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Qatar says gas export terminal blast killed 13 as workers tried to resume operations
By Jon Gambrell, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
An explosion tore through Qatar's key natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers tried to resume operations after Iran bombed it during the war, causing a fire that killed at least 13 people and hurt dozens more.The blast at the Ras Laffan industrial area could cause further chaos in glo...
Key takeaway The blast at the Ras Laffan industrial area could cause further chaos in glo...
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For residents of Piney Point Village , the explosion at Qatar's natural gas export terminal may seem like a distant event, but its impact could be felt closer to home. As a major player in the global energy market, Qatar's production shutdown and subsequent restart efforts can affect the price and availability of natural gas in the United States. Houston, being a key hub for the energy industry, could see ripple effects on the local economy. Additionally, ExxonMobil, a company with significant operations in the Houston area, has a stake in the Barzan plant, which could lead to local job implications or changes in the company's operations. As the situation unfolds, Piney Point Village residents may want to keep an eye on how the global energy market responds to this incident and how it might impact their own community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? An explosion tore through Qatar's key natural gas export terminal Sunday night as workers tried to resume operations after Iran bombed it during the war, causing a fire that killed at least 13 people and hurt dozens more.The blast at the Ras Laffan industrial area could cause further chaos in glo...
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