A significant fire erupted at Chevron’s El Segundo refinery near Los Angeles, California, on Thursday night, turning the skies orange and prompting concerns among local residents. The blaze, which occurred at a jet fuel production unit, was reported around 21:30 local time (04:30 GMT). Despite the dramatic visuals, city officials confirmed there is no immediate public threat, and no evacuation orders have been issued. Chevron described the incident as an “isolated fire” and assured that all personnel and contractors were accounted for, with no injuries reported. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. The refinery, located near Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), supplies jet fuel for airport operations, but Mayor Karen Bass confirmed no disruptions to flights. Built in 1911, the El Segundo refinery is Chevron’s second-largest in the U.S., producing 285,000 barrels of crude oil daily and supplying a significant portion of motor vehicle and jet fuel in Southern California. El Segundo Mayor Chris Pimentel praised the swift response of firefighters, who were stationed just a quarter-mile from the refinery. Residents reported feeling a powerful blast, with some mistaking it for a nuclear explosion or plane crash. Officials are monitoring air quality for potential pollution, while the extent of damage to the refinery remains unclear.