Fire

A fire at the Martinez Refining Company in California led to a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents, injuring six people. The incident, involving a hydrocarbon leak, raised environmental concerns and is under investigation.

A significant fire at the Martinez Refining Co. in Contra Costa County injured six people and led to a shelter-in-place alert due to a hydrocarbon leak. The incident, which caused large plumes of black smoke and released sulfur dioxide, has raised concerns over air quality and refinery safety.