A Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE) is a violent and potentially catastrophic event that occurs when a pressurized vessel containing a liquid above its boiling point ruptures. This type of explosion is classified as a physical explosion, and it typically involves flammable hydrocarbon liquids such as Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), although non-flammable liquids can also be involved.
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