Crime & Safety

Here's Why There's Smoke In Manhattan Beach

There is no threat to the community, police said.

MANHATTAN BEACH, CA – Don't worry, there's no fire in Manhattan Beach. The Chevron Refinery in El Segundo is conducting a large burn off Monday morning, according to the Manhattan Beach Police Department.

There is no threat to the community, police said. Chevron told authorities that the flames and smoke are a result of a burn off of petroleum product, and the fire is under control.

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