Health & Fitness
Dozens Of Martinez Residents Get Free Air Purifiers Amid Refinery Fire Concerns
"A little bit of peace of mind," resident Camille said, highlighting the uncertainty that many neighbors, like herself, feel after the fire.
February 24, 2025
A high demand for air purifiers brought dozens of residents to a giveaway event on Saturday afternoon, with a line stretching over a block before the event even began at 12:30 p.m.
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The giveaway, organized by two local non-profits, Healthy Martinez and 350 Bay Area, offered a lifeline to those living near the Martinez Refining Company, especially after the large fire that broke out at the facility on Feb. 1.
Camille Thoma-Fill, one of the neighbors to receive a free air purifier, expressed relief at the donation.
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