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Community Health Warning Issued After Flaring at Chevron Refinery

by ECT

A Public Health Advisory for Richmond, North Richmond and San Pablo was issued after flaring at the Chevron Refinery in Richmond.  The flaring began at 10:40 am and ended by 10:50 am.

Chevron called the flaring a normal part of operations.

The incident caused the Contra Costa County Community Warning System to issue the alert at 11:12 am saying an issue at the Chevron Refinery in Richmond could affect individuals with respiratory sensitivities. Most people will not be affected. Eye, skin, nose or throat irritation may be possible for some people in the affected area.

If people experience any irritation, advise them to go inside and rinse any irritated area of their body with water. Handle this as advisory information only. For more information go to www.cococws.us.
(7108745GW)

For more information go to: http://www.cococws.us

Update: Public Health Advisory has been lifted for the cities of Richmond, North Richmond, and San Pablo

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