Chevron Refinery Fire Contained in El Segundo, No Injuries Reported

Fire Outbreak at Chevron Refinery

• 🔥 Crews worked overnight to extinguish a fire that began at the Chevron refinery in El Segundo around 9:30 PM.
• ⚠️ The refinery covers approximately 1.5 square miles, and the fire produced intense flames and a roar audible across several nearby beach cities.

Safety and Evacuation Measures

• ✅ All 1100 workers at the refinery were accounted for, and no injuries were reported.
• 🏠 Residents in North Manhattan Beach were advised to shelter in place until approximately 1:30 AM.

Fire Origin and Impact

• 🔍 Sources indicate the fire started in the ISOMAX 7 unit, which is crucial for converting fuel oil into jet fuel.
• ✈️ The refinery supplies fuel for LAX, but Mayor Bass stated there is no known impact to the airport at this time.

Investigation and Response

• 🔬 State and federal safety agencies, along with Chevron, will launch an investigation into the cause of the fire.
• 📍 Fire crews remain on the scene at Pacific and 35th Street, indicating ongoing activity.