Geelong refinery fire threatens Victoria fuel supply; PM to visit
Geelong refinery fire threatens Victoria fuel supply; PM to visit
A major fire at Geelong's oil refinery raises fuel-shortage alarms as Victoria braces for potential nationwide impact; the PM will visit the site for updates.
A blaze at the Geelong oil refinery in Victoria has prompted emergency responses and raised fears over fuel stocks. Fire crews have been working through the night to control the flames and assess damage as authorities warn of possible disruptions to supply.
The refinery, one of the nation's largest, processes around 120,000 barrels of oil per day and accounts for roughly half of Victoria's fuel and about 10 percent of the country’s total petrol and diesel. The scale of the fire has heightened concerns among motorists and industry alike.
Prime Minister will visit Geelong refinery after fire to review the situation and discuss contingency plans. Government officials say steps are being taken to safeguard supplies, including coordinating imports and distributing reserves where needed.
Industry leaders have urged patience as repair work begins and a clearer timeline emerges for restoring normal operations. Investigations into the cause are underway, with emphasis on safety and preventing further disruptions.
