Fatal Explosion at Lemont Petroleum Plant Leaves One Dead and Another Injured

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Fatal Explosion at Lemont Petroleum Plant Leaves One Dead and Another Injured
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An explosion occurred at a petroleum plant in Lemont, resulting in one fatality and one injury. The cause of the explosion is believed to be an asphalt tank, and authorities have stated that there is no active danger to the public. The fire has been controlled, and OSHA and ComEd have been called to the scene.

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