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California Refinery Fire Sparks Gas Price Surge and Political Debate
A Major Incident at Elsagundo Refinery
Recently, a fire broke out at the Elsagundo refinery, the second-largest oil refinery in Southern California. The fire, which has been brought under control, initially caused significant concern due to its potential impact on the state's fuel supply. A helicopter report indicated that the flames had significantly diminished, with the fire department working diligently to fully extinguish the blaze before declaring the incident contained. While immediate danger seems to have passed, the fire's aftermath continues to ripple through regional fuel markets.