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Towering flames after gas pipeline explodes in Oklahoma

An explosion at a gas pipeline near the town of Laverne, Oklahoma caused a towering fire on Tuesday.

The explosion took place overnight, leading to flames as high as 500ft (152m), according to estimates by emergency responders.

31 January 2024

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