Oil storage tanks burn in huge Texas fire in 1947

The transcript describes a tragic event where a battle against death leads to flames engulfing everything. Oil storage tanks burst into flames, adding heat and smoke, transforming the town into a scene reminiscent of Dante's Inferno.

How did the flames affect the environment around them?

What was the initial reaction of the people before the flames spread?

What event caused the huge oil storage tanks to burst into flames?

Describe the scene that was created by the black breezy smoke.

In what way is the described scene compared to Dantes Inferno?