A possible crack in a toxic chemical tank at a Southern California aerospace facility may be relieving pressure, potentially reducing the risk of a catastrophic explosion. Officials continue to monitor the situation as tens of thousands remain evacuated.
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A chemical tank containing toxic methyl methacrylate in Orange County, California, is dangerously close to exploding, prompting a state of emergency and evacuation of over 50,000 residents. Firefighters are working to cool the tanks and prevent a catastrophic blast.
Authorities ordered more than 40,000 people to evacuate parts of Orange County, California, after a tank holding toxic methyl methacrylate at an aerospace facility became unstable and risked explosion. Officials say the tank is likely to fail, though no injuries have been reported.