A fire at the Martinez Refining Company in California released large plumes of smoke, injured six workers, and prompted a public health advisory. The incident sparked concerns about air quality and reignited calls for refinery accountability from local residents and officials.
An East Bay community is still feeling the effects from a weekend fire at the Martinez Refining Company that emitted huge plumes of smoke and injured six refinery employees.The fire at the facility prompted a public health advisory on Saturday that had local residents sheltering in place into the evening. Contra Costa Health officials on Sunday were advising residents with respiratory sensitivity to stay indoors if possible, as concerns about air quality persist.
Make sure that your facilities are in good working order. Make sure the pipes and other equipment are well maintained and capable of handling whatever incidents may arise.'The refinery has had a number of issues and violations in the past.On Thanksgiving 2022, the refinery accidentally released more than 20 tons of industrial chemicals, covering people's cars and homes in metallic dust. Then in July of 2023, the refinery spewed petroleum coke dust into the air.
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