Economics
Chevron El Segundo Fire Ignites West Coast Fuel Jitters
October 8, 2025
A major fire broke out at Chevron’s El Segundo refinery the night of October 2nd, disrupting operations during a pivotal moment for West Coast fuel supply. The incident, which occurred at the refinery’s Isomax hydrocracker unit, has drawn significant attention due to Chevron’s critical role in supplying gasoline and jet fuel to Southern California and...