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An explosion and fire rocked a refinery in El Segundo on Thursday night, igniting massive flames that could be seen for miles.

Ukraine's general staff has previously claimed that refineries in Samara and Saratov have been used as part of military logistics operations.

In its announcement, the company also appeared to threaten what this move could mean for California, which has been hurting for gasoline as more and more refineries close.

But Unite's Sharon Graham, head of the union which represents workers at the refinery, warned Sir Keir needed to rescue the government's industrial strategy with fresh investment to protect jobs.

Energy Minister Michael Shanks said the official receiver was "assessing potential bids for the future of the refinery and its assets".