Martinez Refinery blaze now two-alarm fire – injuries, commercial damage reported

Uncredited image from ClayCord.com.

By BenIndy, February 1, 2024

The incident commander for the fire that broke out at the Martinez Refinery this Saturday afternoon has reportedly called for a second alarm.

According to Claycord.com, a group that posts local breaking news:

Shell Ave and Marina Vista Ave are being closed in the area. One individual, a member of refinery staff, is being transported by ambulance. We’re also now hearing that multiple people in the area, heard two explosions immediately prior to the large smoke plume.

READ: Public Health Advisory for Martinez, parts of Pacheco & Clyde