Officers and firefighters responded to the Chevron refinery in El Segundo after receiving multiple reports of an explosion, according to the El Segundo Police Department. A witness said the explosion felt like a small earthquake.
The refinery has its own fire department. El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel said authorities have not received any reports of injuries.
LA County Supervisor Holly Mitchell said crews contained the fire to one area of the refinery. She added that residents did not have to evacuate, but advised residents to stay inside and for visitors to stay away from the city for the time being.
Mitchell advised residents that the fire will most likely affect air quality in El Segundo and surrounding cities. The South Coast Air Quality Management District said they have not noticed any elevated levels of toxins, but conditions may change.
Mogharabi recommended that residents close their doors and windows if they see or smell smoke.
El Segundo is a few miles south of LAX. The airport stated that the fire has not impacted its operations. No flights have been cancelled, diverted or delayed immediately after the fire.
This is a developing story. Check back for more details.
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