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Marathon Petroleum controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2023

    Garyville refinery fire

    A fire at the Garyville refinery in Louisiana led to precautionary evacuations of nearby residents and some schools because of concerns about air quality. The available reference material does not establish a final cause or full legal outcome.

  2. 2016

    Galveston Bay refinery fire and litigation

    A fire at the Galveston Bay refinery in Texas City injured three contract workers. Multiple lawsuits were filed, and the matter was reportedly resolved through an $86 million settlement.