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By Jolene Marriah-Maharaj 
1 hour ago
Durban – Six people have been treated for mild to moderate injuries following a massive explosion at the Engen oil refinery in Durban on Friday morning.
According to Garrith Jamieson, an advanced life support paramedic, they received multiple calls at 7 a.m. with people reporting that they felt multiple vibrations.
“It was quickly established that some kind of explosion occurred at the refinery. Upon arrival, EMRS ambulances made a designated area for ambulances to park.
“Firefighters and rescuers entered the complex and the injured were taken to waiting ambulances.
“At this stage, a total of six people have been treated for mild to moderate injuries and transferred to the various hospitals in Durban to receive the additional care they need.”
Jamieson said that Tara Road has been closed to traffic.
“The scene is still active and people are advised to avoid the area at all costs.”
* This is a story in development.
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