Explosion at Viva Oil Refinery in Geelong, Australia
A powerful explosion has rocked the Viva oil refinery in Geelong, Australia, leading to an immediate response from emergency services. The refinery, located in the Corio industrial area, has a daily production capacity of around 120,000 barrels. As the situation unfolds, details are emerging about the incident and the ongoing efforts to manage the aftermath. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
| Apr 16, 2026, 03:24 IST
Incident at the Oil Refinery
A significant explosion has taken place at the Viva oil refinery situated in Geelong, Australia. This facility, located in the Corio industrial area, has a production capacity of approximately 120,000 barrels per day.
BREAKING: Explosions as fire tears through Australian oil refineryEmergency services rushed to the Viva oil refinery in GeelongThe facility in the industrial suburb of Corio produces 120,000 barrels every day pic.twitter.com/n8s8at4I1j
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