March 17, 1997 - Chevron USA, Inc.

Remarks: A high amp alarm for K-11 electric motor was observed buy the control room operator. Control room notified area operator. On the way to the unit the unit shut down. Both operators observed smoke coming from the motor area. The Head Operator Electrician was notified who dropped out the main circuit breaker. The covers were removed and the motor was inspected. A fire was observed and extinguished with a dry chemical extinguisher, and the motor housing was then cooled with water.

July 25, 1997 - Chevron USA, Inc.

Remarks: Operator responded to a ODU that activated near the charge pump area. After investigation evidence of a fire was found at the charge pump. Motor wiring was melted and damaged initial assessment is either a motor wiring short or motor bearing friction.

December 09, 1997 - Exxon Corporation

Remarks: Person in control room (20 ft from air compressor) heard noise and came out of control room to investigate. Upon exiting the control room he saw fire on air compressor "A" and used the 350-lb dry chemical extinguisher and put the fire out. He said the fire lasted between 2-5 minutes. He then cooled the air compressor "A" with a water hose.