A massive fire broke out at Chevron’s El Segundo refinery near Los Angeles on Thursday, sending plumes of smoke into the sky and triggering emergency responses. California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office confirmed the incident at one of the U.S. West Coast’s largest refineries, while local media reported explosions before flames engulfed the facility. 🚒
First responders rushed to the scene as eyewitnesses shared videos of thick black smoke billowing over the industrial area. The cause remains unknown, but CBS News noted firefighters were working to contain the blaze. No injuries have been reported yet. Authorities are urging residents to avoid the area and stay alert for updates.
This refinery processes over 290,000 barrels of crude oil daily, supplying fuel across Southern California. 🌆 While the full impact is unclear, the incident could temporarily affect regional fuel supplies. We’ll keep you posted as more details emerge!
