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Martinez Refining Co., an oil refinery in the Bay Area, released approximately 24 tons of metal-laden ash over the Thanksgiving holiday. The fallout from this pollution affected a nearby junior high school and potentially spread up to a dozen miles into neighboring communities. Preliminary sampling revealed the presence of various metals in the released ash. A consulting firm has been selected to conduct a risk assessment and soil sampling to determine contamination levels and associated health risks. The upcoming risk assessment and soil sampling will provide further insights into the extent of the contamination and associated health risks.