Martinez refinery

03
Feb
2025
Martinez Oil Refinery Belches Half-Ton of Sulphur Dioxide into Atmosphere
Saturday’s blaze at the Martinez oil refinery belched over half a ton of sulphur dioxide (SO2) into the atmosphere. The noxious fumes triggered a Level 2 Hazmat alert that progressed to Level 3. Residents nearby received warnings to seal doors and windows as they shelter in place until further notice.

18
Oct
2024
The Bay’s Stench Was Once Called “East Bay Perfume”
The San Francisco Bay has come a long way from the pungent odors of human-caused rot that earned it the nickname “East Bay Perfume”, but the potential for environmental crisis remains due to the ongoing lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency.