Blaze erupts in jet-fuel unit, no injuries reported
An explosion and fire erupted Thursday night at Chevron’s El Segundo refinery, sending flames and smoke into the sky that were visible across the South Bay. The blast occurred around 9:30 p.m. in a jet-fuel production unit, according to company and fire officials. Chevron confirmed that all workers were accounted for and no injuries were reported.
Firefighters contain blaze after hours of response
Fire crews responded quickly to the scene, working through the night to contain the blaze. By early Friday morning, officials said the fire had been brought under control, though crews remained on-site to monitor and cool affected equipment. Nearby residents reported loud blasts and shaking windows, prompting temporary shelter-in-place advisories, but no evacuations were ordered.
Cause under investigation as fuel supply concerns rise
The cause of the incident remains under investigation by Chevron and state safety regulators. The El Segundo refinery is a critical supplier of jet fuel to Los Angeles International Airport and gasoline to Southern California, raising concerns about potential short-term impacts on regional fuel supplies. Officials emphasized that air quality monitoring is ongoing and that no immediate health risks have been identified.
