Efforts to stop California chemical leak in Orange County on "new trajectory," officials say
Summary
Crews working to stop a chemical leak from a tank in Orange County, California, found a crack that could help relieve pressure and change their plan. About 50,000 people remain evacuated while officials try to contain the leak of toxic chemicals from a GKN Aerospace tank.Key Facts
- A tank holding around 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate is leaking at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, Orange County.
- The leaking chemical is toxic, prompting evacuation of 50,000 residents.
- Crews discovered a crack that might release pressure, possibly preventing an explosion or a large toxic gas release.
- The tank's temperature was rising about one degree per hour, reaching a maximum reading of 100 degrees.
- Orange County Fire Authority is consulting experts nationwide to find solutions and avoid an explosion or full tank failure.
- California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency, allowing state support and funding.
- Orange County District Attorney launched an investigation and encouraged insiders to provide information.
- Two law firms filed a class-action lawsuit against GKN Aerospace for the leak’s impact on residents.
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