Chemelot naphtha cracker malfunction triggers large flare in Dutch Limburg

A malfunction at the Chemelot chemical complex in Geleen, Netherlands, caused a large flare from a naphtha cracker, visible across the region including Belgian municipalities. Authorities and the company state it is not a fire, but the incident highlights potential industrial safety and environmental concerns. The cause and extent of the malfunction remain unclear.

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