A massive explosion rocked Chevron’s El Segundo refinery in Los Angeles County late Thursday night, October 2, triggering a large fire that sent thick plumes of smoke into the night sky. Firefighters rushed to the scene after multiple reports of an explosion, with witnesses comparing the blast to a small earthquake. Officials confirmed the blaze was contained to one section of the refinery, with no evacuations ordered, though residents were urged to remain indoors due to possible air quality issues. Videos shared on social media by user @divalbanerjee captured the dramatic flames and black smoke rising high above the facility. California Blast: 3 Killed in Explosion at Police Training Facility in US (Watch Videos).

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