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Two Gas Plant Employees Injured in Peñuelas Fire

Published Aug 31, 2026, 2:45 PM ASTvia Primera Hora

Why this matters: For the workers and families in Peñuelas, the incident highlights the risks of industrial accidents and the importance of emergency response in the area.

Two employees at a gas plant on PR-127 in Peñuelas suffered burns in a fire. According to preliminary information, a 911 call alerted authorities to the emergency situation caused by a gas cylinder fire.

The unidentified employees were taken to an emergency room where they were diagnosed with first- and second-degree burns on different parts of their bodies. They were later referred to the Hospital Industrial in San Juan, but their condition was not reported.

The incident occurred at the gas plant, prompting an emergency response.

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  • Peñuelas

    19,853Census estimate, 2020–20241793Founded44.6 sq mi (115.6 km²)Area
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