Dramatic Sky Blaze and Evacuations as Martinez Refinery Fire Rages, No Injuries Reported
Martinez, Calif. — A major explosion led to a significant fire at Martinez Refining Company, a facility noted for prior issues, on Saturday afternoon. The incident prompted a swift emergency response, including multiple fire crews and hazardous materials teams, as well as a delayed shelter-in-place order that was issued roughly three hours following the onset of the fire. By 5 p.m., all personnel at the site were accounted for, and no injuries were reported, according …