Massive fire at Chevron refinery in California contained, officials say

October 3, 2025

A significant fire erupted at Chevron's El Segundo refinery near Los Angeles when a jet fuel production unit exploded Thursday evening, creating visible flames and smoke. Firefighters have successfully contained the blaze, with no injuries reported among refinery personnel and contractors. City officials have confirmed there are no current evacuation orders or public threats, while the cause of the explosion remains under investigation.

Who is affected

Residents of El Segundo who felt the blast and saw the flames
Chevron refinery personnel and contractors (though none were injured)
Southern California fuel consumers who rely on the refinery's production
Los Angeles International Airport operations (though currently unaffected)
Local community members exposed to potential air quality concerns

What action is being taken

Officials are monitoring air quality levels for signs of pollution
The cause of the explosion is under investigation
Chevron is monitoring the facility's fence line system for exceedances
Firefighters responded immediately and have contained the fire

Why it matters

The El Segundo refinery is Chevron's second largest in the US, producing 285,000 barrels of crude oil daily
The facility supplies 20% of motor vehicle fuels and 40% of jet fuel consumed in southern California
The refinery is located near Los Angeles International Airport and supplies jet fuel for its operations
Potential environmental and safety concerns exist for the surrounding community
The incident could potentially affect fuel supplies in the region

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

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