New details emerge of CenterPoint facility fire in Texas City
The explosion occurred late Tuesday afternoon at the facility near FM 517 and Highway 146. Thick black smoke could be seen for miles. The fire prompted road closures and power outages before the situation was brought under control.
Early Wednesday morning, the Texas City Office of Emergency Management posted that the fire has reignited. They say first responders are on the scene. There is not believed to be any impact on the public.
PHOTOS: Fire erupts at CenterPoint facility in Texas City
Mineral oil is sometimes used to insulate electrical equipment. Firefighters had to wait for it to burn out.