What to know about LA chemical tank set to explode or leak
Summary
A chemical tank holding a flammable substance at an aerospace facility in Garden Grove, California, is leaking and may explode. Authorities evacuated thousands of nearby residents as they work to keep the tank cool and prevent any accident.Key Facts
- The leaking tank contains about 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a highly flammable chemical used in plastics production.
- Methyl methacrylate can ignite easily and generate heat, causing risk of fire or explosion if it leaks.
- The fire chief called this the most dangerous situation he has seen in his career.
- No injuries or deaths have happened so far.
- Officials evacuated homes within one mile of the facility as a safety precaution.
- If the tank fails, it could spill chemicals that settle near the ground or explode, spreading particles in the air.
- Emergency crews built sandbag barriers to stop chemical leaks from reaching storm drains or water.
- The cause of the leak is still being investigated, and officials have not yet lifted evacuation orders.
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