Lightning Strikes Port Arthur, AL, Tank Farm

    June 18, 2025
    "The manufactured fiberglass tanks is what fueled the fire," said Port Arthur Battalion Chief Jeremy Holland told 12 News Now.

    Lightning is blamed for sparking a massive fire at Amion Golden Triangle on Monday.

    "The manufactured fiberglass tanks is what fueled the fire," said Port Arthur Battalion Chief Jeremy Holland told 12 News Now.

    Firefighters used foam to quell the burning tanks illed with non-hazardous wastewater. 

    Smoke was visible for more than a mile.

    There were no injuries.

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