Venezuelan Government decrees three days of mourning

Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez has decreed three days of mourning throughout the nation in the aftermath of the blast occurred in Amuay Refinery, with a death toll of 26 and more than 80 injured people.

"I would like to voice my grief," the Head of State said in a telephone contact. He claimed to be very moved by the tragedy and came out in sympathy with the victims' relatives.

Chávez also ordered an in-depth investigation and take action accordingly.

"Fortunately, notwithstanding the tragedy, the major risk of potential extension of the fire is under control thanks to the prompt action of the expert fire brigade and Pdvsa workers," said a reassuring president.