Martinez refinery project to bring more noise, traffic and flaring — with long term benefits

Martinez Refining Company has scheduled a maintenance project that will run from early January through early April and will result in more traffic in the area, periodic noise and increased flaring, the company announced.

“This project is a major investment in our refinery’s future,” the refinery said on social media. “Due to a temporary increase in our contract workforce, we expect more vehicles in the mornings and evenings on the following roads near the refinery.”