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Chevron Refinery Ablaze in El Segundo, Authorities Respond
3 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Large fire erupted at Chevron refinery in El Segundo, California
- Governor's office coordinating with local agencies to ensure public safety
- Cause of the fire and any injuries remain unclear
On the evening of October 2nd, 2025, a large fire erupted at a Chevron refinery located in El Segundo, California, just outside of Los Angeles. The blaze was reported to be a massive one, with California Governor Gavin Newsom's office confirming the incident on the social media platform X.
The El Segundo police and fire departments have declined to provide any further details on the situation, and Chevron has not yet responded to requests for comment. It remains unclear what sparked the fire or if there have been any injuries as a result.
In response to the emergency, Governor Newsom's office stated that they are "coordinating in real time with local and state agencies to protect the surrounding community and ensure public safety." El Segundo, a beachside city near Los Angeles International Airport, is home to the Chevron refinery, which has been in operation since 1911.
