The recent Martinez refinery fire caused distress among the residents, as authorities initially put a shelter-in-place order as a safety measure.

MARTINEZ — A leak led to an explosion and massive fire at a refinery with a history of issues Saturday, prompting a shelter-in-place for much of Saturday evening after black smoke spread across ...

A massive fire erupted Saturday at Tesoro Golden Eagle Refinery after an explosion, with eyewitness videos showing smoke. Contra Costa County issued a health advisory for nearby residents. The ...