Capturing the Benicia refinery fire in real-time
Wood Mackenzie’s experts demonstrate how our sensor network captured the Benicia refinery fire in real-time and the impacts.
Capturing the Benicia refinery fire in real-time
Wood Mackenzie’s experts demonstrate how our sensor network captured the Benicia refinery fire in real-time and the impacts.
On May 5 , 2025, a fire at the Benicia refinery located northeast of San Francisco was detected via our sensor network. This incident led to the collapse of a furnace stack and a fire that lasted for about an hour. For oil traders, analysts and market participants this is a key event to be aware of as it happens to react quickly to any fluctuations in crude supply.
Watch our latest video of how our proprietary sensor network, equipped with advanced infrared cameras, successfully detected the collapsing of a furnace stack at the Benicia refinery and the fire that ensued. We promptly alerted our customers, and our team of expert analysts continues to provide timely updates on the ongoing situation and its impacts on the refinery and supply in the San Francisco area.
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