Pipeline explosion in Texas causes pillar of fire

Firefighters are battling the blaze in La Porte, near Houston, as residents near the area were urged to evacuate.

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Aerial video shows the blaze shooting a pillar of fire tens of feet into the sky, igniting a park and power poles nearby.

Residents have been urged to evacuate, according to city spokesperson Lee Woodward.

The cause of the fire remains unclear. Authorities have said no injuries have been reported as a result of the fire.

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