How Crews Are Trying To Stop The California Chemical Tank From Blowing Up
Summary
Authorities in Southern California are working to stop a chemical tank at an aerospace facility in Garden Grove from exploding. The tank holds a flammable chemical, and over 50,000 local residents have been evacuated as emergency crews try to cool it down and prevent a disaster.Key Facts
- The tank contains methyl methacrylate, a flammable chemical used in making plastics.
- The tank overheated on May 21 and started releasing dangerous vapors.
- Officials fear the tank could rupture or explode in a “thermal runaway” reaction, which means heat inside the tank keeps increasing, causing pressure to build quickly.
- Firefighters cannot empty the tank because a faulty valve blocks access.
- Crews are spraying water on the outside of the tank to cool it and reduce pressure.
- The internal temperature of the tank has risen from 77°F to about 90°F and is climbing.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency to provide more help.
- GKN Aerospace, the company owning the tank, is facing a lawsuit and investigation for possible safety failures.
- Disneyland is watching the situation to protect its visitors.
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