4 Killed at Chevron Oil Refinery Explosion

4 Killed at Chevron Oil Refinery Explosion

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Science, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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A powerful blast at Pembroke destroyed a storage container and damaged nearby structures, leading to a major incident response. Four people died, and one remains critically ill. The container was under maintenance and held oil refining components. Investigations are underway with experts from the US. The refinery, a major employer with a good safety record, has shocked the local community. Witnesses describe the sudden explosion and smoke. The community is deeply affected, and it will take time to recover. Detectives are working to identify the deceased.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate response by emergency services to the blast at Pembroke?

They evacuated the entire city.

They ignored the incident.

They treated it as a major incident.

They treated it as a minor incident.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people lost their lives due to the blast?

Five

Four

Three

Two

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the storage container undergoing at the time of the blast?

Routine inspection

Maintenance

Decommissioning

Expansion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is being brought in to assist with the investigation?

Experts from Canada

Experts from the US

Experts from Australia

Experts from the UK

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern of the local community after the blast?

The safety of the refinery

The well-being of the village residents

The identity of the victims

The impact on the environment