‘Potential crack’ in California chemical tank may prevent explosion, fire official says
Experts have identified a potential crack in a chemical tank in Southern California that may help relieve pressure and prevent an explosion. The tank contains methyl methacrylate, a flammable substance, and has prompted evacuation orders for tens of thousands of residents. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have implemented measures to contain any potential spills.
- ▪A potential crack in the chemical tank may be reducing pressure, according to fire officials.
- ▪Evacuation orders have been issued for an area in Garden Grove, affecting tens of thousands of people.
- ▪California Governor Gavin Newsom has requested a federal emergency declaration to support response operations.
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- ▪ Potential crack on California toxic chemical tank may ease pressure as officials race to prevent explosion — NBC News — Top
- ▪ ‘Potential crack’ in California chemical tank may prevent explosion, fire official says — The Hindu — Top
- ▪ Possible fissure in California chemical tank may help prevent explosion, fire official says — The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com
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- ▪ Possible fissure in California chemical tank may help prevent explosion, official says — South China Morning Post
- ▪ Possible fissure in California chemical tank may help prevent explosion, fire official says — Investing.com — News
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‘Potential crack’ in California chemical tank may prevent explosion, fire official saysSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxAn aerial view of water being sprayed onto an overheated tank at GKN Aerospace on May 23.PHOTO: AFPPublished May 25, 2026, 06:20 AMUpdated May 25, 2026, 06:20 AMNEW YORK - Experts trying to prevent a tank of hazardous chemicals from exploding in Southern California found a “potential crack” in the container that might be reducing the pressure, a fire official said on May 24.Since May 22, officials have warned that the tank, which contains methyl methacrylate, a flammable chemical used in plastics and manufacturing, could rupture and spill up to 26,500 litres of toxic material or explode and endanger other tanks on the GKN Aerospace site.Evacuation…
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