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Risk of a catastrophic explosion has been eliminated at chemical tank in California, authorities say

Risk of a catastrophic explosion has been eliminated at chemical tank in California, authorities say

Summary

Officials in Southern California say the danger of a big explosion at a damaged chemical tank is now gone. A night inspection showed that a crack in the tank helped lower pressure and cooled the chemical inside.

Key Facts

  • The chemical tank in Southern California was damaged and had a risk of exploding.
  • A crack in the tank helped reduce pressure, which lowered the risk.
  • Crews checked the tank’s temperature at night to stay safe.
  • Night checks were done because daytime heat made conditions more dangerous.
  • Officials confirmed the tank’s temperature was going down.
  • The inspection was done by the Orange County Fire Authority.
  • Division chief Craig Covey gave an update Monday morning.
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