Several early morning explosions rocked the Western International Gas plant on Highway 159 in Austin County.
An evacuation is in progress for about a mile around the plant.
According to the Austin County Sheriff, several explosions took place this morning. There are no reported injuries at this time.
Residents reported hearing a series of blasts that sounded like grenades.
Fire officials are on the scene.
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