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Chevron Makes Statement on Texas Pipeline Explosion
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A gas pipeline has exploded in a rural area near the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, according to a report by Houston-based KHOU.
The pipeline, which is said to be owned by Chevron Corp., exploded in the early morning hours of November 14, 2013 near a drill rig in Milford, Texas.
There was no information regarding the owner of the rig or what formation it was targeting.
At approximately 2:00 PM ET on November 14, Chevron issued the following statement:
"At approximately 9.30 a.m. (CST) today, there was an incident at a Chevron pipeline near Milford, Texas. Chevron has initiated its emergency response procedures and is currently responding to the incident. Chevron's primary concern at this point is to ensure the safety of its employees and the surrounding community. As soon as there are…
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