22 injured after flash fire at plant near Houston

Saturday, May 19, 2018
PASADENA, Texas -- The Pasadena Fire Department says at least 22 people were injured following a flash fire at a plant near Houston.

The fire was reported around 10:30 a.m. at Kuraray America, Inc. plant located at 11500 Bay Area Blvd.
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Authorities say 20 people were injured ranging from knee injuries to burns, and two other people were transported by life flight to the hospital in stable condition.

A Pasadena fire official told Eyewitness News that the flash fire was caused by a broken valve.
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Plant officials are working with local officials to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
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