Dangers from damaged California chemical tank persist. Here's what to know
Authorities in Southern California are dealing with a damaged chemical tank at GKN Aerospace that poses a risk of explosion or leak. The tank contains a hazardous chemical, methyl methacrylate, and has led to evacuation orders for over 50,000 residents. Firefighters are actively cooling the tank to prevent overheating and potential disaster.
- ▪The damaged tank contains 6,000 to 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a flammable chemical used in plastics.
- ▪Evacuation orders have affected more than 50,000 residents in the area.
- ▪Firefighters are spraying water on the tank to keep its temperature under control and prevent an explosion.
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| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 16:43:36 -0400 |
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onDangers from damaged California chemical tank persist. Here's what to knowAuthorities in Southern California are scrambling to find a safe resolution as a damaged chemical tank at an aerospace facility posed a threat of a leak or even an explosionByDYLAN LOVAN Associated PressMay 24, 2026, 3:40 PM1:12Water is sprayed on a damaged tank at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, Calif., on Sunday, May 24, 2026, after the tank containing a chemical used to make plastic parts overheated Thursday.
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