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Two Workers Killed in Explosion at Vaca Muerta Gas Processing Facility

An explosion at the USP 2 natural gas processing facility in the Rincón del Mangrullo block killed two petroleum workers, prompting an immediate suspension of operations while provincial authorities investigate the incident.
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