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Oil Well Fire in Cleveland, Texas Extinguished as Shelter-in-Place Is Lifted

Officials report the blaze is out with the shelter-in-place lifted.

Overview

  • Firefighters contained and extinguished the oil well fire Thursday afternoon near Peach Avenue and Nevelle Street by the municipal buildings.
  • The Cleveland Fire Department said the fire was brought under control around 2:30 p.m. local time, prompting the all-clear.
  • No injuries have been reported by officials following the incident.
  • Authorities initially urged nearby residents to avoid the area and shelter in place as crews responded.
  • The fire department posted video of intense flames on its Facebook page, while the cause and the responsible operator have not been disclosed.