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  Got Out of 2025 with Only 9 U.S. Refinery Fires and Explosions - A Safety Checkpoint Worth Noting

by Michael Hurley, 1/7/2026

Tags: Mechanical Integrity Process Safety Management Regulation Risk

In 2025, the U.S. refining industry recorded approximately nine publicly reported fires and explosions. Notable events at Chevron’s El Segundo facility and HF Sinclair’s Navajo refinery underscore the persistent risks associated with mechanical failure and process safety gaps. This report analyzes why these statistics, though seemingly modest, demand a continued focus on maintenance and hazard identification to prevent future high-consequence events.

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